June 30, 2026

ECAN Partners IEPAN to Transform Nepal into an International Education Hub

30th June 2026, Kathmandu

In a landmark move for Nepal’s higher education sector, the Educational Consultancy Association of Nepal (ECAN) and the International Education Providers Association of Nepal (IEPAN) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

ECAN Partners IEPAN

This partnership aims to position Nepal as a premier global education destination and supercharge the ‘Study in Nepal’ campaign.

The agreement was officially signed on Monday in Kathmandu by ECAN President Laxman Poudel and IEPAN President Laxman K.C.

Driving the ‘Study in Nepal’ Campaign

The core objective of this strategic alliance is to internationalize Nepal’s higher education system, ensure top-tier academic quality, and attract international students, researchers, and global academic partners.

By leveraging their combined networks, both associations plan to elevate Nepal’s educational branding, foster academic diplomacy, and create a highly competitive and student-friendly environment.

Key Highlights of the ECAN-IPPAN Partnership

Direct Access to Information: ECAN’s member consultancy firms will now receive direct, up-to-date information regarding academic programs, admission criteria, scholarships, and career opportunities directly from IPPAN’s member colleges.

Enhanced Counseling Services: This data-sharing mechanism ensures that students and parents receive accurate, transparent, and trustworthy educational counseling.

Commitment to Ethics: Both organizations have committed to fostering a professional, transparent, and ethically responsible working environment within the educational sector.

Strategic Initiatives and Global Promotion

To transition from a traditional educational landscape to a bustling international education hub, ECAN and IEPAN will roll out several joint initiatives, including:

B2B Networking & Conferences: Organizing Business-to-Business (B2B) networking events and International Education Conferences.

Capacity Building: Conducting joint skill-development programs, interactions, and educational orientations for stakeholders.

Policy Dialogue & Research: Engaging in policy advocacy with government bodies to streamline international student enrollment and visa processing.

Promoting Inclusivity: Scholarships & CSR

As part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), IEPAN member institutions will collaborate with ECAN to provide scholarships and special academic opportunities for economically disadvantaged, meritorious, and marginalized students.

A United Vision for the Future

Speaking at the signing ceremony, ECAN President Laxman Poudel and IEPAN President Laxman K.C. expressed immense confidence that this synergy will make Nepal’s international education sector more organized, competitive, and reliable.

They emphasized that to truly scale the ‘Study in Nepal’ initiative into a national movement, they will expand their collaboration to include the Government of Nepal, local universities, the private sector, and international academic stakeholders.

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