31st Basic Administration Training (BAT) was inaugurated by Minister of General Administration Hon'ble Keshav Kumar Budhathoki on 4 November 2016 (19 Kartik 2073) at Nepal Administrative Staff College (NASC). BAT is the foundation course organized by NASC for the newly recruited section officers of the government of Nepal to enhance the proficiency and competency of the officers for the purpose of effective service delivery to the public. The training is residential in nature and the officials from - Foreign Affairs, Revenue, Account, Parliament and Administration will participate in the 3 months foundation course. Administration officers will also participate in an additional specialized 3 month course.