The first science campus in Nepal is Amrit Science Campus, which was founded in 1962 as Public Science College (PUSCOL) in Lainchaur. It is a constituent college of Tribhuvan University and is named after Prof. Amrit Prasad Pradhan.

ASCOL is considered to be one of the best institutions of science in Nepal, providing research-based education in such areas as physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, and environmental science.

Vision

To make ASCOL a hub of excellence in science and technology education and to generate competent graduates who can help in national and international scientific development.

Mission

To grow and enhance science and technology courses, such as master-level courses in the fundamental subjects.
To offer a research-based and contemporary learning environment with modernized labs and facilities.
To encourage critical thinking, communication skills, and innovation among students.
To equip students with real-world and market-relevant skills to be able to take advantage of opportunities in the world.

Admission Details for being enrolled in ASCOL

Everything for admission is mentioned in the table below:

Attribute	Info
Admission Time	For the Bachelor's level Admissions are usually done in August–September (Bhadra–Ashwin). The academic session starts around October/November (Kartik/Mangsir). For the Master's level Admissions start around Falgun–Chaitra (Feb–April). Classes begin shortly after entrance results are out.
Entrance Exam	B.Sc. Program (General Science): The entrance exam is conducted by ASCOL itself or TU’s Institute of Science & Technology (IOST). Objective-type questions are asked in physics, chemistry, biology/math, and English. Based on the +2 science curriculum (NEB). B.Sc. CSIT Program: A separate entrance exam is conducted by IOST, Tribhuvan University. Competitive MCQ questions in math, English, physics, and general knowledge have to be solved within 2 hours. M.Sc. Programs: Entrance exams are held by respective TU departments (e.g., physics, microbiology). Mostly written in subjective/objective type, focused on the bachelor-level syllabus.
Eligibility	For B.Sc.: Minimum second division (45%) or C Grade in all subjects in +2 Science or equivalent. Compulsory subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Math. For B.Sc. CSIT: Passed +2 Science or equivalent with Math (compulsory) through the science faculty. Must pass the entrance exam conducted by TU. For M.Sc.: Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject. Must meet minimum GPA or division requirement as prescribed by TU.
Scholarship	Meritorious Students: Toppers in graduate entrance exams or semester exams. Some full or partial fee waivers based on performance. Needy Students (Financial Hardship): Can apply with a recommendation letter and documents. Reviewed by a scholarship committee. Reserved Categories: Special seats or support may be available for: Women Dalit Janajati Madhesi Students from remote areas

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Amrit Science Campus is a highly regarded science campus in Nepal, which is a part of Tribhuvan University. It offers a good foundation to students in science and technology with its research-based learning, structured entrance-based admission, and good academic programs.

ASCOL is a good and trusted option among students who need to obtain a good science education in Kathmandu.