The Embassy of India, Kathmandu, has opened applications for the COMPEX-2025 Scholarship Scheme for Nepali students aspiring to pursue undergraduate studies in India. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know—from eligibility criteria to step-by-step application instructions.

What is COMPEX-2025?

COMPEX (Common Educational Entrance Test) is a scholarship scheme that offers fully/partially funded undergraduate seats in Indian institutions. The Embassy of India facilitates this for eligible Nepali students in fields like

• Engineering (BE/B.Tech)
  
• Pharmacy (B.Pharma)
  
• Agriculture (B.Sc. Ag.)
  
• Food Technology (B.Sc. FT)
  
• Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing)
  

Important Dates

Event Deadline: Online Application Opens June 26, 2025 Online application closes July 9, 2025 (11:45 PM) Last Day to Pay Fee via Challan at Nepal SBI July 11, 2025 Last Day to Upload Challan and Final Submit July 13, 2025 (11:45 PM) Tentative CBT Exam Date: 4th Week of July 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Course Subject Criteria (Class XII) Minimum Marks BE/B.Tech Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics 60% overall, 60% in each PCM, 50% in English B.Sc. Ag./FT/Pharma/Nursing Physics, Chemistry, Biology 60% overall, 55% in each PCB, 50% in English

Note: Only Class XII marks are considered. Students appearing in 2025 may apply with a provisional certificate.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Registration

1. Visit: www.indembkathmandu.gov.in
   
2. Register with your Study In India (SII) ID. If you don’t have one:
   
   • Visit: https://studyinindia.gov.in/
     
   • Register and obtain SII ID
     

1. Use the SII ID, email, and mobile number to complete registration.
   

Step 2: Fill out the Application & upload documents.

1. Fill in personal, academic, and course preference details.
   
2. Upload:
   
   • Passport-size photo (100–200 KB)
     
   • Signature (80–150 KB)
     
   • Academic documents (100–1000 KB)
     

1. Download and print the bank challan.
   

Step 3: Pay the Application Fee

• Go to any Nepal SBI Bank branch.
  
• Deposit NPR 400 using the printed challan.
  
• Collect your stamped challan with transaction/journal number.
  

Step 4: Final Submission

• Log in again to the application portal.
  
• Enter your challan details and upload the scanned copy.
  
• Submit the final completed application.
  

About the Selection Process

• A computer-based test (CBT) will be conducted in Kathmandu.
  
• Students are shortlisted based on performance in the CBT.
  
• Admission is finalized after the concerned Indian institution confirms acceptance.
  

Admit cards can be downloaded from the embassy website 3 days before the exam.

Age Criteria

• Minimum Age: 16 years
  
• Maximum Age: 23 years
  
• Cut-off Date: July 1, 2025
  

Important Reminders

• Apply for only 2 courses max.
  
• No edits allowed after final submission.
  
• No request for change in course/institute after placement.
  
• Do not use agents or consultants—direct student applications only.
  
• Applications through third parties will be rejected.
  

COMPEX-2025 is a golden opportunity for Nepali students to gain quality education in India, potentially free of cost. Be sure to apply early, follow all instructions carefully, and prepare well for the CBT.

For more updates, always refer to the official website:
🌐 www.indembkathmandu.gov.in