13th June 2025, Kathmandu
Kathmandu University has successfully completed the second phase of its 30th Convocation Ceremony. The event took place at the university’s central campus in Dhulikhel. A total of 1,129 students graduated across multiple faculties and academic levels.
Kathmandu University 30th Convocation
The ceremony was chaired by Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, who is also the Chancellor of the University. The event featured Dr. Brendan G. Carr, CEO of Mount Sinai Health Systems, USA, as the chief guest. Education Minister and Pro-Chancellor Mr. Raghuji Pant was also present.
Degrees Awarded Across Six Schools
This year’s convocation included graduates from six academic schools. The School of Medical Sciences had the highest number of graduates. Other faculties, including Arts, Management, Education, Engineering, and Science, also saw significant participation.
In total, 163 students graduated from the School of Arts. The School of Education had 102 graduates, while Engineering and Management schools had 68 and 110 graduates respectively. Science produced 25 graduates. The School of Medical Sciences led with 661 students receiving degrees.
The university also conferred degrees at advanced academic levels. These included 14 PhDs, 8 DM degrees, and 10 MCh degrees. Furthermore, 69 students earned MPhil degrees, and 513 received Master’s degrees. Another 4 students completed PGD, while 511 earned Bachelor’s degrees.
Gender and International Representation
Kathmandu University continues to promote diversity in education. Among the total graduates, 50.93% were male, while 49.07% were female.
The convocation also included 118 international students. These students came from Bhutan, India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. They made up 10.45% of the graduating class. Their participation highlights the university’s growing international presence.
New Academic Milestones Achieved
This year’s convocation also marked several first-time achievements. For the first time, the university awarded a PhD in Geomatics Engineering under the School of Engineering. The School of Management introduced a new program, Bachelor in Professional Hospitality, with 20 students graduating.
Under the School of Medical Sciences, new programs and specializations were introduced. These included DM in Critical Care Medicine, DM in Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, and various nursing and physiotherapy master’s programs. Graduates from these new fields received their degrees during the ceremony.
Recognizing Outstanding Achievements
As part of the ceremony, the university honored several high-achieving students. Awards were given to those who achieved the highest academic performance at their respective levels.
Dayaram Singhada from the School of Education received the Chancellor’s Gold Medal for having the highest CGPA at the postgraduate level.
Ajal Sukhaju, from the School of Management, was awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Gold Medal for topping the undergraduate level.
Krishna Babu Bhattarai, also from Management, received the Judha Bahadur Shrestha Gold Medal for excellence in the MBA program.
Other honors included:
Suyash Timalsina, School of Medical Sciences – Ramesh Prasad Singh Gold Medal
Yurisha Upadhyay, School of Education – Mahesh Nath Parajuli Gold Medal
Ajal Sukhaju, School of Management – Prem Raj Pant Gold Medal
These awards were jointly presented by Prime Minister Oli and Dr. Carr during the event.
KU’s Growing Legacy
Since its founding, Kathmandu University has continued to grow in both academic scope and global reach. The university has now produced a total of 47,831 graduates. Out of this, 5,660 were international studen ts, making up 11.83% of the total.
This year’s convocation showed that KU is not only expanding in programs but also in diversity, excellence, and global impact. Its collaboration with international institutions and inclusion of new courses reflect that momentum.
Closing Remarks And Vision Ahead
In his speech, Prime Minister Oli congratulated the graduates and urged them to use their education for positive change. He encouraged them to contribute to national development and to become global leaders. Dr. Carr, in his address, emphasized innovation and resilience in professional careers. He encouraged students to pursue learning, leadership, and service.
As the second phase of the 30th convocation concluded, the ceremony reflected not just academic achievement but also progress in innovation, inclusion, and internationalization. Kathmandu University remains committed to building a future driven by education, research, and responsibility.
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