About Us

Institute of Science and Technology (IoST) is one of the oldest and the largest technical institutes in TU with 13 Central Departments, 1 School, 24 constituent campuses and 89 affiliated campuses.

This is our story.

Nepal has a history of nine decades of science teaching/learning at the higher level. Several schemes, plans, policies and implementation strategies have been experimented in science education. This institute has come to the present form after facing many challenges and preparing scientifically oriented technical manpower of different levels to meet the requirements of the nation. It is capable to compete with universities at regional and global levels in terms of curriculum and pedagogic standards.
A large number of students work on scientific research projects of varied nature at the postgraduate (M.Sc.) level. The number of scholars doing Ph.D. in different areas is also increasing every year. Collaborative exchange programmes in science have been given a priority. IoST and the Central Departments have linkages and coordination with different ministries and national/ international organizations and academic institutions. Students’ enrollment at B.Sc, B.Tech, M.Sc, M. Tech. levels is increasing annually.

Vision and Objectives

By setting up well-equipped laboratories, employing skilled manpower, and providing advisory services in science and technology in close collaboration with national and international agencies, IoST intends to promote the quality of its departments and develop them as Centers of excellence. Ultimately, it aims at creating a scientific culture in the society and improving the quality of life of the people.

To provide facilities for research in science and technology in priority area.
To implement and introduce new subjects in science and technology at different departments.
To develop high-skilled man power and to enhance the strength of national human resources.
To mobilize resources for development.
To start international coordination programmes for training, research and development with a view to eliminate poverty of Nepal by using indigenous and local technology.
To organize seminars, workshops, conferences at all levels.
To publish the findings of research in Journal of Science and Technology, (JIST) of IOST.

Sections and Services of IoST

Exam

Dean Office Building, Balkhu

All works related to semester examination.
Yearly system back exams (MSc) related works.
Grade sheet preparation, distribution and related works.
Making connection with central examination office.

Research

Central Office Building, T.U., Kirtipur

All works related to Ph. D. Program.
Research and Mini Research related works.

Planning

Central Office Building, T.U., Kirtipur

Academic program (old and new Syllabus) related works.
Monitoring & Supervision of campuses.
Organizing seminar, conferences, course refresher training related works.
Degree equivalency service.
Student transfer.
Miscellaneous.

Personnel Administration

Central Office Building, T.U., Kirtipur

Making relationships within organization.
Personnel training and appraising.
Maintaining Records (all information) of teacher and supporting staff.
Attandance and regularity checking.
works related to leave of teacher and supporting staff.

General Administration

Central Office Building, T.U., Kirtipur

Managing general Administration.
Procurement plan and purchasing.
Organizing company records.
Making Relation to other institution.
Registration and Dispach of letter about all relations (using sub branch Darta Chalani).