No Objection Letter (NOC)
Mandatory document for students studying abroad to legally exchange and send tuition fees.
Overview
The No Objection Certificate (NOC) is issued digitally by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST), Nepal. It is legally required by commercial banks in Nepal to authorize foreign currency exchange and wire transfers (TT/Swift) for tuition fees, and is also verified by airport immigration.
1Step-by-Step Instructions
NID/Citizenship Linking
Create your profile with your personal details. The system verifies your name and age from the citizenship/NID database.
- Using family member's phone number instead of your own
- Discrepancy in spelling of names
2Document Checklist
Required Documents
0 of 5 ready
Why Applications Get Rejected
Course Level Mismatch
Trying to apply for a lower or lateral course level without valid academic justification.
Unrecognized Institution
The foreign college is blacklisted or not in the accredited MoEST index.
Blurry Document Upload
Documents uploaded are illegible or cropped.
3Appointment & Visit
Online Portal Form
Register on noc.moest.gov.np, fill up previous qualifications, and upload scanned documents.
Digital Review
MoEST officials review the credentials online (typically takes 24-48 hours).
Fee Payment
Upon online approval, pay NPR 2,000 using digital payment options (ConnectIPS, eSewa, Khalti).
e-NOC Download
Download and color-print the digitally signed e-NOC PDF. No physical visit to Keshar Mahal is required!
Common Questions
Q. Do I need to visit the Ministry office at Keshar Mahal?
No! The NOC process in Nepal is now fully digital. You apply online, pay online, and download the digitally signed e-NOC PDF directly from your portal. You only visit the office in rare cases of document discrepancy or manual audit.
Q. Is NOC mandatory for studying in India?
Yes! NOC is strictly required by banks in Nepal to send tuition fees to universities in India, particularly for professional courses like MBBS, BDS, Engineering, and BSc Nursing.
Q. What if my foreign university is not in the dropdown list?
You can submit a 'Request to Add Institution' through the NOC portal, uploading the university's accreditation profile, brochure, and official website URL. The MoEST team usually registers and adds it within 2-3 business days.
Q. How long is my NOC certificate valid?
An NOC does not expire, but it is valid only for the specific institution, course, and educational level for which it was originally issued. If you change your major or university, you must apply for a new NOC.
Q. Can my parents pay the tuition fee from the bank with my NOC?
Yes, your parents or legal guardians can visit any authorized commercial bank in Nepal with your passport, offer letter, and printed NOC to perform the bank wire transfer.