Budhanilkantha School is one of the most prestigious national residential schools in Nepal, situated in Narayanthan, Budhanilkantha, Kathmandu, in the vicinity of the Shivapuri Hills. It was founded in 1972 by the joint efforts of the Government of Nepal and the Government of the United Kingdom to impart high-standard education to the most promising students in Nepal.

In 1973, the teaching activities began, and gradually, this educational center emerged as one of the most prestigious academic centers in Nepal. Initially, this educational center was only for boys, but in 1991, it was transformed into a co-educational center, and since 1994, it has been managed by the Government of Nepal.

Budhanilkantha School is a residential national school, and it is attracting students from all 77 districts in Nepal, providing both national and international curricula in a disciplined atmosphere.

Academic Programs

Budhanilkantha School offers academic programs from Grade 5 to Grade 12. However, at the higher secondary level, the school mainly offers the following academic programs:

+2 Science (NEB)
Ten Plus Two Science is a program affiliated with the National Examination Board. This program is offered for two years, for Grades 11 and 12. This program is designed to lead students to higher studies in the fields of medicine, engineering, information technology, and scientific research.

Core Subjects:

English
Nepali
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry

Optional Subjects:

Biology
or
Computer Science

At the end of Grade 12, students have to complete the board exam of the National Examination Board.

GCE A-Level Programs:

Budhanilkantha School is also affiliated with the Cambridge Assessment International Education Board. This board is based on the international curriculum. Students can choose the following combinations:

Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Physics, chemistry, and Computer Science
Economics, Business, Accounting
Mathematics and Further Mathematics

Admission Process for +2 Science

Admission to Grade 11 is competitive and based on entrance examination performance.

Eligibility

Students must have passed the SEE or an equivalent examination.
Applicants should have strong academic results, especially in English, Mathematics, and Science subjects.

Application Procedure

Download or obtain the application form from the school website.
Fill in personal and academic information correctly.
Submit the form with the required documents, such as SEE mark sheets.
Pay the entrance examination fee (around NPR 1,000).
Appear for the entrance examination conducted at the school.

Only a limited number of seats are available each year for the +2 Science program.

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Scholarships

Scholarships at Budhanilkantha School are offered mainly to talented students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds across Nepal. The majority of the students receiving scholarships through competitive entrance examinations are from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Scholarships at the +2 level are offered based on academic merit and performance in the entrance examinations.

Budhanilkantha School is known to be one of the best educational institutions in Nepal, and its residential facilities, academic atmosphere, and renowned academic programs are contributing significantly towards the development of highly capable students for higher studies and professional pursuits at home and abroad.