Examination

Assessment and evaluation system ensuring academic excellence

Assessment & Evaluation

Our examination system follows Kathmandu University regulations and is designed to assess both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. We employ multiple assessment methods to ensure comprehensive evaluation of student learning.

Theory Examinations

Written examinations testing conceptual understanding

  • • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • • Short Answer Questions (SAQ)
  • • Long Answer Questions (LAQ)
  • • Case-based Questions

Practical Examinations

Hands-on assessment of laboratory and clinical skills

  • • Laboratory Experiments
  • • Specimen Identification
  • • Skill Demonstration
  • • Viva Voce

Clinical Examinations

Real patient interaction and clinical competency

  • • OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination)
  • • Case Presentations
  • • Bedside Clinics
  • • Clinical Viva

Grading System

Pass/Fail Criteria

  • Minimum 50% in Theory
  • Minimum 50% in Practical
  • Minimum 50% in Internal Assessment
  • Minimum 50% in Clinical

Grade Distribution

Distinction80% and above
First Division65% - 79%
Second Division50% - 64%
FailBelow 50%

Examination Schedule

Internal Assessments

  • Continuous assessment throughout the year
  • Regular class tests and quizzes
  • Practical assessments in laboratories
  • Attendance and participation records

University Examinations

  • Annual examinations at the end of each year
  • Conducted by Kathmandu University
  • External examiners for quality assurance
  • Supplementary exams for failed subjects