Best Consultancy in Putalisadak? Here Are Nepal’s Most Reviewed Study Abroad Consultancies

If you walk along Putalisadak road in Kathmandu, you will notice something straight away. There are educational consultancies almost on every floor, in almost every building. Students carry folders of documents. Parents ask questions. Counselors give advice. This road has become one of the most important places in Nepal for students who want to study abroad.

Every year, thousands of Nepali students dream of going to Australia, the UK, Canada, the USA, New Zealand, or Europe to study. But the process is not simple. You need to pick the right course and university, prepare for tests like IELTS or PTE, arrange your financial documents, apply for a visa, and do a lot more. A good consultancy makes this easier. A bad one wastes your time and money.

This article lists the best educational consultancies in and around Putalisadak, based on real Google Maps data. We looked at each consultancy’s total number of reviews and rating, visited their official websites, and checked third-party sources to cross-verify the information. Everything here is based on facts — not paid promotions.

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How We Ranked the Consultancies

We ranked the top 7 consultancies based on total Google review count — not just the star rating. Here is why. A consultancy with 5.0 stars from 10 reviews is very different from one with 4.9 stars from 1,300 reviews. More reviews means more real students have shared their experience. It gives a much more honest picture.

After ranking by review count, we visited each consultancy’s official website and checked other sources verify details like countries covered, services, founding year, and any certifications.

Top 7 Best Consultancies in Putalisadak (Ranked by Reviews)

CIC Education Hub

About CIC Education Hub

CIC Education Hub is the most reviewed educational consultancy in the Putalisadak area on Google Maps, sitting at a 5.0 rating with over 2,000 reviews. Their head office is in Putalisadak, Kathmandu, and they also have a branch at Putalihub (Putalisadak Chowk), as well as offices in Pokhara and Birtamode, Jhapa.

CIC started as a Canada-focused consultancy. Their team of certified education counselors has over a decade of experience in Canada study permit processing, documentation, and visa applications. They partner with more than 24 institutions in Canada, including well-known colleges like Cambrian College, Canadore College, Seneca, Humber, and Red River College.

Over time, CIC expanded to cover the USA, UK, Australia, and New Zealand as well. But if Canada is your goal, this consultancy has deep expertise that is hard to match in the area. They also offer IELTS and PTE test preparation classes.

Countries Covered

• Canada (Primary Focus)
• USA
• UK
• Australia
• New Zealand

Key Services

• Study permit and visa counseling (Canada specialist)
• University and college selection (24+ Canadian partner institutions)
• Application processing and documentation
• SOP (Statement of Purpose) guidance
• IELTS and PTE test preparation
• Pre-departure sessions
• Career counseling

What Students Say: Students consistently mention a smooth visa process and very professional guidance. Multiple reviews highlight Canada visa approvals, and one student noted that the consultancy helped their daughter get a Canada visa and called the team ‘very professional and supportive throughout the entire process.’

KIEC Putalisadak

About KIEC

KIEC — short for Kathmandu Infosys Educational Consultancy — was founded on September 19, 2006, by Rajendra Rijal. It is one of the oldest and most well-known consultancies not just in Putalisadak, but in all of Nepal. Their head office sits right on KIEC Avenue, Lalupatey Marg, which runs off Putalisadak.

KIEC has grown significantly over the years. As of their last major expansion, they had 16 branches across Nepal including Pokhara, Chitwan, Biratnagar, Birgunj, Butwal, Itahari, and more. They also have international offices in Australia and Bangladesh. This wide reach means that if you live outside Kathmandu, there is still a good chance you can access KIEC in your own city.

KIEC is certified by the American International Recruitment Council (AIRC) through 2030. They are also authorized by Nepal’s Ministry of Education and the National Educational Consultancies Association (NECA). These certifications confirm they follow international ethical standards in how they recruit and counsel students.

KIEC has a dedicated Learning Center (separate from counseling) that runs IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, and English language classes. They also provide a student accommodation search service and help with OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) for Australia-bound students. Their online student portal lets students track their application from home.

Countries Covered

• Australia
• UK
• USA
• Canada
• New Zealand
• Denmark
• Ireland
• Japan
• South Korea
• Germany
• France
• Switzerland

Key Services

• Study abroad counseling
• IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, and English classes (Learning Center)
• University and course selection
• Visa application support
• Transnational Education (TNE) programs
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for Australia
• Student accommodation assistance
• Interview and visa interview preparation
• Pre-departure orientation
• Online student portal

What Students Say: Students mention a smooth, well-guided journey from university selection to visa approval. Many name specific staff members by name in their reviews, which shows strong personal connections. One student who received a UK visa for a Master’s degree wrote that ‘the guidance was clear, timely, and very professional.’ Another compared KIEC staff to ‘own family members.’

The Next Education Consultancy (Dillibazar Branch)

About The Next Education Consultancy

The Next Education Consultancy has two branches in the Putalisadak–Dillibazar belt of Kathmandu. The Dillibazar branch is their larger and more reviewed location (1,212 Google reviews), while the Putalisadak branch itself has 65 reviews but maintains a perfect 5.0 rating.

What makes The Next stand out in student reviews is speed. Students regularly mention getting their UK visas in as little as 1 to 7 days after biometrics, and Australian visas in 20 to 35 days. These are genuinely fast turnaround times compared to the industry average, and students notice. Of course, visa processing times are ultimately decided by embassies, not consultancies — but a consultancy that prepares your documents well and submits them correctly can avoid unnecessary delays.

The team is repeatedly described as professional, cooperative, and friendly. Students from outside Kathmandu — from Rautahat, Solukhumbu, Jhapa, and other districts — mention specifically choosing The Next after being referred by friends.

Countries Covered

• UK
• Australia

Key Services

• University and course selection
• Visa application and documentation
• Pre-departure guidance
• Full process support from counseling to visa approval

What Students Say: Fast visa results are the most common theme. One student from Solukhumbu got an Australia visa in 32 days and wrote about the team’s ‘genuine care and professionalism.’ Another received a UK student visa in 7 days after biometrics.

CSC Global Putalisadak

About CSC Global

CSC Global was established in 2013 and has grown quickly into one of the more popular consultancies in the Putalisadak area. Their Putalisadak branch is at the Putalihub Building, right on Putalisadak Chowk, and they have additional branches in Kamaladi, New Baneshwor, Kumaripati (Lalitpur), Chitwan, and Butwal.

CSC Global is well-known for Canada processing. Many of the reviews on their Google page specifically mention Canadian study visas being approved. But they also handle UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand, and broader European destinations. Their website covers university and course information for all these countries in detail.

One word that comes up again and again in student reviews is ‘transparent.’ Students say CSC Global is honest about the process, does not make promises it cannot keep, and does not charge hidden fees. This matters a lot when you are putting significant money and trust into a consultancy. They also offer IELTS and PTE test preparation classes.

Countries Covered

• Canada
• UK
• USA
• Australia
• New Zealand
• Europe (selected countries)

Key Services

• Free counseling sessions
• University and college selection guidance
• Application and admission help
• Visa processing support
• IELTS and PTE test preparation
• Scholarship information and guidance
• Document preparation

What Students Say: Transparency and professionalism come up most often. Students say ‘no hidden fees, no false promises.’ One student who got a Canada visa wrote that everything ‘from college selection to SOP guidance and visa filing was handled properly.’ The free counseling is appreciated by students who are just starting and are unsure about the process.

NIEC – Nepal International Educational Consultancy

About NIEC

NIEC is one of the oldest consultancies in Nepal. It was established in January 2001, which gives it over two decades of experience. Their office is in the Share Market Complex, 4th Floor, Putalisadak — a well-known building right in the middle of the consultancy area.

NIEC is widely known as one of the strongest test preparation centers in the area. They are an authorized TOEFL iBT test center, meaning students can take the actual TOEFL exam right at NIEC’s office, not just prepare for it. This is a rare credential that most consultancies do not have. They have been running TOEFL tests without major issues since 2006.

Beyond test prep, NIEC has trained counselors who guide students through every step of the study abroad process. They have a large network of partner universities and colleges around the world and have helped thousands of students every year to get into programs in the USA, Australia, UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland.

Countries Covered

• Australia
• USA
• UK
• Canada
• New Zealand
• Ireland
• Germany

Key Services

• IELTS, PTE-A, TOEFL, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT preparation classes
• Authorized TOEFL iBT test center (since 2006)
• Study abroad counseling
• University admissions and application support
• Visa application guidance
• Immigration consultancy (Australia, Canada, New Zealand)
• Language and computer courses

What Students Say: The test prep teachers get the most praise. One student scored 90 overall in PTE and credited NIEC’s ‘consistent guidance and motivation.’ Another got a UK visa within one month. Students also frequently mention that NIEC has a welcoming environment and that instructors are patient and experienced.

NEC – Nepal Education Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.

About NEC

NEC — Nepal Education Consultancy — was established in 2001 and is one of the pioneers in the Putalisadak area. Their head office is directly opposite Star Mall on Putalisadak road, and they also have a branch in Kumaripati, Lalitpur.

One thing that genuinely sets NEC apart is the background of the team. NEC’s counselors and directors are actual graduates of Australian universities. This is not a marketing line — it means the people advising you about studying in Australia have personally lived and studied there. That gives the guidance a depth and practical value that you cannot get just from training materials. NEC has been consistently strong on Australia processing and is often cited as one of the best consultancies in Nepal for Australia-bound students.

NEC also regularly invites university representatives to their office to meet students directly. This means a student can sit down and talk to someone from the actual institution they are considering, not just rely on what the counselor tells them. This is a value-added practice that not many consultancies in the area offer.

Countries Covered

• Australia (Primary Strength)
• USA
• UK
• Canada
• Netherlands
• New Zealand

Key Services

• Study abroad counseling
• University application support
• Visa guidance and documentation
• Financial documentation guidance
• IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE-A preparation classes
• Pre-departure guidance
• Post-arrival student support
• University representative events and seminars

What Students Say: Students credit NEC’s Australia-educated team for giving very realistic and useful advice. One student doing a Master’s in Nursing at Curtin University wrote: ‘The counselors are very knowledgeable and also provided my family with the right financial and visa guidance.’ Another student said that what NEC offers is real, first-hand Australian context, not just textbook guidance.

Edwise Foundation

About Edwise Foundation

Edwise Foundation has been operating since 2005 and occupies the 6th and 7th floors of the Shubhashree Complex in New Plaza, Putalisadak. Among all the consultancies listed here, Edwise is the most specialized — it is primarily a US-focused consultancy. While most others treat the USA as one of five or six equal destinations, Edwise treats it as a main focus.

Edwise has formally partnered with over 150 US higher education institutions. They have placed thousands of students in universities ranging from small liberal arts colleges all the way to top-tier research universities. A notable point is that many of these placements come with partial or full financial aid — meaning Edwise actively helps students look for funding options, not just admissions.

Edwise holds two key international certifications: AIRC (American International Recruitment Council) and ICEF. These certifications verify that the consultancy follows ethical practices in international student recruitment. Their team of advisors has personally studied and worked in the USA and other countries, so the guidance is first-hand.

Beyond the USA, Edwise also handles Canada, Australia, and UK processing. They offer test preparation for TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, GRE, and GMAT.

Countries Covered

• USA (Primary Focus)
• Canada
• Australia
• UK

Key Services

• US university admissions specialist
• Scholarship and financial aid guidance
• TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, GRE, GMAT preparation
• SOP and application essay support
• Visa interview coaching (F-1 student visa)
• LOR (Letter of Recommendation) review
• University selection and shortlisting (150+ US institutions)
• Complete documentation support

What Students Say: Students say Edwise provides ‘genuine guidance from the basics to the final interview.’ The visa interview preparation is specifically highlighted as very thorough and personalized. One student wrote that Edwise ‘expertly guided me in choosing the perfect university, meticulously reviewed my LORs and SOP, and provided invaluable preparation for my visa interview.’

Full Ranked List: All Consultancies in the Putalisadak Area

The table below includes all consultancies we found in and around the Putalisadak–Dillibazar belt. They are ranked by total number of Google reviews. All data was verified from Google Maps in May 2026.

AU = Australia | CA = Canada | NZ = New Zealand | IE = Ireland | DE = Germany | SG = Singapore | NL = Netherlands | EU = Europe | JP = Japan | KR = South Korea 

Things to Check Before You Visit a Consultancy

Here are some basic but important things every student and parent should check before committing to a consultancy:

• Is the consultancy registered with Nepal’s Ministry of Education?
• Do they have a physical, verifiable office address? Visit in person at least once before paying anything.
• Ask them for their visa success rate for your specific destination — not just a general claim.
• Ask clearly about all fees involved. A good consultancy will explain this upfront. Anything unclear should be a warning sign.
• Check Google Maps reviews yourself. Look for patterns in what students say — both positive and negative. No consultancy is perfect.
• If they promise guaranteed visas, be very careful. No consultancy can guarantee a visa. That is decided by the embassy.
• Ask whether the counselor assigned to you has personal experience with the country you are targeting. First-hand knowledge makes a real difference.

Conclusion

Putalisadak is genuinely one of the best places in Nepal to find a trustworthy study abroad consultancy. Within a short walk, you can visit multiple well-established offices, talk to counselors, compare what they offer, and make an informed choice. Most offer free initial counseling sessions, so there is no cost to just walking in and asking questions.

All the consultancies listed in this article have real, verified Google reviews from actual students. The top 7 were chosen based on the highest number of reviews, which is a reliable indicator of how many students have gone through them. Each one has a strong track record in at least one study destination.

Based on the data we gathered, CIC Education Hub and KIEC Putalisadak are the two most reviewed consultancies in the entire area. NIEC has the longest track record when it comes to test preparation. NEC stands out for the Australia-related expertise of their team. Edwise Foundation is the most specialized when it comes to US universities. CSC Global has a solid reputation for Canada processing. The Next Education Consultancy is consistently praised for fast and professional visa work.

That said, the right consultancy for you depends on your own goals, budget, and the country you want to study in. Do your own research, visit a couple of offices, ask specific questions, and trust your instincts. No article — including this one — can replace a proper in-person conversation with a counselor.

DISCLAIMER

This article is written for general informational purposes only. The rankings are based entirely on the total number of Google Reviews visible on Google Maps as of May 2026. This article does not constitute an endorsement, sponsorship, or paid recommendation of any consultancy listed.

We have made every effort to ensure the information here is accurate at the time of writing. However, details such as Google ratings, review counts, office addresses, phone numbers, countries covered, and services may change at any time. Always verify information directly with the consultancy before making any decisions.

No consultancy paid for inclusion or any ranking position in this article. Visa processing times mentioned in the article are based on individual student experiences reported in Google reviews — they are not guarantees and actual results will vary.

Google Maps links included in this article are provided for convenience. They should be used to verify office locations and should not be taken as endorsements. The author is not affiliated with Google or any consultancy listed.