Authorities

Pokhara University operates under a management structure led by key officials who ensure its smooth functioning and academic excellence. The Chancellor, typically the Prime Minister of Nepal, serves as the ceremonial head of the university, while the Minister of Education acts as the Pro-Chancellor. The Vice Chancellor, appointed by the Chancellor, is the principal executive officer overseeing the university’s administration and academic activities. The Registrar supports financial management and administrative tasks. Additionally, several councils, including the University Senate and Academic Council, assist in policy formulation and decision-making. The university’s structure integrates various officials and bodies to promote quality education and effective governance​.

Prof. Bishnu Raj Tiwari, PhD
Prof. Bishnu Raj Tiwari, PhD
Vice-Chancellor
Prof. Hari Bahadur Khadka
Prof. Hari Bahadur Khadka
Registrar
Prof. Gyaneshwor Sharma, PhD
Prof. Gyaneshwor Sharma, PhD
Dean, Faculty of Management Studies
Assoc. Prof. Gulam Muhammad Khan, PhD
Assoc. Prof. Gulam Muhammad Khan, PhD
Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Ajay Thapa,PhD
Assoc. Prof. Ajay Thapa,PhD
Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Prof. Rajesh Kumar Thagurathi
Prof. Rajesh Kumar Thagurathi
Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology
Assoc. Prof. Niranjan Shrestha, PhD
Assoc. Prof. Niranjan Shrestha, PhD
Executive Director, Pokhara University Research Center
Assoc. Prof. Rabindra Ghimire, PhD
Assoc. Prof. Rabindra Ghimire, PhD
Executive Director, Curriculm Development Center
Assoc. Prof. Deepanjal Shrestha, PhD
Assoc. Prof. Deepanjal Shrestha, PhD
Executive Director, International Relations Center
Assoc. Prof. Er. Prakash Bahadur Adhikari
Assoc. Prof. Er. Prakash Bahadur Adhikari
Chief, Planning & Program Division