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Study tips, exam preparation strategies, and editorial reading lists designed to empower students and readers in Nepal.
How to Apply for Smart Driving License Online in Nepal (Step-by-Step DoTM Guide)
Nepal's driving licence application moved to the province-run EDLVRS portals in Shrawan 2083. The current process end to end: all seven portal addresses, National ID verification, booking a date, the likhit paper, the 70 point trial, province-wise fees, and how long the smart card really takes.
How to Apply for TU Transcript, Provisional, and Migration Certificates (Balkhu Process)
Transcript, provisional certificate and migration certificate from the TU Office of the Controller of Examinations at Balkhu: which document you actually need, the documents and fees for each, the online portal route, the counter and room numbers in person, processing times, and the mistakes that get applications sent back.
How to Check SEE Result with Marksheet via Online, SMS, and IVR
Every working way to check the SEE result with your marksheet, ranked for result day traffic: SMS to 1600, the IVR line, the USSD menu, the official portals and the wallet apps, plus how to read the grade sheet, what to do when your details are rejected, and how re-totalling and the grade increment exam work.
Best Bookshop in Nepal: Top Bookstores in Kathmandu (2026 Guide)
The best bookshops in Nepal, compared: Scolar for nationwide delivery and exam prep, Books Mandala for range, Pilgrims and Biblio in Thamel, Mandala Book Point for academics, Pairavi for Loksewa, Ekta, Vajra and Ratna Pustak Bhandar.
SEE 2082 Science & Compulsory Maths Masterclass: Chapter Weights, High-Yield Formulas & Exam Hall Hacks
A step-by-step preparation blueprint for Grade 10 students appearing for SEE 2082 board exams in Nepal, covering mark distributions, numerical strategies, and mistake logs.
Tribhuvan University Student Portal: How to Apply for Transcript, Retotaling and Exam Forms Online
TU has moved registration, transcripts, retotaling, exam forms and convocation onto one online portal. A step by step guide, including the 15 day retotaling deadline students keep missing.
Loksewa Kharidar & Nayab Subba 2082: Complete First-Attempt Guide for Civil Service Aspirants
Essential preparation tactics, recommended reference books, IQ solving techniques, and GK strategies for clearing Public Service Commission (Loksewa Aayog) exams in Nepal.
SEE Result 2082: Pass Rate Rises to 65.98 Percent, and What Your GPA Lets You Study Next
The National Examination Board published the SEE 2082 results on 11 May 2026 with a 65.98 percent pass rate. A plain reading of the numbers, what each GPA band opens up, and the grade increment exam explained.
Top 10 Masterpieces of Nepali Literature Every Reader Should Experience
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Bridge Courses and Entrance Classes Are Banned in Nepal: What SEE Graduates Should Do Now
The Ministry of Education has ordered institutions to stop running bridge courses and entrance preparation classes. Here is what the notice says, why its scope was disputed, and how to prepare for Grade 11 without paying for coaching.
Scolar Journal: Nepal’s education news and blog hub
Scolar Journal is Nepal’s dedicated education news and blog, the place students, parents and teachers check for exam results, vacancy and admission notices, events, scholarships and study tips across every programme. From SEE and NEB to Loksewa, TSC, university exams and entrance tests like IOE, CMAT and CEE, the Journal explains what changed, links to the official source, and connects each update to the right Scolar guide, book or course. Every article is free to read, and the Scolar app sends instant alerts so you never miss a result or a deadline.
Daily
New education updates
All
Major programmes covered
Free
News alerts on the app
Nepal
Focused local coverage
What you will find on Scolar Journal
Education news by programme
The Journal covers notices and results for every stage of study. Each row links to the matching Scolar resource so you can move from the news straight to the official guide or preparation page:
| Programme | What we cover | Go to |
|---|---|---|
| School (SEE / Class 10) | Exam routine, results, scholarships, study tips and parent guidance. | Resource |
| +2 / NEB (Class 11-12) | NEB exam routine, practicals, results and rechecking news. | Resource |
| Loksewa (PSC) | Vacancy notices, syllabus, admit card and result updates. | Resource |
| TSC (Teacher Service) | License exam, vacancy and result announcements. | Resource |
| Entrance (IOE / CEE / CMAT) | Application forms, admit card, answer keys and results. | Resource |
| University (TU, KU, PU) | Exam routine, results, recheck and notice board. | Resource |
| Banking & Government Jobs | Vacancy, written exam and result news. | Resource |
| Scholarships & Abroad Study | Deadlines, eligibility and application notices. | Resource |
Why Scolar Journal is Nepal’s go-to education blog
- Every programme in one place: SEE, NEB, Loksewa, TSC, IOE, CMAT, CEE, TU, KU, PU, banking and school-level news.
- Always linked to the source: each update points to the official portal and to Scolar’s step-by-step result, syllabus or preparation guides.
- Built for action: news connects to the books, stationery, courses and admit-card steps you actually need next.
- Free and local: written for Nepali students, in plain language, and free to read for everyone.
- Never miss a deadline: the Scolar app pushes free alerts for results, vacancies and notices.
How to stay updated
Education news moves fast around exam seasons and admission windows. The easiest way to keep up is the Scolar mobile app for Android and iOS, which sends free alerts the moment a result, vacancy or notice is published. You can also bookmark the Journal and browse by category using the chips above. The app shares the same account as the website, so your reading list and alerts follow you everywhere. Open Scolar to get the app.
More study resources on Scolar
Scolar Journal points to the rest of the Scolar ecosystem so news turns into action:
Results in Nepal
Step-by-step guides for SEE, NEB, TU, Loksewa and more.
Loksewa Exam Preparation
PSC vacancy, syllabus, GK & IQ and result guides.
Syllabus Nepal
Official curricula for every grade and programme.
Online Courses
Skill and exam-prep courses for Nepali students.
Academic Books
Textbooks and guides for school, +2 and university.
Stationery in Nepal
Notebooks, pens, calculators, art and school kits.
Jobs in Nepal
Government and private vacancy notices.
Institutions
Colleges, universities and schools directory.
Publishers
Nepal's book publishers and their titles.
Ebooks & Audiobooks
Read and listen to books digitally.
Understanding education in Nepal: the complete guide for students and parents
Nepal’s education system is a long ladder that starts in community and institutional schools and climbs through the National Examination Board to universities, technical institutes and some of South Asia’s most competitive public-service exams. For a student in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Biratnagar, Butwal or a remote rural municipality, the same milestones apply: do well in the SEE, choose a +2 stream, sit the right entrance exam, and then decide between a bachelor’s degree, a technical diploma, a government job or studying abroad. Scolar Journal exists to explain every one of those steps in plain Nepali-English, link to the official source, and connect you to the books, syllabus, courses and result guides you need next.
Education in Nepal is governed by the federal Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, with schools run by local governments and communities, the NEB overseeing school-leaving exams, and universities chartered under their own acts. Below is the fuller picture — the structure, the numbers, the exams, the streams, and where each path leads — written so a single page answers the questions students actually type into search.
≈ 77%
Adult (15+) literacy rate, up sharply from past decades
7M+
Children and youth in basic and secondary school education
35,000+
Schools across Nepal (community and institutional)
500,000+
Students who sit the SEE (Class 10) exam each year
11
Universities in the Nepalese university system
1959
Tribhuvan University, the oldest university, established
Free
Basic education is free and compulsory up to Grade 8
Year-round
Entrance, vacancy and result cycles keep running
How schooling is structured in Nepal
The school cycle is split into basic education (Grades 1–8), secondary education (Grades 9–10) and +2 higher secondary (Grades 11–12). The national school-leaving exam, the SEE, is the pivot: its grades decide which +2 stream and college a student can enter. After +2, universities and technical councils take over. The table below maps each level to the authority that runs it and the exam that matters:
| Level | Board / authority | Key exam | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic education (Grades 1–8) | Community and institutional schools | Continuous school assessment — no nationwide board exam | Secondary (Grades 9–10) |
| Secondary (Grades 9–10) | National Examination Board (NEB) | SEE — Secondary Education Examination | +2 / Higher Secondary |
| +2 / Higher Secondary (Grades 11–12) | National Examination Board (NEB) | Grade 11 and Grade 12 NEB board exams | Bachelor’s degree |
| Bachelor’s (Bachelor) | TU, KU, PU, PoU and foreign-affiliated campuses | University exams and/or entrance tests | Master’s degree |
| Master’s / MPhil / PhD | Universities and research institutes | University exams, thesis and viva | Employment or research |
| Technical & Vocational (CTEVT) | Council for Technical Education (CTEVT) | Diploma / JTA entrance and exams | Jobs or bridge to bachelor’s |
The key exams and who runs them
Almost every stage of Nepali education ends in an exam run by a specific body. Knowing which organisation publishes the form, the admit card, the answer key and the result saves students from missing a deadline. Scolar Journal follows each of these cycles and links to the official portal:
| Exam | For | Conducted by | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEE | Class 10 leavers | National Examination Board (NEB) | Annual, usually March–April |
| NEB Grade 11 & 12 | +2 students | National Examination Board (NEB) | Annual theory + practicals |
| IOE Entrance | Engineering (BE / BArch) | Tribhuvan University, IOE | After +2 results |
| CEE (MBBS / BDS) | Medical and dental | Medical Education Commission | Once a year after +2 |
| CMAT | Management (BBA etc.) | Tribhuvan University, FoM | After +2 results |
| Loksewa | Civil-service jobs | Public Service Commission (PSC) | Rolling vacancy cycles |
| TSC Licence | Teaching career | Teacher Service Commission | Periodic, by level |
| IELTS / TOEFL | Abroad study | British Council / IDP (IELTS) | Year-round test dates |
Choosing a stream after +2
The single biggest decision after the NEB Grade 11/12 result is the stream. It sets which entrance exams a student is eligible for and, indirectly, which careers stay open. The tiles below summarise the main +2 streams and where each one leads:
Science
Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Maths; leads to engineering, medical, BSc, pharmacy and agriculture through entrance exams like IOE and CEE.
Management
Accounts, economics and business; routes to BBA, BBM and CA, with CMAT for many management degrees.
Humanities
Social sciences, languages, mass communication and law; a broad base for civil services and media careers.
Education
Teaching pathways that pair with the TSC licence for government and community-school jobs.
Technical / IT
CTEVT diplomas, engineering and computer streams; job-ready skills and bridge routes to degrees.
Abroad / A-levels
IELTS, SAT and foundation years; Scolar’s study-abroad hub compares destinations, costs and visas.
SEE: the school-leaving gate
The Secondary Education Examination (SEE) is sat by more than half a million Class 10 students every year and is the most-searched education event in Nepal. Grades decide entrance to +2 science, management, humanities or education streams, and to scholarship seats in better-resourced colleges. Scolar’s SEE result guide walks through the symbol-number check, rechecking and grading, while the syllabus hub lists the curricula behind the papers.
Entrance exams after +2
After NEB results, competitive entrance exams sort students into limited seats. Engineering aspirants sit the IOE entrance for Tribhuvan University’s engineering campuses; medical aspirants sit the CEE for MBBS and BDS; management students sit CMAT for BBA and related degrees; nursing and other health sciences have their own tests. Each has its own application window, admit card, answer key and result date — all tracked on Scolar’s IOE entrance result page and the wider Results in Nepal hub.
Loksewa and government jobs
For many Nepali graduates, a civil-service job through the Public Service Commission (Loksewa) is the most sought-after outcome. Vacancies are published by level — gazetted, non-gazetted and technical — with syllabi that blend general knowledge, IQ and the subject paper. Scolar’s Loksewa section covers vacancy notices, syllabus changes, admit cards and results, and the Jobs in Nepal board lists banking and private vacancies too.
Teaching with the TSC licence
Anyone who wants to teach in Nepal’s community and many institutional schools needs a teaching licence from the Teacher Service Commission (TSC). The TSC publishes periodic vacancy, licence and result notices; Scolar’s TSC result page follows each round so candidates never miss an application window.
Studying abroad from Nepal
A growing share of +2 and bachelor’s graduates look overseas. The usual path is an English test (IELTS or TOEFL), academic transcripts, proof of funds for the visa, and an application to Australia, the UK, the USA, Canada, Japan, Germany, India or elsewhere. Scolar’s study-abroad hub compares destinations by cost, intake, visa outcome and the test each asks for, and the online courses library builds the skills employers and universities want.
“My daughter’s SEE grades were average, so we didn’t know if science was realistic. The Journal’s stream explainer showed management was the safer bet, the syllabus page showed the exact subjects, and the books section had the +2 set in stock. One hub, start to finish.”
Illustrative example from a parent using Scolar in Nepal.
Jump to the right Scolar guide
Every explainer above links to a Scolar surface you can act on today:
Results in Nepal
Step-by-step guides for SEE, NEB, TU, Loksewa and more.
Loksewa Exam Preparation
PSC vacancy, syllabus, GK & IQ and result guides.
Syllabus Nepal
Official curricula for every grade and programme.
Online Courses
Skill and exam-prep courses for Nepali students.
Academic Books
Textbooks and guides for school, +2 and university.
Stationery in Nepal
Notebooks, pens, calculators, art and school kits.
Jobs in Nepal
Government and private vacancy notices.
Institutions
Colleges, universities and schools directory.
Publishers
Nepal's book publishers and their titles.
Ebooks & Audiobooks
Read and listen to books digitally.
“During SEE result week I got the alert on the Scolar app before my friends saw it on Facebook. The Journal’s guide walked me through the symbol-number check in two minutes, then linked the books I needed for +2. That is why I keep it installed.”
Illustrative example from a Scolar app user in Nepal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best education news site in Nepal?
Scolar Journal is Nepal's dedicated education news and blog hub, covering exam results, vacancy notices, events, admissions, scholarships and study tips for every level from SEE to university and Loksewa.
Where can I get SEE and NEB result news in Nepal?
Scolar Journal publishes SEE and NEB (Class 11-12) result news, routine updates and rechecking notices, and links to the official portals and step-by-step result guides on Scolar.
Does Scolar cover Loksewa vacancy and result news?
Yes. The Journal covers Public Service Commission (Loksewa) vacancy notices, syllabus changes, admit card releases and result updates, alongside dedicated Loksewa preparation resources.
Where can I find scholarship notices in Nepal?
Scholarship and abroad-study notices, deadlines and eligibility are published on Scolar Journal and linked from the scholarships section, including government and university schemes.
How often is Scolar Journal updated?
The Journal is updated regularly with new education news, notices and study guides, especially around exam seasons, result publications and admission windows.
How do I get education notices and vacancy alerts?
Enable news alerts on the Scolar mobile app or follow the Journal. The app sends free alerts for results, vacancies and important notices so you never miss a deadline.
Does Scolar have a mobile app for education news?
Yes. The Scolar app for Android and iOS delivers free education news and exam-result alerts, and also lets you shop books and stationery.
Where can I find entrance exam news like IOE, CMAT and CEE?
Scolar Journal covers engineering (IOE), management (CMAT) and medical (CEE) entrance application dates, admit cards, answer keys and results, with links to the official portals.
Can I find TU and university exam routine news?
Yes. The Journal tracks Tribhuvan, Kathmandu and Purbanchal university exam routines, results and rechecking notices, and links to the relevant result guides.
Is Scolar Journal free to read?
Yes. All articles, news and study guides on Scolar Journal are free to read. Book and stationery purchases are separate and optional.
Does Scolar cover school and college events?
The Journal covers education events such as science fairs, webinars, admission open days and scholarship fairs relevant to Nepali students.
Can I get my event or notice listed on Scolar Journal?
Education institutions and organizers can reach out to Scolar to feature verified notices and events; relevant, factual education news is considered for publication.
How is the education system structured in Nepal?
Nepal follows basic education (Grades 1–8), secondary education (Grades 9–10 ending in the SEE), +2 higher secondary (Grades 11–12 under the NEB), then bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral study. Technical and vocational education runs in parallel through CTEVT.
What is SEE and who conducts it?
SEE (Secondary Education Examination) is the national Class 10 board exam conducted by the National Examination Board (NEB). It is the main school-leaving exam and the gateway to +2 / higher secondary education in Nepal.
Which entrance exams are required after +2 in Nepal?
It depends on the stream. Engineering needs the IOE entrance, medical needs the CEE (MBBS/BDS), management needs CMAT for many BBA programmes, and nursing and other fields have their own entrance tests. Scolar tracks each exam’s form, admit card, answer key and result.
What universities are there in Nepal?
The Nepalese university system includes Tribhuvan University (the oldest, established in 1959), Kathmandu University, Pokhara University, Purbanchal University, the Agriculture and Forestry University and others, plus many foreign-affiliated campuses.
How do I apply for Loksewa in Nepal?
Loksewa (civil service) recruitment is run by the Public Service Commission (PSC). Vacancies, syllabi, admit cards and results are published on the PSC portal; Scolar Journal covers each cycle and links to preparation resources.
Is basic education free in Nepal?
Basic education is free and compulsory up to Grade 8 in community schools, and the government runs scholarship and free-textbook programmes. Higher levels involve fees, though scholarships and education loans are available.
How can I study abroad from Nepal?
Most students take IELTS or TOEFL, prepare academic transcripts (NEB / CGPA), prove show-money for the visa, and apply to destinations such as Australia, the UK, the USA, Canada, Japan, Germany and India. Scolar’s study-abroad hub compares costs, intakes and visas.
What is the TSC teacher licence exam?
The Teacher Service Commission (TSC) conducts a teaching licence exam for anyone who wants to teach in community and many institutional schools. Scolar covers TSC vacancy, licence and result news as it is published.
What is CTEVT and who is it for?
CTEVT (Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training) runs diploma, JTA and certificate-level technical programmes in engineering, agriculture, health and hospitality — a job-ready route that can also bridge into bachelor’s degrees.
Where can I check TU, KU and PU exam results?
Tribhuvan, Kathmandu and Purbanchal universities publish exam routines, results and rechecking notices on their own portals. Scolar Journal tracks these and links to step-by-step result guides.