The Nepal Geological Society was formally established on April 15, 1980 (Baisakh 2, 2037 B.S.).The Society has its office in Kathmandu, Nepal, with an office located in the premises of the Department of Mines and Geology, Lainchaur, Kathmandu.
Presently, the Society has over 440 members encompassing almost all the geoscientists of Nepal as well as many geoscientists of other countries who are actively engaged or interested in the geological research of the Himalaya -Tibet region.
To develop and promote the research and application of geological sciences to the national development,
To foster high professional standard among its members, and
To promote and protect the professional interests of earth scientists of the country.
To be active in protection and conservation of environment and in reduction of natural disaster