Established in 1993, Purbanchal University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Biratnagar (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Province No 1. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Nepal, Purbanchal University (PU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Nepalese higher education institution. Purbanchal University (PU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 27 years old Nepalese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Nepalese higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. PU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.
