INSTITUTE OF FORESTRY

Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal

Bachelor of Science in Forestry

Program Overview

Have you ever felt the pull of mountains, forests, and wild places and wondered if you could turn that into a career? Do you find yourself happiest when you're outside in nature – hiking trails, breathing in forest air, or simply feeling more alive under an open sky? If yes, then you are in the right place.

The Bachelor of Science in Forestry (BSc Forestry) isn't a degree where you sit in a classroom memorizing facts; you're out in the field, breathing crisp and clean air, reading landscapes, watching wild animals, listening to the songs of birds, restoring ecosystems, and making decisions that shape the environment for generations.

You go on excursions to the wildest places in the National Parks of the Terai and have the opportunity to do your internships in Sagarmatha National Park, at the lap of Mount Everest! That's not all we offer: you also go on an educational tour to India that gives you international exposure.

BSc Forestry is the flagship program of the Institute of Forestry, and is the oldest program in forestry education in Nepal.

Duration

4 years (8 semesters)


Degree

Bachelor of Science in Forestry


Campuses

Pokhara · Hetauda

Admission Details

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum of 40% marks in aggregate, or 2 GPA, in any of the following, or equivalent:

  • Diploma / ISc in Forestry
  • +2 or A‑level Science (all streams)
  • Diploma / ISc in Agriculture
When & How to Apply
  • Application opens: Shrawan‑Bhadra (August–September)
  • Calls for entrance: National newspapers & Notices
  • Online portal: entrance.iof.edu.np
  • Entrance exam: 100 multiple‑choice questions (English 15; Mathematics 20; Forestry 25; Science 40)
  • Admission based on: Entrance merit

Intake Capacity

82

Pokhara Campus

82

Hetauda Campus

Applicable Fees

A breakdown of total fees for the study duration of four (4) years is available here.

Fee structure may vary by campus. Please refer to the official website for exact figures.

Available Scholarships

IoF Scholarship (entrance merit)

Full waiver of Capitation Fee 63 students


WWF Memorial Scholarships

Multiple scholarships for promising students by WWF Nepal. Visit WWF Nepal


Semester Topper

Scholarships for semester toppers (Jehendaar chhatrabritti)

Available Facilities

Libraries
Hostels
Specialized laboratories
Museums
Playgrounds & equipment
Cafeterias
Nurseries
Experimental forest sites

Facilities are available across multiple locations. Visit the websites of the respective campuses for details.

Course Structure & Teaching Methods

  • Four‑year (8 semesters) program
  • Frequent excursions and tours to National Parks and Conservation Areas
  • A three‑week‑long educational tour to India and Western Nepal
  • Access to the latest GIS and drone technologies and equipment
  • Hiking (together with bird watching and tree identification) is part of your course
  • Elective courses of your interest available
  • An internship in your area of interest during the last semester, usually funded
  • Talk programs, interaction, and networking with foreign students and professors
Extracurricular Activities

Organized frequently by campuses and student organizations, such as:

  • International Forestry Students’ Association (IFSA)
  • Society for Wildlife Research and Conservation (SOWREC)
  • Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN)
  • Prakriti Sahitya Manch
  • and many more.

Career Prospects

Government Services

NGOs / INGOs

Consultancies / Business / Finance

International MSc Scholarships

Annually, 20+ graduates receive teaching/research assistantships abroad

Information for International Students

  • High School in the Science stream (equivalent to 10+2 in Nepal) or equivalent degree
  • Merit list for admissions based on CGPA and an interview
  • A copy of your passport
  • Good command of the English language

Additional requirements may apply. Please check the university website for the most current information.

Syllabus – BSc Forestry

The detailed syllabus (course contents, credit hours, and reading lists) is available on the official IoF website and campus portals.

Download Syllabus (PDF)