NEC Offers Engineering Education Opportunities for Students from Public Schools

Kathmandu – Nepal Engineering College (NEC) has announced a Community Scholarship Program for the academic session 2082/83. For the first time, a separate community scholarship will be provided targeting underprivileged students who studied in government public schools. Additionally, the college has stated that it will offer full scholarships to seven students—one from each of the seven provinces.

According to the college administration, one meritorious student from each province selected under the Provincial Scholarship will receive a 100% tuition fee waiver. Priority will be given to students who have achieved high marks in SEE and +2, are economically disadvantaged, and have a strong interest in engineering studies.

Similarly, under the Community Scholarship, students who have passed +2 from government public schools will also be eligible for full or partial tuition waivers. This program aims to increase access to engineering education for students from rural and marginalized communities.

Rupesh Dahi Shrestha, coordinator of the College Admission Committee 2025, stated that the provincial and community scholarships are an integral part of the college's inclusive policy and social responsibility. “This initiative supports national inclusiveness and the promotion of equal opportunities,” he said.

Applicants are requested to contact the college as soon as possible. The names of selected students will be published promptly. Necessary documents, forms, and details can be obtained from the NEC college website or the administrative office.

Principal Durgaprasad Bhandari explained that the college, operating on a non-profit basis, has been offering various scholarships with the goal of producing as many engineers as possible for the country. He mentioned that the non-profit institution provides quality education in a peaceful environment.

“For students planning to pursue engineering studies, we are pleased to announce that admissions are now open at Nepal Engineering College, a non-profit academic institution operated by a college management committee formed under the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology of the Government of Nepal,” he said.

He highlighted the features of the college:

One of the best colleges affiliated with Pokhara University

Permanent accreditation by the Nepal Engineering Council

More than 100 experienced full-time faculty members

Peaceful and green environment away from urban noise

Well-equipped physical infrastructure, labs, library, and research facilities

Opportunities for national and international exposure

Scholarships from local governments, provinces, management committees, and the university

Transportation services available in the Kathmandu Valley and up to Kavre

Guest lectures by national and international experts

Technology-integrated teaching methods

Affordable fees and quality education

The college offers seven academic programs:

Civil Engineering

Civil and Rural Engineering

Computer Engineering

Architecture

Information and Communication Engineering

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Nepal Engineering College is an autonomous institution affiliated with Pokhara University, providing education in various engineering disciplines such as Information Technology, Civil, Computer, and Electronics Engineering. The college is located in Duwakot, Changunarayan Municipality, Bhaktapur.