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Academic textbooks in Nepal span every stage of formal education, from Class 1 workbooks to PhD references, and are published against a handful of governing boards: the CDC and NEB for school and +2, the universities (Tribhuvan, Kathmandu, Purbanchal and others) for bachelor and master levels, the Public Service Commission for Loksewa, and the Teacher Service Commission for educators. This report maps that landscape: the boards that set syllabi, the levels and programmes students move through, the formats a textbook takes, how to choose the right edition, and how Scolar delivers genuine, syllabus-aligned books to all 77 districts.
All boards
NEB, TU, KU, PU, CDC, PSC
SEE to PhD
Every level in one place
77
Districts delivered
100%
Genuine publisher editions
Who sets the syllabus in Nepal
Every academic book in Nepal is written to a syllabus set by a board or university. The main authorities are the Curriculum Development Centre (CDC) for basic school levels, the National Examination Board (NEB) for Grade 11 and 12, Tribhuvan University (TU) and Kathmandu University (KU) for higher education, the Public Service Commission (PSC) for Loksewa, and the Teacher Service Commission (TSC) for teaching licenses. Scolar tracks each board’s revisions and updates the catalogue so the edition you buy matches the current curriculum.
Levels, programmes and the books they need
The table below maps each stage of study to the boards that govern it and the kinds of books students typically need, with a link to the matching Scolar resource:
| Level / Programme | Governing board | Books typically needed | Go to |
|---|---|---|---|
| School (Class 1-10 / SEE) | CDC, NEB | Subject textbooks, workbooks and guides in Nepali and English medium. | Resource |
| +2 / NEB (Class 11-12) | NEB | Faculty textbooks (Science, Management, Humanities), practical manuals and model questions. | Resource |
| Bachelor (TU, KU, PU) | TU, KU, PU, Purbanchal | Semester textbooks, reference books, solved papers and question banks. | Resource |
| Engineering (IOE) | TU IOE | Engineering textbooks, entrance prep and previous year papers. | Resource |
| Medical (CEE / IOM) | TU IOM, KU | MBBS/BDS textbooks, entrance guides and clinical references. | Resource |
| Management (CMAT / BBA) | TU, KU, PU | BBA/BCA textbooks, case books and aptitude guides. | Resource |
| Loksewa / PSC | Public Service Commission | GK, IQ, syllabus books and previous year papers. | Resource |
| TSC (Teachers) | Teacher Service Commission | Pedagogy, methods and license preparation books. | Resource |
Formats an academic book takes
"Textbook" is an umbrella. A complete academic kit for a subject usually mixes several of these formats, which is why Scolar stocks them side by side rather than only the prescribed core:
| Format | What it is for |
|---|---|
| Core textbooks | Prescribed titles for each faculty, semester and subject. |
| Reference books | Deeper theory, standards and advanced reading. |
| Solved past papers | Previous year questions with model answers. |
| Practice workbooks | Exercise sets and self-assessment for school levels. |
| Practical manuals | Lab records and viva guides for science streams. |
| Guide and companion | Chapter summaries, tips and exam strategies. |
| Nepali and English medium | Both language editions as per curriculum. |
How to choose the right textbook
Start from three facts: your board, your grade or semester, and your subject. Match those to the prescribed title and its latest edition, then add solved past papers and a companion guide for practice. Scolar’s syllabus hub and course pages list the recommended books for most programmes, and every product page shows the board and edition so you do not buy the wrong print.
Availability and nationwide delivery
- All 77 districts: Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Chitwan, Biratnagar, Butwal, Nepalgunj and remote districts, with cash on delivery.
- Payment: Cash on delivery (COD) plus eSewa and Khalti online payment.
- Speed: 1 to 3 working days inside the Valley, 3 to 7 working days to other districts.
- Genuine guarantee: every book is a 100% genuine publisher print, no pirated copies.
- Exchange: student-friendly 7-day book exchange if the edition is wrong or the book is damaged.
- App: the Scolar app for Android and iOS lets you reorder, track deliveries and get exam-result alerts.
Related study resources on Scolar
Textbooks are one part of study life. These Scolar pages connect the book you buy to the exam, syllabus or result it prepares you for:
Results in Nepal
Step-by-step guides for SEE, NEB, TU, Loksewa and more.
Loksewa Exam Preparation
PSC syllabus books, GK & IQ and result guides.
Syllabus Nepal
Official curricula for every grade and programme.
Online Courses
Skill and exam-prep courses for Nepali students.
Stationery in Nepal
Notebooks, pens, calculators and school kits.
Scolar Journal
Education news, notices and study tips.
Academic Books
The full book catalogue.
Ebooks in Nepal
Buy and read digital books instantly.
“For my IOE preparation I needed the exact TU-prescribed engineering textbooks plus the previous year papers. Scolar had both in one order, the editions matched my semester, and they reached Kathmandu in two days. That saved me weeks of running between book shops in Ratna Park.”
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Frequently asked questions
What are academic textbooks?
Academic textbooks are the prescribed books for a course, subject or exam, published by authorized publishers and aligned to a board such as NEB, TU, KU, PU or CDC. They include core texts, reference books, solved papers and workbooks.
Which boards and universities do Scolar academic books cover?
Scolar stocks academic textbooks for every major Nepali board and university: CDC and NEB for school and +2, TU, Kathmandu University, Purbanchal University and other campuses for bachelor and master levels, plus PSC for Loksewa and TSC for teachers.
Do you have books for SEE and +2 (NEB) students?
Yes. The collection includes Class 1-2 and SEE textbooks, workbooks and guides in both Nepali and English medium, and NEB Class 11-12 faculty textbooks with practical manuals and model questions.
Are the academic books updated to the latest Nepali syllabus?
Yes. Scolar syncs the catalogue with the latest revised editions as soon as NEB, TU, KU, PU or CDC updates a curriculum, so students study from current, board-aligned books.
What formats of academic books are available?
You will find core textbooks, reference books, solved past papers, practice workbooks, practical manuals, guide companions, and both Nepali and English medium editions.
Do you sell solved past papers and model questions?
Yes. Previous year question banks with model answers and subject guides are a key part of the academic collection, useful for SEE, NEB, TU and entrance exams.
Can I get engineering (IOE) or medical (CEE) entrance books?
Yes. Scolar stocks engineering and medical entrance preparation books, previous year papers and subject references, plus guides linked from the IOE and CEE result pages.
Are these genuine publisher editions?
Every academic book on Scolar is a 100% genuine print sourced through authorized publishers and distributors, with no pirated or counterfeit copies.
How do I choose the right textbook for my subject?
Check your board and semester, then match the prescribed title and latest edition. Scolar’s syllabus hub and course pages list the recommended books for most programmes.
Do you deliver academic books across Nepal?
Yes. Academic books are delivered to all 77 districts with cash on delivery, eSewa and Khalti, typically 1 to 3 days in the Kathmandu Valley and 3 to 7 days elsewhere.
Can I return or exchange a book if it is the wrong edition?
Scolar offers a student-friendly 7-day exchange policy. If you receive the wrong edition or a damaged book, you can return or exchange it easily.
Is there a Scolar app to buy academic books?
Yes. The Scolar app for Android and iOS lets you browse academic books, reorder, track deliveries and get exam-result alerts.