TU Convocation Process: How to Register and Get Your Degree Certificate
Completed your TU degree? Learn how convocation works, who is eligible, how to register, fees, and exactly how and when you receive your official degree certificate.
Convocation is the formal ceremony where Tribhuvan University confers degrees on its graduates — and it is also tied to receiving your official degree certificate, the capstone document of your studies. Many graduates are unsure how convocation works, who is eligible, and what to do if they cannot attend in person. This complete guide explains the convocation process clearly — eligibility, registration, fees, the degree certificate, and how to plan your documents — so you can secure your qualification without confusion.
What convocation is
Convocation is the official event at which TU formally awards degrees to graduates who have completed all the requirements of their programme. Beyond the ceremony itself, it is the process through which you obtain your degree certificate, which is the final, authoritative proof that you hold the qualification. Even graduates who do not attend in person are connected to convocation through certificate distribution, so it matters to everyone who has completed a degree.
Who is eligible
Graduates who have completed all requirements of their programme — with final results published and every paper cleared — are eligible. TU announces convocation periodically and invites eligible graduates from the relevant batches. If you still have a pending paper, you typically need to complete it first, so clearing any backlog promptly keeps you on track for the next convocation. Confirm your eligibility against the official convocation notice for your batch.
How registration usually works
- Watch for the official convocation notice and the registration window.
- Register online or through your campus, providing your programme and result details.
- Pay the prescribed convocation fee.
- Receive confirmation and the instructions for the ceremony and certificate collection.
Because the registration window can be limited, it pays to watch for the notice and register promptly rather than waiting until the last day.
Fees and what to expect
Convocation usually involves a prescribed fee, stated in the official notice along with the payment method. The notice also explains the ceremony arrangements and how and when the degree certificate will be available. Read it carefully and keep your payment receipt and confirmation, as you may need them to collect your certificate. If anything is unclear, your campus administration can guide you through the specific steps for your batch.
Receiving your degree certificate
The degree certificate is distributed around convocation. If you are able to attend, you may receive it at or after the ceremony; if you cannot attend, graduates can typically collect it afterward through the prescribed process. Pair your degree certificate with your academic transcript for a complete academic file that covers both your qualification and your detailed results — the combination most employers and universities want to see.
If you cannot attend in person
Attendance is encouraged, but not being able to attend does not mean you lose your certificate. Graduates who miss the ceremony can usually collect the degree certificate later through the official process. Follow the convocation notice for the exact steps and any documents you need to bring or send. If you are abroad or unable to travel, ask your campus how to arrange collection so your certificate is not delayed.
Plan your documents ahead
Convocation is the final milestone in a sequence of documents. Keep your marksheets and transcript ready, and if you are heading abroad, sort out your migration certificate too. Treating these as one checklist near graduation — transcript, degree certificate, character certificate and, if needed, migration — means you are ready for any job or admission requirement that follows. A little organisation now saves a scramble later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to attend convocation to get my degree certificate?
Attendance is encouraged, but graduates who cannot attend can usually collect the certificate afterward through the prescribed process. Follow the official convocation notice.
Who can register for TU convocation?
Graduates who have completed all programme requirements with published final results, from the batches TU invites in that convocation.
Is there a fee for convocation?
Yes, a prescribed convocation fee usually applies. The amount and payment method are stated in the official notice.
How often does TU hold convocation?
TU holds convocation periodically and announces it via official notice; it is not on a fixed monthly schedule.
What documents should I keep ready around convocation?
Your marksheets, transcript and degree certificate, plus a migration certificate if you plan to study abroad. Keep them organised as a single checklist.
How do I get my degree certificate if I miss convocation?
Graduates who miss the ceremony can usually collect the degree certificate afterward through the prescribed process. Follow the convocation notice and ask your campus for the steps.
Can I get my degree certificate without attending convocation?
Yes. Graduates who cannot attend can usually collect the degree certificate afterward through the prescribed process. Follow the official convocation notice for the steps.
How long after graduation is convocation held?
TU holds convocation periodically rather than on a fixed schedule, so the gap varies. Watch for the official convocation notice inviting your batch.
Do I need my transcript for convocation?
Convocation is about conferring the degree and issuing the degree certificate; keep your marksheets and transcript ready as part of your complete academic file.