Overview: Tribhuvan University (TU), established in 1959, is Nepal’s oldest and premier public institution of higher education. With a legacy spanning over six decades, TU has played a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape of the country. It was declared the Central University of Nepal on January 8, 2013. Initially centered on conventional pedagogical approaches, the University has transitioned toward a research-oriented academic model, in line with global standards. TU is among the world’s largest universities by size and program diversity.

Leadership: TU is led by the Prime Minister of Nepal as Chancellor (ceremonial head), the Minister of Education as Pro-Chancellor, and the Vice Chancellor as the Chief Executive Officer overseeing overall operations. The Rector manages academic programs, while the Registrar is responsible for financial and administrative affairs.

Governance Structure: The TU Senate (49 members) is the highest decision-making body, responsible for setting policies, budgets, and regulations. The Executive Council (7 members) implements Senate decisions, manages grants, and appoints key officials. The Academic Council (50 members) oversees curricula, teaching standards, examinations, and research policies.

Academic Structure: TU comprises five institutes, four faculties, 40 central departments, 64 constituent campuses, 1,084 affiliated colleges (private), and four research centers. It serves over 450,000 students across all levels of higher education, supported by approximately 16,000 employees - nearly 8,000 teaching staff and 8,000 non-teaching staff.

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Brief introductions to each institute and faculty are accessible via the links below:

- Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science (IAAS)

- Institute of Engineering (IOE)

- Institute of Forestry (IOF)

- Institute of Medicine (IOM)

- Institute of Science and Technology (IOST)

- Faculty of Education (FOE)

- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (FOHSS)

- Faculty of Law (FOL)

- Faculty of Management (FOM)