A total of 59 students from Nepal Police families will receive scholarships worth Rs. 27,181,000 under the National Information Technology ICT Scholarship Award 2082. The initiative aims to expand educational opportunities for members and dependents of the Nepal Police family.
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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Nepal Police Wives Association (NPWA) and the Lord Buddha Education Foundation (LBEF) to strengthen academic collaboration. The agreement was signed by Nabina Khatri Karki, President of Nepal Police Wives Association, and Pankaj Jalan, Chairman of Lord Buddha Education Foundation.
The scholarship program provides full and partial financial support to students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in information technology and management. Priority will be given to families of serving, retired, martyred, and disabled police personnel. Special preference will also be given to female students.
Key details
- Registration Opens: February 18, 2026
- Last Date of Form Submission: March 09, 2026
- Scholarship Exam: March 10, 2026
- Exam Result to NPWA: March 11, 2026
- Interview of Candidates by NPWA: March 12 - 16, 2026
- Final Result by NPWA to LBEF College for Admission: March 17, 2026
- Last Date of Admission: March 24, 2026
- Registration: Here
Types of Scholarships Available
Female Merit ICT Scholarship for B.Sc. IT Core
- Saraswati Scholarship: 100% scholarship (7 students)
- Lakshmi Scholarship: 50% scholarship (7 students)
- Durga Scholarship: 30% scholarship (14 students)
ICT Merit Scholarship for B.Sc. IT Core (Open to All)
- Shakti Scholarship: 50% scholarship (7 students)
- Saathi Scholarship: 30% scholarship (14 students)
ICT Merit Scholarship for MBA (Open to All)
- Shakti Scholarship: 50% scholarship (5 students)
ICT Merit Scholarship for M.Sc. ITM (Open to All)
- Shakti Scholarship: 50% scholarship (5 students)
Eligibility for Application
The following eligibility criteria are prescribed by the University for enrollment in the Bachelor's- and Master's-level programs at LBEF. Accordingly, the same criteria shall apply to candidates seeking consideration under the respective scholarship schemes.
Eligibility Criteria for B.Sc. IT Program
- Successful completion of 10+2 or equivalent qualification in any discipline
- A minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics at SEE (Grade X) level
Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc. ITM Program
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
- A minimum CGPA of 2.75 (or equivalent)
Eligibility Criteria for MBA Program
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline
- A minimum CGPA of 2.75 (or equivalent)
Note:
For the Bachelor's-level program, students who have appeared for all Grade 12 final examinations and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply. Similarly, for Master's-level programs, students who have completed all final examinations for their Bachelor's degree and are awaiting results may apply.
Applicants selected for this scholarship category will receive provisional admission to the respective program. Confirmation of admission shall be subject to fulfillment of all prescribed eligibility criteria, as outlined above, upon publication of the examination results and submission of all required documents prior to the University registration deadline. Failure to meet these requirements within the stipulated timeline will result in the cancellation of provisional admission.
Documents to be Uploaded at the Time of Form Submission
- Passport-sized color photographs
- Recommendation letter from the local authority
- Certified copy of Birth Certificate
- Certified copies of Grade X, XI & XII Marks Cards (for applicants to the Bachelor's Program)
- Certified copies of Bachelor's degree mark sheets (for applicants to the Master's Program)
- Scanned copy of Admit Card of Grade XII or Bachelor's final year examination (for students awaiting results)
Selection Process
A Selection Committee constituted by the Nepal Police Wives Association (NPWA) will oversee the evaluation and selection of candidates for the scholarship schemes. NPWA will be responsible for the official announcement inviting applications from eligible candidates and for the final selection and award of scholarships in accordance with established criteria and procedures.
Duration and Rules
- The scholarship will be granted for the entire duration of the program. However, continuation beyond the first semester shall be subject to fulfillment of the following academic requirements:
- Clear promotion to the subsequent semester in the first attempt, with a pass in all papers of the preceding semester, including internal examinations and assessments.
- A minimum of 85% attendance in each course across all completed semesters.
- The scholarship will not be awarded to more than one member from the same family.
- Any instance of undisciplined or unprofessional conduct by the student may result in cancellation of the scholarship.
- Violation of any other prescribed terms and conditions may lead to withdrawal of the scholarship.
- If a candidate is found to have secured the scholarship through false statements or forged documents, the scholarship will be cancelled immediately, and the amount awarded will be recovered.
- In the event that a student withdraws from the program before completion, no financial reimbursement or adjustment of the scholarship amount to another student shall be permitted.
About Lord Buddha Education Foundation
Established in 1998, the Lord Buddha Education Foundation (LBEF) is Nepal's first IT college. With over 27 years of academic operation, it has built a strong alumni network contributing across diverse professional sectors. The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Information Technology and Management in collaboration with Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU), Malaysia, combining academic rigor with practical competence.
Under the proposed framework, LBEF serves as the implementation partner for the scholarship scheme awarded by the Nepal Police Wives Association (NPWA). The scholarship supports family members and dependents of serving, retired, and deceased Nepal Police personnel, with preference given to female candidates and to currently serving Nepal Police personnel, for pursuing Bachelor's- and Master's-level programs at LBEF.
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Nepal Police Wives Association (NPWA)
The Nepal Police Wives Association (NPWA) is a nonprofit organization under the Nepal Police. It was originally established on Bhadra 4, 2041 BS (August 20, 1984) as the Central Police Family Women's Association and was renamed NPWA in April 2005. The association is dedicated to advancing the empowerment, education, and social welfare of police families, with particular focus on spouses and dependent members. NPWA plays a vital role in promoting the educational and social development of police family members by administering scholarship support, skill-development initiatives, and welfare programs that strengthen resilience and opportunities within the community. It complements the Nepal Police's service ethos by fostering capacity building, humanitarian assistance, and inclusive support for the families of serving, retired, injured, and martyr personnel through structured welfare activities.
NPWA serves as the official awarding body of the scholarship scheme, with Lord Buddha Education Foundation (LBEF) designated as the implementation partner.
