If you are planning to step into a career in the Medical and paramedical fields in Nepal, as per Nepal education rule you have to pass the CEE Entrance Exam.
The CEE Entrance Exam is a highly competitive entrance exam for ring medical and paramedical students in Nepal. Passing and scoring a good score in this common entrance exam opens doors to various reputable colleges and universities for, pursuing specialized programs in medical and paramedical fields.Â
What is CEE?
The Common Entrance Examination (CEE) is the National Medical Entrance Exam that is held by the Government of Nepal – Medical Education Commission (MEC).
MEC takes this common entrance exam to enroll students in bachelor level medical-related courses all over Nepal.
The CEE Exam opens the door to different prestigious colleges and universities in Nepal. There are medical and paramedical fields in medical colleges and institutions where the students will be able to get into with CEE examination.Â
Students passing this exam can enroll in MBBS, BDS, BSC Nursing, BAMS, BSC MLT, BPT, BPharm, B Ophthalmology, BPH (Bachelor in Public Health), and BNS (Bachelor in Nursing Science) within the country.
The CEE exam should be passed not only in national colleges and universities, in international and abroad countries, this entrance exam is mandatory to pursue further study.
Who is Eligible for CEE Examination?Â
To be eligible for the CEE Entrance Exam, the following criteria should be met.
- Completed Plus 2 or equivalent degree with a minimum 50 % aggregate i.e., 2.4 GPA in a Science Stream(Physics, Chemistry, and Biology)
- Grades equivalent to plus 2Â eligibility in the A-level program (Certificate-level program)
- Completed Health Science Proficiency certificate/ Diploma with a minimum 50% aggregate (General Medicine, Medical Lab Technology, Ophthalmic Science, Dental Science, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Radiography, and Physiotherapy)Â and must have registered in the relevant council. (Nepal Health Professional Council, Nepal Pharmacy Council, or Nepal Ayurveda Council following the relevant educational program
Academic Programs admissions with CEE:
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
- BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery)
- BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- BNS (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
- BSc. Nursing (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
- B.Sc.MITÂ (Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging Technology)
- B.Sc. MLT (Bachelor of Science Medical Laboratory Technology)
- B. Pharmacy (Bachelor of Pharmacy)
- BPH (Bachelor of Public Health)
- BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
- B. Perfusion Tech (Bachelors in Perfusion technology)
- B.Optom (Bachelor of Optometry )
Allocated seats for foreign candidates in CEE
The available seats for the foreign candidates in these above-listed academic programs will be up to:
- 8.25% of the seats in Government colleges/Academies
- 33% of the seats in Private colleges that are run by Nepalese management
- 50% of the seats in Private colleges that are run by Nepalese &foreign management Â
When is the CEE exam in Nepal?
The Common Entrance Examination (CEE) in Nepal is conducted every Year. Medical Education Council provides the schedule of exams with specific dates, times, and places in its notice.
Generally, the exam date is at mid of July each year however the exam date is planned within the period frame. To get the most accurate and up-to-date information, you should regularly check the official websites of the Medical Education Commission (MEC).
Moreover, the announcements and notices are usually made in major newspapers and educational portals in Nepal.
Exam Syllabus of CEE
The exam syllabus of CEE includes the following parts
- Mental Agility Test
- Zoology (Grades 11 and 12)
- Chemistry (Grade 11 and 12)
- Physics (Grade 11 and 12)
- Botany (Grade 11 and 12)
Entrance Exam Dates and Time Of CEE 2024
Time: 11 AM to 2 PM
| S.N. | Academic Program | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MBBS | 2081/05/01 (2024 August 17) |
| 2 | BDS | 2081/05/02 (2024 August 18) |
| 3 | BSc Nursing/B.Sc Midwifery, BASLP, B Perfusion Technology | 2081/05/03 (2024 August 19) |
| 4 | BAMS, BNS/BMS, BSc MLT, BSc MIT, B Pharm, B Optometry, BPT | 2081/05/04 (2024 August 20) |
| 5 | BPH | 2081/05/05 (2024 August 21) |
Key Dates of CEE 2024 for MBBS
| Contents | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notice Publication for Entrance Examination Application | Fourth week of Jestha 2081Â (mid-June 2024) |
| Application Period: fourth week of Jestha 2081 | Fourth week of Jestha 2081(mid-June 2024) |
| Application Correction Period | First week of Shrawan 2081Â (mid-July 2024) |
| Examination Date | First week of bhadra (starting from 1st bhadra ) 2081Â (late July 2024). |
| Seat Allocation and Merit List | Third week of Bhadra 2081 (late July 2024), and fourth week of Bhadra 2081 (early August 2024). |
| Admissions | Up to Mangshir (early August 2024). |
| Commencement of MBBS Classes | Fourth week of Mangshir 2081Â (mid-August 2024). |
Information for the online application
- Entrance Exam Fee: NPR 4,000/- Four Thousand) for Nepalese applicants and Rs. 8,000 for International Applicants.Â
- Payment ways: Deposit any branch of Himalayan Bank Limited or can be done through Mobile Banking, ConnectiPS, eSewa, and Khalti
- Bank deposit details
- Bank Name: Himalayan Bank Limited
- Account Number: Current account 04308931670017 SWIFT CODE: HIMANPKA
- Account Name/Address: Medical Education Commission, Sanothimi, Bhaktapur
Contact Details of MEC
For more details and updates, visit the official website of the Nepal Medical Education Commission at www.mec.gov.npÂ
- Nepal Medical Education Commission
- Phone: 01-4333680, 01-4333760, 01-4333794
- Email:Â info@mec.gov.np
