Discover GES

About GES

Exploring, Learning, and Innovating in Geomatics Engineering at Kathmandu University.

150+ Active Members
Established 2008
6 Core Focus Areas

Our Mission

To empower students in geomatics engineering by fostering continuous learning, technical innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. We provide hands-on workshops, field surveys, and real-world projects that connect classroom theory with practical geospatial applications.

Our Vision

To cultivate a vibrant, forward-thinking community of geomatics students who explore, create, and apply spatial technologies to address real-world environmental and infrastructural challenges within Nepal and across the global geospatial landscape.

Mapping Knowledge, Shaping the Future

Technical Domains

Our Geomatics Expertise Areas

Explore the specialized geospatial disciplines our members research and practice.

GIS & Spatial Analysis

Manage, analyze, and model spatial data using industry GIS platforms, collaborative web mapping, and spatial problem-solving workflows.

Remote Sensing

Analyze satellite and multispectral imagery to monitor environmental changes, land cover classification, and natural resource tracking.

Photogrammetry & UAV

Hands-on 3D terrain modeling, orthophoto generation, and aerial reconstruction from drone imagery and Structure-from-Motion (SfM).

GNSS & Positioning

Practical field exposure to high-precision GPS, RTK surveying, and satellite navigation protocols for millimeter-level accuracy.

LiDAR & 3D Scanning

Process high-density point clouds, terrestrial laser scanning, and elevation models for infrastructure and topographical mapping.

Cartography & Viz

Design modern interactive maps, apply cartographic principles, and effectively communicate complex spatial insights.

Legacy & Growth

Our Milestone Journey

A decade of student leadership, technical excellence, and society achievements.

2008

Establishment

GES was officially established under the Department of Geomatics Engineering at Kathmandu University as a student-led academic society.

2009–2015

Early Development

GES initiated technical training sessions, seminars, and interaction forums to build foundational skills in GIS and land surveying.

2016–2020

Expansion & Fieldwork

Expanded activities with field mapping competitions, industry workshops, and collaborative research projects beyond the university campus.

2021–2023

Digital Transformation

Adapted to virtual environments with webinars, online mapathons, and digital GIS workshops during global challenges.

2024–Present

Innovation & NEPGEOM

Continuing to lead student geospatial innovation in Nepal, organizing national conferences (NEPGEOM), WebGIS bootcamps, and career symposiums.

Community Value

Our Community & Project Impact

Applying geospatial intelligence to environmental, urban, and societal challenges.

Environmental Monitoring
Campus & Urban Mapping
Drone & UAV Surveys
Community Outreach
Forestry & Terrain Analysis
Student Research

50+

Student Projects

20+

Workshops Hosted

100%

Practical Focus