MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE COMMISSION

1. To advise The Government of Nepal on the establishment of new universities,
2. To formulate policy for the allocation of government grants to the universities and higher education institutions,
3. To disburse grants to universities and make recommendations to the concerned bodies for additional grants.
4. To coordinate among the universities.
5. To take necessary steps for determination and maintenance of standards of higher education.
6. To formulate necessary policies and programs for the promotion and enhancement of quality in higher education.
7. To make necessary arrangement on the exchange of scholarships, fellowships etc between the universities and educational institutions within or outside Nepal.