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Nepal Government Reserve Quota Scholarship

Provided by Government of Nepal

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About This Scholarship

Constitutional provision for 45% reserved scholarships across all higher education institutions. Quotas are allocated for women, Janajati, Madhesi, Dalit, disabled, Muslim, and remote area students as per Nepal's inclusive education policy.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Categories: Economically Weak, Women, Disabled, Janajati, Dalit, Remote, Madhesi, Muslim
Total 45% reservation from available seats
33% for women (includes 3% Dalit women, 2% Muslim women)
27% for Janajati (Indigenous nationalities)
20% for Madhesi community (includes 3% Madhesi Dalit)
9% for Dalit community
4% for remote/backward areas
2% for disabled persons
2% for Muslim community
Martyrs' families, disappeared persons' families included in economically weak category

Scholarship Benefits

Tuition: Partial to full (varies by institution)
Fee concession
Admission reservation
Priority in hostel allocation at some institutions

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply during regular admission process at the institution
  2. 2Indicate quota category in application form
  3. 3Submit category verification documents from authorized bodies
  4. 4Selection based on quota allocation and available seats
  5. 5Verification by institution's scholarship committee

Required Documents

  • Citizenship certificate
  • Academic transcripts
  • Dalit certificate from National Dalit Commission or DAO
  • Janajati certificate from National Foundation for Development of Indigenous Nationalities or DAO
  • Madhesi certificate from relevant authority
  • Income certificate from local government (for economically weak)
  • Disability card from Social Welfare Council (for disabled)
  • Remote area certificate from local government

Quick Info

Level
Bachelor, Master, Diploma
Cycle
2025-2026
Deadline
Varies by institution
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Provided by
Government of Nepal
www.moe.gov.np
Last updated: 2026-01-22
Note: Always verify information on official websites. Deadlines and criteria may change.

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