The President has promulgated this ordinance. It must be tabled in both Houses at the next session and replaced by an act within 60 days of that sitting.
Ordinance to Amend Some Nepal Acts Related to Universities, 2026
This ordinance was issued to amend several prevailing acts related to universities in Nepal. It standardizes the qualifications and appointment procedures for key leadership positions such as Vice-Chancellor, Rector, Registrar, and Registrar/Secretary across various institutions, including Nepal Sanskrit University, Tribhuvan University, and Kathmandu University. It also modifies the composition of University Senates and introduces specific age and academic criteria for executive roles.
Type: Ordinance
Status: Active
Lifecycle: Promulgated
Effective date: 02 May 2026
Repeal date: -
Updated: 12 May 2026
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amends
Nepal Sanskrit University Act, 1986
Kathmandu University Act, 1991
Tribhuvan University Act, 1992
Purbanchal University Act, 2050
Pokhara University Act, 1997
Lumbini Buddhist University Act, 2006
Mid-Western University Act, 2010
Far-Western University Act, 2010
Agriculture and Forestry University Act, 2010
Nepal Open University Act, 2016
Rajarshi Janak University Act, 2074
University of Nepal Act, 2024
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