Pre-Primary Teacher Training in Nepal
Study APTTI's pre-primary teacher training online from anywhere in Nepal.
You can take pre-primary teacher training in Nepal online with APTTI at four levels: Certificate (120 hours), Diploma (200 hours), PG Diploma (240 hours) and Integrated PG Diploma (480 hours). International fees: Certificate US$170, Diploma US$325, PG Diploma US$475, Integrated PG Diploma US$549. Study in your own time zone, NPT (UTC+5:45).
Pre-primary education in Nepal
Private Montessori and pre-schools are common in Kathmandu and Pokhara, and community ECD centres operate across the country.
Who sets teacher requirements
Teachers in Nepal need a licence from the Teacher Service Commission for public posts; ECD centres and private Montessori and pre-schools set their own requirements.
This is general guidance, checked in October 2026. Rules change; confirm with the relevant authority and your target school.
Classroom languages
Main languages: Nepali and English. The course is taught in English, and it covers how to support children learning in more than one language.
Fees
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
| Integrated PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 480 hours / 18 months | ₹35,000 + GST | US$549 |
Cities
Questions from learners in Nepal
Can I do pre-primary teacher training online in Nepal?
Yes. APTTI's course is fully online with 24/7 access, so you can study anywhere in Nepal in your own time zone (NPT (UTC+5:45)).
What does the course cost in Nepal?
Learners in Nepal pay in US dollars: US$170 (Certificate), US$325 (Diploma), US$475 (PG Diploma) or US$549 (Integrated PG Diploma).
Is the certificate accepted in Nepal?
Private schools decide what training they accept. The certificate is professional training, not a government licence; check the requirements below and with your target school.