Khwopa Engineering College

Khwopa Engineering College (KhEC) is a community-based engineering college located at Libali, Bhaktapur-8, Nepal. Established in 2001 A.D. (2058 B.S.), the college is affiliated with Purbanchal University.

KhEC runs bachelor's and master's programs across engineering, architecture, information technology, computer applications, earthquake engineering, and urban design and conservation. Its academic structure includes programs under the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Science and Technology, supported by subject-based departments and a Research and Development Unit.

The college is one of several education institutions in Bhaktapur that use the Khwopa name. Khwopa Engineering College should not be confused with Khwopa College of Engineering, as the two institutions have different university affiliations.

Key Highlights

• Established: 2001 A.D. (2058 B.S.)

• Location: Libali, Bhaktapur-8, Nepal

• Affiliation: Purbanchal University

• Academic Levels: Bachelor's and Master's

• Undergraduate Programs: BE Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Computer Engineering, BE Electronics, Communication and Automation Engineering, Bachelor of Architecture, BCA-IT, and BIT

• Postgraduate Programs: M.E. in Earthquake Engineering and M.Sc. in Urban Design in Conservation

• Enrollment Capacity: 96 seats in BE Civil, 60 in BE Computer, 80 in BE Electronics, Communication and Automation Engineering, 60 in B.Arch., 48 each in BCA-IT and BIT, and 20 each in the two master's programs

• Admission: Program-specific academic eligibility, entrance examination, merit listing, and college interview or aptitude process apply

• Scholarships: Merit-based, reserved, academic-performance, public/community-school, disadvantaged-student, and sports-achievement scholarship provisions are available under stated conditions

• Research: The Research and Development Unit has operated since 2006 and supports research and project work in engineering, technology, architecture, conservation, indigenous knowledge, and related areas

• Facilities: Laboratories, library, multipurpose halls, sports facilities, cafeteria, and transportation services

• Contact: +977-1-5122094 / 5122098 | info@khec.edu.np | khec.pu@gmail.com

Background and university affiliation

Khwopa Engineering College was established in 2001 A.D. (2058 B.S.) with affiliation from Purbanchal University. Its academic programs follow the university's curriculum, entrance, examination, and related academic provisions.

The distinction between Khwopa Engineering College and Khwopa College of Engineering is especially important for students comparing engineering colleges in Bhaktapur. KhEC is affiliated with Purbanchal University, while Khwopa College of Engineering is affiliated with Tribhuvan University.

In 2076, Purbanchal University felicitated KhEC as the best college among its affiliated colleges during the university's 26th annual function and the closing ceremony of its silver jubilee.

Academic programs at Khwopa Engineering College

KhEC offers undergraduate programs in engineering, architecture, information technology, and computer applications, along with postgraduate study in earthquake engineering and urban design and conservation.

The listed programs, durations, and enrollment capacities are:

The engineering programs combine theoretical study with tutorials, laboratory work, drawing, workshops, projects, and discipline-specific subjects. Civil Engineering begins with subjects such as Mathematics, Chemistry, Applied Mechanics, Civil Engineering Materials, Basic Electrical Engineering, Engineering Drawing, and Workshop Technology.

Computer Engineering starts with mathematics and science alongside technical communication, computer programming, computing technology, engineering drawing, and workshop study. Later coursework develops further into computing, electronics, programming, and related engineering areas.

BIT combines computing with mathematics, communication, electrical fundamentals, management, programming, and project work. Its first-semester subjects include Mathematics-I, Fundamentals of Information Technology, Technical Communication, Basic Electrical System and Circuit, Principles of Management, Computer Programming-I, and Project-I.

BCA study includes computing and information-technology subjects together with management, numerical methods, operating systems, computer networks, database management, and project work across the program.

At postgraduate level, Urban Design and Conservation covers urban design theory, history of the built environment, conservation, construction technology, disaster management, design processes, conservation management, field study, research methodology, cultural resource management, urban growth management, design studios, and thesis work.

Eligibility for admission

Admission requirements vary by academic program and are tied to Purbanchal University eligibility and entrance provisions.

Applicants seeking admission to engineering and architecture programs must meet the university's academic eligibility requirements and qualify through the B.E./B.Arch. entrance process. Relevant eligibility routes include +2 or equivalent education, A Level, and specified diploma pathways under Purbanchal University requirements.

For BCA-IT, the minimum criteria effective from the 2082-2083 intake require applicants to have passed +2 or equivalent with at least a D grade in each subject, D+ under the old grading system, and an aggregate GPA of at least 2.0.

Applicants may also qualify through Intermediate or a three-year Diploma in any stream with at least 45 percent. For A Level, applicants need at least an E grade in each subject or 45 percent in aggregate.

BIT follows a similar academic threshold. Under the Intermediate route, applicants require at least 45 percent along with 100 marks in Mathematics or Computer Science. A three-year Diploma in any stream is also accepted under the stated criteria. A Level applicants need at least an E grade in each subject or 45 percent in aggregate.

Meeting the academic minimum is followed by the applicable entrance and college admission process.

Admission process

For programs under the Faculty of Engineering, eligible applicants begin by submitting the online entrance application required by Purbanchal University. They must then pass the university entrance examination.

KhEC prepares its merit list in accordance with the Purbanchal University entrance result. Applicants included on the college merit list are called for an interview or aptitude test. Candidates who complete the required stages successfully become eligible for admission.

The Faculty of Science and Technology admission process follows a similar sequence. Applicants complete the relevant Purbanchal University and college application requirements, sit for the entrance examination, and are considered through the entrance result and college merit list. Listed candidates attend the college interview before admission.

Following the interview, selected applicants are required to complete the admission process within the specified period according to seat availability. The admission procedure indicates a period of around two to three days after interview for fee submission, with available seats filled under the stated first-come-first-basis procedure.

Fee structure

The total program fee differs by course.

BCA-IT has a total fee of NRs. 3,60,000, while BIT has a total fee of NRs. 4,40,000. BE Electronics, Communication and Automation Engineering carries a total fee of NRs. 4,96,000.

The total fee for BE Civil Engineering and BE Computer Engineering is NRs. 6,96,000 for each program. Civil Engineering also carries an additional NRs. 25,000 survey camp charge.

Bachelor of Architecture has a total fee of NRs. 8,70,000.

At master's level, M.E. in Earthquake Engineering and M.Sc. in Urban Design and Conservation each have a total fee of NRs. 3,92,000.

The stated program fees exclude registration and examination charges levied by Purbanchal University and fees imposed by other applicable external institutions or bodies.

Foreign students are charged an additional 50 percent of the total semester fees, together with other applicable charges under Purbanchal University regulations.

An admission deposit of NRs. 15,000 is collected at the time of admission. The deposit is refundable only after successful completion of the course and is not refunded when a student cancels admission or withdraws from the program.

Scholarships

KhEC has several scholarship categories for students admitted. Merit-based and reserved scholarships are administered in accordance with Purbanchal University scholarship policy.

The college also has first-semester scholarships linked to +2 academic performance:

• 50 percent of the total first-semester fee for students with a minimum CGPA of 3.90 out of 4.0 or 96 percent and above.

• 40 percent for CGPA from 3.80 to 3.89 or 92 percent to below 96 percent.

• 30 percent for CGPA from 3.60 to 3.79 or 84 percent to below 92 percent.

• 20 percent for CGPA from 3.40 to 3.59 or 76 percent to below 84 percent.

• 10 percent for CGPA from 3.20 to 3.39 or 68 percent to below 76 percent.

Students who completed +2 from a public, government, or community school are eligible for a 10 percent scholarship on the total first-semester fee.

Applicants who studied at a community school are required to submit certification issued by the Head of the Education Section of the respective local government, based on the recommendation of the principal or campus chief of the institution concerned.

A limited number of scholarships may also be awarded to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, single-parent families, and differently-abled students. Selection is linked to supporting evidence and socioeconomic verification. Continuation and distribution are reviewed each semester by the Scholarship Distribution Committee.

A separate scholarship category is available for students with notable achievements in national or international sports or competitions.

A student can receive only one scholarship. When a student qualifies for more than one category, the higher-value scholarship applies.

Research and academic departments

KhEC established its Research and Development Unit in 2006 to strengthen research activity in engineering, science, technology, and related fields.

Research and project work have included traditional architecture, archaeological structures, indigenous knowledge, traditional technologies, and materials alongside contemporary engineering and technology topics. Faculty members and students participate in research and project-based academic work.

The academic structure includes:

• Electronics, Communication and Automation Engineering Department

• Computer Engineering Department

• Civil Engineering Department

• Architecture Department

• Earthquake Engineering Department

• Urban Design and Conservation Department

• Science and Humanities

• Information Technology

• Research and Development Unit

The presence of both engineering departments and specialized postgraduate areas allows research and teaching activities to extend from core technical subjects to architecture, conservation, earthquake engineering, computing, and urban studies.

Facilities and student services

KhEC has academic and student facilities that support classroom and practical study. These include laboratories, a library with course and reference books, multipurpose halls, sports facilities, a cafeteria, and transportation services.

Laboratory and practical facilities are particularly relevant to programs involving computing, engineering experiments, technical drawing, workshops, projects, and applied coursework.

College uniform is compulsory. Students are required to attend classes in the prescribed uniform.

Transfer admission is possible when the student has a transfer certificate and the other necessary documents from the previous college. Required university permission must also be completed before admission through transfer can proceed.

Admission cancellation and refund

The refund provision depends on when a student cancels admission after classes begin.

Students cancelling within 15 days from the commencement of classes are eligible for a refund of 100 percent of the semester fee only. The admission deposit is excluded.

For cancellations made after 15 days but within 30 days, 50 percent of the semester fee is refundable, excluding the deposit.

No refund is issued for admission cancellations made more than 30 days after the commencement of classes.

Students who discontinue their studies must formally withdraw their names in accordance with college procedures.

For Civil Engineering, the survey camp fee is refundable when admission is cancelled before the survey camp begins.

From subsequent semesters, once the semester fee or credit bill has been generated in the college ERP system, outstanding credit bills must be cleared before admission cancellation can be processed. The admission deposit is not refunded in cases of cancellation or withdrawal.

Khwopa institutions in Bhaktapur

Several education institutions in Bhaktapur carry the Khwopa name, but they operate as separate academic entities.

Students researching related institutions can also refer to Khwopa College, Khwopa College of Law, Khwopa Secondary School, Khwopa Polytechnic Institute, and Sharada Campus.

Because the institutions differ by academic program, level, and university affiliation, applicants should use the exact institution name when reviewing courses and admission requirements.

Contact details

Address: P.O. Box: 84, Libali, Bhaktapur - 8, Nepal
Telephone: +977-1-5122094 / 5122098
Email: info@khec.edu.np | khec.pu@gmail.com
Website: khec.edu.np

Conlcusion

Khwopa Engineering College combines undergraduate study in civil engineering, computer engineering, electronics and automation, architecture, information technology, and computer applications with postgraduate programs in earthquake engineering and urban design and conservation.

For prospective students, the main points to review are the Purbanchal University affiliation, program-specific eligibility, entrance and merit process, enrollment capacity, fee structure, scholarship provisions, and admission deadlines following selection.

Its academic departments, Research and Development Unit, laboratories, library, project work, and postgraduate study areas form the wider academic setting around the college's degree programs.