ME in Communication Engineering

• Program that builds advanced capability in modern communication systems, signal processing, digital/analog communication, electromagnetics, networking, and emerging communication technologies.
• Two-year full-time ME program under Kathmandu University designed to deepen theoretical and practical expertise in communication engineering.
• Emphasizes signal processing, digital communication, wireless systems, transmission lines, electromagnetic theory, coding, networking, and system-level design.
• Blends coursework, laboratory work, research exposure, and project-based evaluation to produce engineers capable of contributing to telecom, ICT, signal analysis, and embedded communication solutions.

CURRICULAR STRUCTURE (TABLE)

SALIENT FEATURES
• Strong focus on communication theory, signal processing, and electromagnetic systems.
• Integrated admission test and interview-based selection.
• Scholarships available through UGC funding arrangements (up to 20% fee waiver).
• Teaching/Research assistantships based on merit and departmental need.
• Fee variations for sponsored and international candidates.
• Optional extended study period with additional charges.

FEE (TENTATIVE)
• NPR 475,000 for the full 2-year program (excluding caution money and medical insurance).
• Sponsored candidates: 1.5× the regular fee.
• SAARC international candidates: 1.5× the regular fee.
• Other international candidates: 2× the regular fee.

ELIGIBILITY
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
• Minimum 50% aggregate or 2.0 CGPA (4-point scale).

ADMISSION CRITERIA
• Written test (subjective 50 marks + objective 20 marks).
• Interview (30 marks).
• Minimum total score required: 50 marks (combined written + interview).
• Written test content domains:
– Signals & Systems (15%)
– Digital Signal Processing (20%)
– Analog & Digital Communication (20%)
– Electromagnetics (15%)
– Electronic Devices (15%)
– Mathematics (15%)

JOB PROSPECTS
• Communication Systems Engineer.
• Telecommunication Engineer (ISPs, telecom companies).
• Signal Processing Engineer.
• RF/Antenna Engineer.
• Network Design and Planning Engineer.
• Embedded Systems and IoT Communication Specialist.
• Research and academic positions.
• System Integration Engineer in ICT and electronics industries.