Update: June 20, 2026
Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU) held its fifth convocation ceremony on Asar 6, 2083 (June 20, 2026), in Rampur, Chitwan, conferring degrees upon eligible graduates who had successfully completed their academic programs. The ceremony marked an important academic milestone for students graduating from the university’s bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral (PhD) programs in agriculture, animal science, forestry, and related disciplines.
The convocation was held under the chief guestship of Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel, who also serves as the Chancellor of the university. According to University Registrar Dr. Subir Singh, a total of 2,193 graduates received degrees during the fifth convocation ceremony.
The ceremony highlighted the following key details:
- A total of 1,836 students graduated with bachelor’s degrees, 327 with master’s degrees, and 30 with PhD degrees across various faculties and academic programs.
- Since its establishment, the university has produced 5,906 graduates at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.
- The highest number of graduates, totaling 3,014, are from agriculture-related programs.
- Across all faculties and programs, the university has so far produced 4,408 bachelor’s graduates, 1,426 master’s graduates, and 72 PhD graduates.
- The university continues to contribute to the development of skilled human resources in agriculture, forestry, veterinary science, and allied sectors that are vital to Nepal’s economic growth and food security.
Established 16 years ago in Rampur, Chitwan, the Agriculture and Forestry University was founded on Asar 3, 2067 BS (June 17, 2010) by upgrading the former Rampur Agricultural Campus, a constituent campus of Tribhuvan University. The university has since emerged as one of Nepal’s leading institutions for agricultural and forestry education and research.
Congratulating the graduates, university officials encouraged them to apply their knowledge, research skills, and professional expertise to modernize Nepal’s agriculture sector and contribute to sustainable national development.
View the official Notice:
Update June 2, 2026
In accordance with the notice dated 2083/01/22 (May 5, 2026) issued by the Agriculture and Forestry University, Office of the Controller of Examinations, the postponed 5th Convocation Ceremony is now scheduled to be held on Asar 6, 2083 (June 20, 2026).
To participate in the convocation, all graduates who have passed Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. levels from this university and have received their transcript and provisional certificate (PhD by Research) by Jestha 13, 2083 (May 27, 2026) are hereby notified to submit their Online Application through the Office of the Controller of Examinations website: https://www.afuexam.edu.np.
Students wishing to participate in the convocation ceremony must deposit the fees as follows:
| Level | Convocation Fee | Gown / Scarf / Hat Deposit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 2,000/- | 5,000/- | 7,000/- |
| Master's | 2,500/- | 5,000/- | 7,500/- |
| Ph.D. | 3,200/- | 5,000/- | 8,200/- |
Detailed information regarding the online convocation application form is available on the aforementioned website.
Note:
- A deduction of Rs. 100/- will be made from the deposit amount before the remaining deposit is refunded.
- Students must collect their original certificate within 2 (two) years of the successful completion of the convocation ceremony; otherwise, double the specified fee amount will be charged.
View the official notice here:
Agriculture and Forestry University has announced information regarding its Fifth Convocation Ceremony. Graduates of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral (PhD) programs who completed their degrees and obtained transcripts between Jestha 15, 2081 (May 28, 2024) and Baisakh 02, 2083 (April 15, 2026) are eligible to participate in the ceremony.
Key Dates
- Online Application Form Submission Deadline: April 28, 2026 (Baisakh 15, 2083)
- Online Application Form can be submitted through HERE
- Date of Convocation Ceremony: May 06, 2026 (Baisakh 23, 2083)
Instructions for Online Submission
Sept 1: Input your Registration number for Bachelor, Master and PhD to find your grace details.
Setp 2: Complete the online form submitting your Name (in devanagri using Preeti font), Gender, Address, Email and Mobile number
Setp 3: Upload your MRP photo (Above 300KB to 1MB)
Step 4: Upload your front page scan copy of the Transcript. (PDF and Image files (JPG, JPEG) are only supported)
Step 5: Submit the information, you will be redirected to eSewa for Convocation Fee Payment.
Step 6: You can use any Verified eSewa Account to pay Fee Online.
Step 7: Print the payment confirmation page or save the Transaction ID.
View the official notice below:
