Quick answer: The best education consultancy in Nepal is not the one with the biggest advertisement — it is the one that is licensed and registered, reads your profile before recommending a country, puts fees and refund terms in writing, works with more than one destination, gives you information you can verify on official sources, and never guarantees admission or approval. Use the 10-point checklist below before you pay any consultancy in Kathmandu or anywhere in Nepal.
By Intandem Scholars Pvt. Ltd., a registered education consultancy in Old Baneshwor, Kathmandu (Licence No. 213/082/083). Updated 28 September 2026.
Is there an official ranking of the best consultancies in Nepal?
No. There is no official ranking of “best” education consultancies. Many “Top 10” lists online are paid placements or written by consultancies about themselves. A licence tells you a consultancy is allowed to operate — not that it will give you honest advice. That is why you should judge any consultancy, including us, by what it actually does.
What is the 10-point checklist?
| # | What to check | Why it matters | How to check it |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valid licence and company registration | Only registered firms are accountable for your money and documents | Ask for the licence and registration numbers, and check them against the official list of approved consultancies |
| 2 | Profile first, country second | A country chosen before your profile is read is a common cause of failed applications | Notice whether they ask about grades, gaps, budget and goals before naming a country |
| 3 | Fees and refunds in writing | Verbal promises cannot be enforced | Ask for a written service agreement before any payment |
| 4 | More than one destination | A single-country consultancy recommends that country to everyone | Ask which other countries they would consider for your profile, and why |
| 5 | Verifiable information | Rules, fees and funds change every year | Ask for the official source (university page, GOV.UK, Identità) behind every figure they give you |
| 6 | No guarantees | Admission and approval decisions belong to universities and authorities | Walk away from anyone who “guarantees” a result |
| 7 | Honest “not yet” answers | A good consultancy will tell you when your profile is not ready | Ask: “What is the weakest part of my profile?“ |
| 8 | A real office and named people | Accountability needs a physical address and a responsible person | Visit the office; ask who is responsible for your file |
| 9 | Public, verifiable reviews | Reviews show how students were treated | Read their Google reviews, including how they respond to criticism |
| 10 | Support after the offer | Many problems happen after the offer letter | Ask what help continues through documentation and pre-departure |
What are the red flags?
- A country is recommended before anyone looks at your documents
- You are told an outcome is “guaranteed” or “100%”
- Fees are only explained verbally, or change after you have paid
- You are pressured to pay today to “secure a seat”
- You are advised to hide a previous refusal or a study gap
- Figures are given without any source you can check
Which questions should you ask in your first meeting?
- What are your licence and company registration numbers?
- Which countries fit my profile, and which do not — and why?
- What is the total cost for the full course, including living costs and funds to show?
- What exactly do your fees cover, and what is the refund policy? Can I see it in writing?
- Where can I verify the requirements you have given me?
- Who will handle my file, and how do I reach them?
How does Intandem Scholars measure against this checklist?
We believe you should hold us to the same standard. Here is what you can verify:
- Licensed and registered: Intandem Scholars Pvt. Ltd., Licence No. 213/082/083, Company Reg. No. 352192/81/82.
- Profile first: every engagement starts with a free profile assessment — academics, finances, intent and history — before any destination is recommended. Read why your profile should choose the country.
- Written fees: a written, bilingual service agreement and a two-instalment fee structure, explained before any payment.
- Multi-destination: the UK, Malta, Cyprus, the Netherlands and selected EU countries — so the recommendation follows your fit, not one country’s commission.
- Verifiable information: our guides cite official sources such as GOV.UK and Identità — see our UK costs and rules table and Malta fee table.
- No guarantees: we never promise an outcome; decisions belong to universities and authorities.
- A real office and a named founder: Battisputali Marg, Old Baneshwor, Kathmandu, led by founder and Managing Director Shailendra Upadhyay.
- Public reviews: rated 4.9 on Google (September 2026) — read them on our student reviews page.
Detailed student results are shared in person at our office.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best education consultancy in Kathmandu?
There is no official ranking. The best consultancy for you is one that meets the 10 points above for your specific profile. Visit two or three, ask the same questions, and compare the answers in writing.
Is a free counselling session trustworthy?
It can be. A free first assessment is common. What matters is whether the advice is specific to your profile and backed by sources you can check.
How can I verify a consultancy’s licence in Nepal?
Ask for the licence and company registration numbers and check them against the official list of approved education consultancies. A trustworthy consultancy will share both without hesitation.
Should a consultancy guarantee my admission or approval?
No. No ethical consultancy can guarantee a result. Decisions are made by universities and the relevant authorities.
Do I need a consultancy to study abroad?
No — you can apply directly. A good consultancy saves time and helps you avoid costly mistakes, especially with course choice, documentation and financial evidence.
Want to test us against this checklist? Book a free profile assessment or visit our office in Old Baneshwor, Kathmandu.
