Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal is an undergraduate course offered by: 

1. Tribhuvan University
2. Kathmandu University
3. Pokhara University 
4. Purbanchal University

This course is generally 4 years/8 semester-long, other than Bachelor of Architecture, which is five years/ 10 semesters long. More than 50 colleges offer bachelor's degrees in Engineering in Nepal under the four leading universities. 

The bachelor's degree from Nepal is recognized throughout the world. Additionally, this degree helps students to make careers in different fields and industries such as hydropower, IT Companies, Data Companies, Telecommunication, Automobile companies and so on.

Engineering is one of the most respected professions in Nepal, with job possibilities in both private and governmental sectors.   

So, if you want to know more about a bachelor of engineering in Nepal, which engineering is best for Nepal and how to become an engineer in Nepal, follow this blog till the end. 

Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal: Eligibility Criteria

No matter which board or university, applicants must fulfil these requirements to study Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal. 

• Applicants need to pass an intermediate level or class 12 (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) with atleast 50%. 
• Applicants must fulfil other criteria, Like passing the entrance examinations conducted by different universities. 

Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal: Kathmandu University

Admission to KU, School of Engineering

Almost every undergraduate engineering programs at KU have a fall intake. This means the admission takes place from July to September. 

The admission process for a bachelor of engineering at Kathmandu University has the following steps. 

• Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)
• Group Discussion
• Personal Interview

Engineering aspirants must appear at Kathmandu University Common Admission Test (KUCAT) and prove their eligibility. To apply for the entrance test, applicants need to

• Visit any branch of Nepal Investment Bank Ltd. and deposit NRs. 1500/- in the following details
  Account Name: Kathmandu University
  Account Number: 00501030250009
  Branch: Banepa
• The applicant’s name needs to be indicated in the voucher.
• Take a clear picture of the voucher and upload it to the application form
• Alternatively, eSewa and Khalti can also be used to pay the application fee. 

Click here for more information on how to apply for BE at KU. 

Bachelor of Engineering Programs offered by KU

1. BE in Geomatics Engineering
2. BE in Computer Engineering
3. BE in Civil Engineering
4. Bachelor of Architecture 
5. Bachelor of Chemical Engineering 
6. Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
7. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering fees in KU

This is the tuition fee for the bachelor of KU engineering programs published by KU. These fees structure are. 

Source: KU Tuition fee structure

 Note that all the above engineering programs are four years long except for Architecture which is five years long. 

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Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal: Tribhuvan University

Bachelor of Engineering Admission Process on TU

TU, Department of Engineering/ Institute of Engineering conducts the IOE Entrance examination each year. Only after passing this entrance examination are students eligible for admission to the undergraduate engineering programs at TU Colleges. 

IOE Entrance Examination

Each year, more than 10,000 students appear in this entrance examination. 

Interested applicants can complete and submit the online application form to appear at the entrance. 

The application process for the IOE Entrance examination are: 

1. The candidate should deposit an amount of Rs 2,000 as an application fee for the entrance examination in Account No. 00915056064 of the Siddhartha Bank Limited by submitting a specially prepared voucher, often by filling in the applicant's name and date of birth. Voucher No. Indicated in the voucher needs to be specified in the online application form.
2. The candidate must select the appropriate entrance stream.
3. The candidate should fill in the other required fields in the form without skipping any steps.
4. The candidate must also upload his/her colour photograph of the prescribed specification and one of the following identification documents: A citizenship certificate, passport, or Last Academic Exam Admit Card. 

Students are advised to fill out the form carefully so that no errors are present during submission. In case of errors, applicants must change the submitted information and pay an extra charge. 

After completing and submitting the application form, applicants must download and print the coloured admit card. Entrance takers must bring the admit card and an identification document to the entrance examination.  

Applicants cannot appear on the IOE Entrance examination if they don’t present the colour printed admit card and original ID Document. 

Selection Process

IOE Entrance examination board will publish the list of past students who have secured at least 40% in the entrance examination shortly after the examination. Depending upon this list, students are selected. 

The admission process to TU Colleges

• The successful candidate should pay the required fee and complete the procedures within the time prescribed by the Admission Committee of the Campuses.
• Candidates failing to do so will lose the opportunity to get admission. The following documents should be presented at the time of admission:
•  Original and attested copies of transcripts of all academic records from SLC onwards to the latest approved degree.
• Original copies of migration and provisional certificates, if applicable.
• Original copy of Nepali citizenship certificate or passport for foreign students
•  In case of discrepancy in the verification of the original certificates or the inclusion of the candidate's name in the admission list by mistake, admission of such a candidate will be cancelled even after his /her formal admission.

Bachelor of Engineering programs offered by TU

Constituent/ Government Engineering Colleges 

• Pulchowk Campus
• Purwanchal Campus/ Eastern Region Campus (ERC)
• Pashimanchal Campus/ Western Region Campus (WRC)
• Thapathali Campus
• Chitwan Engineering Campus

Private Engineering Colleges affiliated with TU

• Advanced College of Engineering and Management
• Himalaya College of Engineering
• Janakpur Engineering College
• Kantipur Engineering College
• Kathford International College
• Kathmandu Engineering College
• Khwopa Engineering College
• Lalitpur Engineering College
• National College of Engineering
• Sagarmatha Engineering College

Bachelor of Engineering fee Structure of TU

Scholarships offered by TU

TU offers generous scholarships to deserving students based on the IOE Entrance examination result.

1. Pulchowk Campus offers scholarships to 50% of the students for each bachelor of engineering program. For instance, out of 48 students in the Bachelor of computer engineering, 24 are regular students who get scholarships, and 24 are full-fee students. 
2. For other constituent campuses of TU- ERC, WRC etc.- 25% of students from each engineering program at the bachelor's level get a tuition fee waiver. These students who get scholarships are called regular students. 
3. Private engineering Colleges have their provisions for scholarships. Generally, they offer the top 5 students (based on the entrance examination) for each class get full tuition fee waiver, and the following top 5 students get a partial waiver. In addition, the private college also offers full or partial tuition fees waiver to the top achievers in the semester exam of Engineering. 

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Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal: Purbanchal University

Bachelor of Engineering Programs offered by Purbachal University 

• Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
• Bachelor of Civil Engineering
• Bachelor of Computer Engineering
• Bachelor in Architecture (B. Arch)

Colleges affiliated with Purbanchal University offering BE

Bachelor of Engineering Program fee structure in PU-affiliated college

Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal: Pokhara University

Bachelor of Engineering Programs offered by Pokhara University 

• Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology
• Bachelor of Architecture
• Bachelor of Civil Engineering
• Bachelor of Software Engineering
• Bachelor of Computer Engineering
• Bachelor of Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Bachelor of Civil & Rural Engineering
• Bachelor of Civil Engineering for Diploma Holders
• Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Colleges affiliated with Pokhara University offering BE

The tuition fees for private engineering colleges affiliated with Pokhara University range from NPR 4 Lakhs to NPR 8 Lakhs for the entire course.   

Scope of Bachelor of Engineering in Nepal

Depending upon the department, electives and specializations, the graduates can find job opportunities in the private and public sectors. 

Engineers can get working opportunities in IT Companies, health care sectors, educational sectors, manufacturing companies, Automobile Industries, Food companies, Transportation, Hydropower projects, consultancies, data companies, Roads and Construction, Networking companies, website designing, robotics etc.