KATHMANDU, May 15: The applications for Miss Universe Nepal 2024 are now open, from May 14 till June 15.

According to a press statement issued by its organizer, Global Glamour Venture, interested participants can apply either through the Khalti app or the online form available on all official social media platforms of Miss Universe Nepal.

Females above 18 who have completed Higher Secondary Education or Intermediate Level are eligible to participate in the competition. There is no restriction like height, weight, and marital status to apply. Similarly, besides Nepali participants, Miss Universe is also accepting Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) participants.

Sangita Puri, the national director of Miss Universe Nepal 2024, said, “The Perfect You - that’s what we all are. I always believed that we all are perfect in our own way and we are super excited to announce that finally the registration is open for Miss Universe Nepal, 2024. This year we are committed to making the  pageant more democratic and inclusive by accepting women from all walks of life.” 

She added, “I would like to request every Nepali and Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) woman to step forward and seize this opportunity, and show the entire universe the boundless capabilities of Nepali women. Let us unite on this global stage, illuminating the universe with our strength, talent, and indomitable spirit.”

The Top 60 will be announced on July 2 and the Top 30 will be announced through a mini Gala on July 11. Similarly, The Top 22 will be announced on July 31 and the close camp will be held on August 25. The grand finale is scheduled to be held on August 31. Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios is also gracing the stage of Miss Universe Nepal 2024 this year.

The Top 60 will get a comprehensive two-day training while the Top 22 will get an extended 15 days of training by International Pageant and Image Coach Alexander Gonzalez. Furthermore, the winners will get intensive post event training by Gonzalez till September 9.

The grand finale is scheduled to be held on August 31. The winner of the pageant will represent Nepal at the 73rd Miss Universe 2024 which is scheduled to be held in November, in Mexico.