After +2 · CE
Computer Engineering
BE Computer Engineering (IOE, KU, and others)
Talk to us · we'll help youIOE and KU both offer Computer Engineering. Decide which entrance to sit — and keep a Plan B.
Who this usually fits
You like maths and physics enough to sit entrance prep, and you want the engineering label with a tech career path. Many aim for IOE (Pulchowk, Thapathali, and other IOE campuses) or Kathmandu University’s BE Computer Engineering — different universities, different tests, both valid CE doors.
How you get in
IOE: sit the IOE entrance; rank usually decides campus and seat. KU: sit KUCAT (typically PCM for Computer Engineering) after meeting KU’s +2 eligibility (commonly 50% aggregate and required PCM or Physics/Maths/Computer Science rules — confirm the year’s notice). Other universities’ BE seats have their own criteria. Your +2 GPA helps eligibility; entrance rank often decides the offer.
What the years often look like
Heavy maths and core engineering early, then more computing depth later. Labs, reports, and project culture differ across IOE campuses and KU. The degree opens software, hardware-adjacent, and further study paths — skills and projects still decide hires.
Watch out for
- Treating “Pulchowk or nothing” as identity — KU, other IOE campuses, and Plan B programs are real paths.
- Preparing only for IOE and discovering KUCAT dates/syllabus too late (or the reverse).
- Assuming the syllabus alone teaches job-ready AI and product skills.
Ask this before you pick
- Am I targeting IOE, KU, or both — and what is my Plan B if ranks miss?
- Can my family support coaching time and fees for the entrances I’m sitting?
- Do I want engineering culture, or mainly a software career by another door?
Still comparing?
Open the other after-+2 doors students in Nepal weigh beside Computer Engineering.
CSIT
BScCSIT
Not only TU — RJU also has BScCSIT. Good software path if you add skills beside the degree.
BCA
BCA
Science or management students often come here. Ask about labs and real job help before you join.
BIT
BIT
Another IT path with its own campus style. Match it to your goal — not only a cousin’s opinion.
BTech
BTech
Often sold as “AI / future” tech. Read the real syllabus and labs — not only the poster.
FA
Foreign university (Nepal)
UK/Australia/other names, taught in Nepal. Compare total fees and recognition — not only the logo.