Nepal Engineering College (NEC) is one of the early private engineering colleges set up in Nepal with the aim of imparting quality technical education to the Nepalese students since 1994. Established by a team of veteran academicians, professionals and industrialists, NEC was established to fulfill the huge demand of skilled engineering and technology professionals in the country.

NEC is a not-for-profit social academic institution, which has been playing a pivotal role in the development of engineering education in Nepal. The college is affiliated with Pokhara University and is known for its high-quality education, research-driven teaching and learning, and innovation.

The college is situated in Changunarayan, Bhaktapur with 210 ropanies of land in a peaceful environment near Manohara River with a close vicinity to UNESCO heritage site of Changunarayan Temple.

Vision

To develop into a center of higher learning that is a leader in the fields of education, research and community outreach.

Mission

To impart quality engineering/technical education.
To produce academically proficient and socially conscious professionals.
To promote research, innovation and hands-on learning
To encourage ethical values, leadership and professional excellence

Core Values

Commitment to academic excellence as evidenced by quality education, innovation and continuous improvement.
Emphasize more on creating technically competent and industry-ready professionals.
Promotion of research, creativity and innovative problem solving.
Promotion of ethics, integrity, responsibility and leadership.
Commitment to social responsibility and national development through education.

Academic Programs

Bachelor Level Programs

BE Civil Engineering
BE Computer Engineering
BE Electronics & Communication Engineering
BE Civil & Rural Engineering
BE Civil Engineering (Diploma holders)
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

Master’s Level Programs

MSc Construction Management (CM)
Natural Resources Management (NRM) is a MSc programme.
MSc Interdisciplinary Water Resources Management (IWRM)
MSc Transportation Engineering & Management (TEAM)

These postgraduate courses emphasize higher level technical expertise, research and professional specialisation.

Departments

Department of Architecture
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Civil & Rural Engineering
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
Department of Science and Humanities

Eligibility Criteria

For Bachelor’s Programs
Science +2 or equivalent qualification.
Should satisfy the entry requirements laid down by the university
There are specialized BE Civil courses for candidates with a diploma.

For Master’s Programs

Bachelor Degree in the relevant field of study
Must meet the university admission criteria.

Academic Approach

This involves learning through practical and research-based experiences.
Modern engineering curriculum, modern engineering laboratories
Industry-focused technical education
Field visits, project work and applied learning.
Emphasis on innovation and problem-solving skills

Career Opportunities

NEC graduates go on to work in:
Civil and infrastructure engineering
Software and IT industries
The electronic and communication industries
Architecture and urban planning.
The overall impact on transportation and water resource management.
Research, consultancy and education at a higher level

Fee Structure (Nepal Engineering College)

Nepal Engineering College fee structure varies depending on the program and level of study. The approximate fee ranges are as follows:

B.Architecture: NPR 8,00,000 – 12,00,000
BE Civil: NPR 6,50,000 – 9,50,000
BE Computer Engineering: NPR 6,50,000 – 9,50,000
BE Civil and Rural Engineering: NPR 5,00,000 – 9,50,000
BE Electrical & Electronics Engineering: NPR 5,00,000 – 9,50,000
BE Information & Communication Engineering: NPR 4,00,000 – 9,50,000
BE Civil (Diploma Holders): NPR 6,50,000 – 12,00,000

Overall

Nepal Engineering College is one of the most reputed engineering colleges in Nepal, providing quality education, modern amenities, and research-oriented education. NEC has been offering a variety of engineering and architecture courses and continues to nurture skilled hands for the technological and infrastructural development of Nepal.