The Diploma in Civil Engineering is a three-year technical course offered at Sahid Bishnu Dhani Memorial Polytechnic Institute, which is affiliated with CTEVT. The program admits 48 students annually and reserves 10% of the total seats for scholarship distribution based on entrance exam performance.
This course is structured per CTEVT’s national standard and consists of theoretical and practical learning. Major topics include:
Engineering Drawing and Surveying
Building Construction and Estimation
Structural Mechanics and Hydraulics
Construction Management
Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
Water Supply and Sanitation
Transportation Engineering
Computer Applications in Engineering
To prepare skilled civil engineering technicians
To provide foundational training in planning, design, and execution of construction projects
To support infrastructure development at local and national levels
Graduates have employment prospects in public infrastructure projects, private construction firms, engineering consultancies, and local development offices. The scope also includes supervisory and mid-level technical roles in the government sector.
After completing this course, students will:
Understand the principles of construction and engineering design
Use surveying instruments and develop construction layouts
Estimate project costs and manage fieldwork
Apply safety measures and quality control in construction
The course helps students build competencies in:
CAD and drawing interpretation
Site supervision and quality control
Concrete and material testing
Field-level project planning and reporting
Team-based construction and site management
Combination of classroom lectures and field assignments
Lab work using standard testing tools
On-site practical training and supervised internships
Group tasks and real-world case studies
Minimum qualification: SEE pass or equivalent
Selection based on performance in the CTEVT entrance test
Scholarships are provided for 10% of total seats based on entrance merit
Diploma holders can work as:
Civil overseers or technicians
Estimators and site supervisors
AutoCAD operators and junior design staff
Lab technicians for soil and material testing
Field engineers in road, irrigation, or housing projects
Five of the 48 seats are reserved for scholarships. Selection is based on entrance ranking and inclusion criteria. Municipality-level educational funds or local sponsorships may also support financial aid.
The Civil Engineering diploma supports students aiming for practical careers in construction and infrastructure. It provides real-world knowledge aligned with regional and national development priorities. This course is relevant for students looking to start working immediately or continue with further technical education.
The Diploma in Civil Engineering develops core skills for employment in the infrastructure sector. The program balancesand field-based learning balance, t to supportchnical literacy, problem-solving, and workplace readiness. Graduates contribute to structural development acrinral and urban Nepal.
