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In Nepal, each separate university conducts a separate entrance exam for engineering.

The most popular engineering entrance exams among those are the exams conducted by Kathmandu University (KU) and Tribhuvan University (TU).

The entrance exam conducted by the School of Engineering (SoE) of KU is called the Kathmandu University Common Admission Test (KUCAT).

KUCAT for students aiming for engineering programs evaluates students’ ability in three subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

KUCAT-PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) is compulsory for the following courses offered by KU:

1. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Communication)
2. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Power and Control)
3. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering (Automobile)
4. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering (Design and Manufacturing)
5. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering (Hydropower)
6. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Civil Engineering (Specialization in Hydropower)
7. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Chemical Engineering
8. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Engineering
9. Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Geomatics Engineering

(And other subjects that do not necessarily come under the field of Engineering.)

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Eligibility

• Completed 10+2 (NEB) or equivalent
• Must have achieved:
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0 or 50% aggregate marks
• Students who come from KU-recognized equivalents should match the following criteria:
  • A-level: Minimum of 3 A-level subjects, along with 1 AS-level in PCM, PCB, PMCs
    • Minimum of 50% aggregate or Grade D
  • IB Diploma: At least 6 subjects in PCM, PCB, or PMCs, with a minimum of Grade 3 or above in each subject
  • CTEVT Diploma (3 years): Requires related programs and should meet the equivalent percentage
  • Foreign Board: Should have certification of equivalence presented to KU at admission

(Note: Students must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in both Grade XI and XII. If you are from a biology background, you must have completed Additional Mathematics to be eligible to give KUCAT-PCM.)

KUCAT-PCM Exam Structure

A total of 120 computer-based objective questions are divided across three subjects:

Questions are categorized into five difficulty levels:

Level 1= 11 points

Level 2= 13 points

Level 3= 15 points

Level 4= 17 points

Level 5= 19 points

(Level 1 being the easiest and 5 being the most difficult)

The Candidates are required to score a minimum of 528 out of 2220 to pass the KUCAT-CBT programs.

(Note: The candidate will be able to view their KUCAT-CBT scores at the end of their tests.)

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Syllabus Overview

Each of the subjects involves 40 different subtopics:

           1. Physics covers topics of:

• Mechanics (Physical Quantity, Dynamics, Structure and Properties of Matter, Elasticity, Surface tension, etc.)
• Heat and thermodynamics (Heat and temperature, Basic assumption of Kinetic theory of gases, etc.)
• Optics (Reflection, Refraction, Speed of light, Photometry, etc.)
• Waves (Wave motion, Sound, Electromagnetic waves, Charge flow, Effect of Current, Capacitors, etc.)
• Magnetic Field and Current (Magnetic field, Force on Conductor, Magnetic Materials, Alternating current, etc.)
• Modern Physics (Electrons, Photons, Atoms, Radioactivity, etc.)

           2. Chemistry covers topics of:

• General and Physical Chemistry (States of Matter, Language of Chemistry, Laws of Stoichiometry, Electrochemistry, Avogadro’s Hypothesis and its importance,  Chemical Thermodynamics, etc.)
• Inorganic Chemistry (Hydrogen, Carbon, Introduction to Metals, Hydrocarbons, Carbohydrates, etc.)
  
  3.Mathematics covers topics like probability, functions and graphs, Quadratic Equations, Binomial Theorem, Determinants, matrices, Relations, Functions, etc. 

Duration: 2 hours

Applications and Registration

To register, students can check the official website of KU or directly register through the application portal:

https://apply.ku.edu.np/cbt/

You will be required to create an account with your name, email, and password, then confirm it via the emailed link and code.

Students are required to submit/upload the following documents, along with the registration fee of NPR 2000 (non-refundable):

• Passport-size photo
• Valid ID (citizenship, passport, driving license, NEB admit card, etc.)
• 10+2 mark sheet/transcript
• Additional Mathematics Marksheet (if from PCB, needing to meet PCM criteria)
• Payment proof

Payment Methods

• Nepalese applicants can pay the registration fee via eSewa or Khalti, while
• International applicants can pay via bank transfer
• Upload the scanned payment voucher or proof of payment into the form

Admit card details and Examination Center

• After submitting your application with personal information, documents, and payment proof, you will be able to download your admit card, which will be available in the KU application portal.

(Note: Colour-print the admit card)

• Kathmandu University offers the following four in-person computer-based test centers:
  • Dhulikhel
  • Lalitpur
  • Biratnagar
  • Butwal

Students can choose their center while filling out the application form.

(Note: No changes can be made after the application deadline passes.)

While KUCAT is the gateway for engineering programs offered by Kathmandu University (KU), the engineering entrance exam conducted by the Institute of Engineering of TU is also considered to be another major engineering entrance exam in Nepal.

The Institute of Engineering (IOE) Entrance Exam is equally important for students who aim to join Tribhuvan University, renowned for its constituent and affiliated engineering colleges across the country.

The IOE exam is conducted by TU to admit students into the following programs:

1.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Civil Engineering

2.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Engineering

3.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electronics, Communication, and Information Engineering

4.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering

5.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Geomatics Engineering

6.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Agricultural Engineering

7.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Industrial Engineering

8.       Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Automobile Engineering

(And other subjects that do not necessarily come under the field of Engineering)

Eligibility

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IOE Examination Structure

A total of 100 computer-based objective questions are divided into 4 parts:

(Note: There is a 10% negative marking for each wrong answer.)

Duration: 2 hours

Application and Registration

• To register, students can visit the official website of KU or directly go to the registration portal at:

http://entrance.ioe.edu.np

• Students are required to submit/upload the following documents, along with the registration fee of NPR 2000 (non-refundable):
  • Passport-size Photo
  • Scanned Signature
  • Class 12 mark sheet/transcript
  • SEE/SLC mark sheet
  • Payment voucher/ bank receipt/payment proof
  • Additional Math proof (If from PCB background)

Admit Card details and Examination centers

After your application gets verified, your admit card and examination center details will be available on the same website.

Examination centers are assigned either based on the preferred center (available when filling out the application) or based on your college choice.

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A few tips for Engineering Entrance Exam Preparation

Whether you’re planning to join KU, TU, or any other university to expand your academic journey in Engineering, the goal is to secure a good rank.

Here are some tips for students that can help them perform better:

1. Know your syllabus: 

Since entrance exams in Nepal give their main focus to the syllabus of Physics, Chemistry, and Math taught during the (+2), 90% of the questions in the Engineering entrance exam will be from topics that you’ve already studied.

2. Strengthen your knowledge:

You can dive into the depths of topics to refine your information.

For example, when studying formulas, try practicing derivation-based questions to understand the concepts better.

3. Practice past questions:

Do not just practice your 10+2 syllabus, but also practice previous entrance exam papers to familiarize yourself with the structure of the examination.

Give more focus on the frequently repeated questions since they have a high chance of being repeated.

4. Work on accuracy and time management:

Stimulate a real exam setting by sitting for 2 hours with no distractions, and also practice marking yourself.

Do not waste your time on difficult questions; rather, solve easier questions to save more time for questions that take much time to solve.

5. Re-read: 

Read the questions properly to solve the questions accurately. 

Also, re-check all your answers before submitting the paper to avoid mistakes

Re-read the question multiple times if you do not understand.

Engineering can be both challenging and fun for students who want to continue their higher studies in the related field.

Finding the right college and institution can make it so much more fun and compelling.

However, Engineering is not the only option for students who want a strong career path and love learning practical skills.

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Aarambha College offers students programs like Bachelor of Information Management (BIM) and Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) which offer greater opportunities for students who want to connect with technology, business, and real-world exposure, which provide them with diverse career options in Nepal and abroad.

Unlike Engineering, Bachelor of Information Management (BIM) lets students gain insights into IT and Management, having them deal with technology-driven experiences for skills that are in demand in various industries.

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