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The Next Education Consultancy

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📅 Founded 2009🔗 thenext.edu.np
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About The Next Education Consultancy

The Next Education Consultancy is headquartered at New Baneshwor (The Next Centre), Kathmandu, with additional Nepal offices at Putalisadak, Dillibazar, Maharajgunj, Kumaripati, Narayangarh, Butwal, Kawasoti, Damak, Damauli, Nepalgunj, Pokhara, Parsa, Bhairahawa, Birtamode, Biratnagar, Tandi, Dang, and Manglapur — one of the most extensive branch networks operated by a single Nepal-founded agency. Internationally, The Next maintains offices in Sydney (Level 4, 255 Castlereagh Street), Perth (305 Murray Street), Sri Lanka (Colombo 03), and the Philippines (Makati). The agency holds AIRC certification (American International Recruitment Council — the US institutions' quality standard for international agents) and ISO certification, distinguishing it from most Nepal competitors that rely on Australian-focused credentials alone. With 6,000+ documented student placements across its operation, The Next covers Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, the USA, Ireland, and Denmark, with IELTS, PTE, and SAT preparation available on-site.

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Strengths
  • AIRC certification — the US institutions' quality standard for international agents; one of very few Nepal agencies with this credential
  • ISO certification — third-party management system verification
  • 6,000+ documented student placements across Australia, NZ, Canada, UK, USA, Ireland, and Denmark
  • 20+ Nepal branch offices including Dang, Manglapur, Tandi, Kawasoti — broadest regional reach of any Nepal-founded agency in this batch
  • Sydney and Perth offices for post-arrival support in Australia
  • Sri Lanka and Philippines offices extending the network for multi-country family placements
Limitations
  • !20+ branches creates variability in counsellor quality — the regional Tandi or Dang offices will have fewer staff than the New Baneshwor HQ; confirm which branch and which counsellor will handle your case
  • !The Australia focus is very strong; Denmark and Ireland are listed destinations but verify counsellor-specific expertise before committing for European pathways

How The Next Education Consultancy get paid

Free for students

The Next Education Consultancy does not charge students a placement fee. Like most education agents, it is paid a commission by the universities it places students into. That does not make its advice bad — but the agent is paid by the institution, not by you, so it has more financial reason to recommend a partner university than a non-partner one. Ask which universities it represents, and whether your shortlist is on that list.

Who it suits

  • Students across Nepal — particularly in regional cities — who want a locally-founded agency with a documented 6,000+ pla...
  • Students targeting Australia, New Zealand, UK
  • Students based in Kathmandu, Nepal looking for local in-person support
  • Students who value a consultancy with established local presence and verifiable track record

What they do

Destinations
Australia AustraliaNew Zealand New ZealandUnited Kingdom United KingdomCanada CanadaUSA USA
Specialisations
Student VisaUniversity AdmissionsIELTS PreparationPTE PreparationCareer Counselling
Services
University CounsellingUniversity Application AssistanceStudent ScreeningVisa LodgementIELTS / PTE PreparationSAT PreparationScholarship AssistancePre-departure Briefing
Languages
NepaliEnglish

Types of language tests offered

The Next Education Consultancy helps students prepare for the following English proficiency and admissions tests.

IELTS
Globally recognised English test accepted by universities, employers, and immigration authorities in 140+ countries.
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PTE
Pearson Test of English — a fully computer-based test with fast results, accepted by thousands of universities worldwide.
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Duolingo
A convenient, affordable English proficiency test you can take online from home — accepted by 4,000+ institutions.
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Partner universities & institutions

RU
RMIT University
Australia Australia
university
LT
La Trobe University
Australia Australia
university
C
CQUniversity
Australia Australia
university
FU
Federation University
Australia Australia
university
TN
TAFE NSW
Australia Australia
tafe
HC
Humber College
Canada Canada
college
AC
Algonquin College
Canada Canada
college
NC
Niagara College
Canada Canada
college
UH
University of Hertfordshire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
university
CU
Coventry University
United Kingdom United Kingdom
university
AU
Auckland University of Technology
New Zealand New Zealand
university

Post-study pathways

Australia Study → Temporary Graduate Visa 485

The most popular pathway for Nepali students. Study at an Australian university or TAFE, then apply for the Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia for 2–4 years post-graduation. Many students then apply for skilled migration or employer-sponsored visas.

1Course Selection2Student Visa 5003Graduation4Temporary Graduate 4855Skills Assessment / Employer Sponsorship
Canada College → Post-Graduate Work Permit

Study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada, then apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). With Canadian work experience, you can qualify for Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Programs.

1SDS Visa2DLI College Enrolment3Graduation4PGWP (1–3 years)5Express Entry / PNP6Permanent Residency

What students say

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Awards and recognition

  • AIRC Certified Agency
  • ISO Certified Organisation

Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

The Next is the most geographically accessible agency in this batch for Nepali students outside Kathmandu, and its AIRC certification is rare and valuable for students targeting US universities. The New Baneshwor head office is well-staffed; regional offices are best suited for initial counselling, with complex applications ideally handled at HQ.

Best for
Students across Nepal — particularly in regional cities — who want a locally-founded agency with a documented 6,000+ placement track record, AIRC certification for USA applications, and direct post-arrival support through Sydney and Perth offices.
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This profile was researched and written independently by ConsultancyCheck. It is editorial content, not marketing material supplied by the consultancy. It draws on official websites, public records, industry accreditations, social media channels and, where indicated, the consultancy's own published materials.

No consultancy can pay to be listed, to rank higher, or to have criticism removed. Last researched: 2026-06-20. Sources: Official consultancy website · Public social media profiles (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram) · ConsultancyCheck editorial research · Public directories and listings · Consultancy official website: https://thenext.edu.np.

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