The Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu, Nepal, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Private Medical College Association (BPMCA), organised the “Bangladesh Medical Education Fair-2026” to promote Bangladesh’s medical education among Nepali students.
Twenty private medical colleges from Bangladesh participated in the fair in the capital city of Kathmandu with necessary information regarding opportunities in Bangladesh for aspiring Nepali medical students and their guardians, according to a press release.
In his address at the inauguration of the fair, Ambassador of Bangladesh to Nepal Md Shafiqur Rahman highlighted the long-standing relations between Bangladesh and Nepal and underscored the growing cooperation between the two countries in the field of education, especially in medicine.
He noted that Bangladesh has emerged as a trusted destination for international medical students due to its quality education, extensive clinical training, affordable tuition fees, modern medical facilities with the use of technology, and internationally recognised degrees. He stated that the course curriculum and system of examination in Bangladesh is based on the Canadian system and is better than what any other South Asian country has to offer.
He added that the similarities in language and social environment of Bangladesh and Nepal make Nepali students more comfortable in Bangladesh while pursuing higher education. He pointed out that a significant number of Nepali doctors are making valuable contributions to Nepal’s healthcare sector after having received their degrees medical degrees from Bangladesh.
The ambassador reiterated the Embassy’s commitment to promoting educational cooperation and enhancing people-to-people connectivity between the two friendly countries.
During the inaugural session, the Secretary-General of the Bangladesh Private Medical College Association (BPMCA) Md. Moajjem Hossain delivered a detailed presentation on the medical education system of Bangladesh, highlighting academic standards, curriculum structure, clinical exposure, and student support services.
The fair provided a platform for students and parents to engage with representatives of Bangladeshi medical colleges. Participants received first-hand information on admission procedures, eligibility requirements, academic programs, tuition fees, scholarships, accommodation facilities, and overall student life in Bangladesh.
The press statement went on to say that the Bangladesh Medical Education Fair drew an encouraging response from students, guardians, and the academic community and was widely appreciated as a timely and informative initiative. More than 500 Nepali students visited the fair to interact with the representatives of the medical colleges.
