Established in 1993, Purbanchal University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Biratnagar (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Eastern Region. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Nepal, Purbanchal University (PU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Purbanchal University (PU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 26 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Nepalese higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.