If you are preparing for the MECEE BL 2082 (Medical Education Commission Entrance Examination), I have some incredible news. The landscape of medical education in Nepal has just shifted in favor of the students.
For years, the competition has been cutthroat. But for the 2026 session, the Medical Education Commission (MEC) has rolled out the red carpet with a massive increase in scholarship seats and a wider distribution of colleges.
Whether you are a student from a remote district in Nepal or an international aspirant looking for quality education, the data we have received for December 2025 changes everything.
Let’s dive into the numbers that matter.
The Big News: Scholarship Seats Jump to 691
The most significant update for the 2026 session is the sheer volume of scholarships. The MEC has increased the total MBBS scholarship seats from 571 to 691.
That is 120 extra students who will study medicine for free this year.
How is the Scholarship Distributed? (55/45 Rule)
The MEC follows a strict but fair division:
- General Scholarship: 55% of total seats (Open Competition).
- Reservation Scholarship: 45% of total seats (Targeted Communities).
Here is exactly how the 311 Reservation Seats are sliced for 2026. If you fall into one of these categories, your chances just improved significantly.
| Category | Percentage | Previous Seats | Current Seats (2026) |
| Female | 28% | 71 | 85 |
| Dalit Female | 3% | 9 | 10 |
| Muslim Female | 2% | 6 | 8 |
| Dalit | 9% | 24 | 27 |
| Adibasi Janajati | 15% | 37 | 46 |
| Khas Arya | 17% | 43 | 51 |
| Madheshi | 9% | 23 | 28 |
| Madhesi Dalit | 3% | 8 | 10 |
| Tharu | 4% | 11 | 12 |
| Muslim | 2% | 6 | 7 |
| Pichhadiye Ko Kshetra | 4% | 10 | 12 |
| Apanga (Disabled) | 2% | 5 | 8 |
| Shahid Pariwar | 2% | 5 | 7 |
| TOTAL RESERVATION | 45% | 258 | 311 |
| GENERAL (OPEN) | 55% | 313 | 380 |
2026 Official Seat Matrix: Where Can You Study?
This year, the distribution of seats across colleges is more balanced. We are seeing newer institutions like the Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences and Rapti Academy taking on a significant load of scholarship students, which is great for decentralizing education.
Here is the complete, updated list of 26 Medical Colleges for the 2026 session:
The Government & Academy Giants (High Scholarship Count)
These are the heavy hitters. If you rank high in CEE 2082, these are likely your targets because the scholarship ratio is incredibly high (often 75%).
| S.N | College Name | Affiliation | Total Seats | Scholarship Seats |
| 1 | BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) | BPKIHS | 100 | 75 |
| 2 | Maharajgunj Medical Campus (IOM) | TU | 100 | 75 |
| 3 | Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS) | PAHS | 65 | 49 |
| 4 | Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS) | KAHS | 50 | 37 |
| 5 | Madan Bhandari Academy of Health Science | MBAHS | 50 | 37 |
| 6 | Purbanchal University School of Health Sciences | PU | 50 | 37 |
| 7 | Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences | PoAHS | 50 | 37 |
| 8 | Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences | MIHS | 50 | 37 |
| 9 | Rapti Academy of Health Sciences | RAHS | 50 | 38 |
| 10 | Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences | TU | 100 | 38 |
Private Medical Colleges (Paying + Scholarship)
For students in the paying category (and Indian students), these colleges offer world-class infrastructure. Note the new entry of B & C Medical College in the KU list.
| S.N | College Name | Affiliation | Total Seats | Scholarship Seats |
| 11 | Kathmandu Medical College (KMC) | KU | 130 | 13 |
| 12 | Nepal Medical College (NMC) | KU | 130 | 13 |
| 13 | Nepalgunj Medical College (NGMC) | KU | 130 | 13 |
| 14 | Birat Medical College | KU | 130 | 16 |
| 15 | Chitwan Medical College (CMC) | TU | 130 | 13 |
| 16 | College of Medical Sciences (CMS) | KU | 130 | 26 |
| 17 | KU School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS) | KU | 130 | 13 |
| 18 | Nobel Medical College | KU | 130 | 19 |
| 19 | Manipal College of Medical Sciences | KU | 120 | 24 |
| 20 | Lumbini Medical College | KU | 120 | 12 |
| 21 | Universal College of Medical Sciences (UCMS) | TU | 120 | 12 |
| 22 | Gandaki Medical College | TU | 120 | 12 |
| 23 | KIST Medical College | TU | 120 | 12 |
| 24 | Devdaha Medical College | KU | 90 | 9 |
| 25 | B & C Medical College | KU | 60 | 6 |
| 26 | Janaki Medical College | TU | 60 | 6 |
What Does This Mean for Admissions?
1. For Scholarship Seekers
The competition is still fierce, but the math is in your favor. With Khas Arya getting 51 seats and Adibasi Janajati getting 46, ensure your reservation documents are verified before the MECEE BL application closes.
- Tip: If you rank in the top 400-500, do not lose hope. The “Matching Process” often shifts seats down as top rankers might drop out or choose BDS.
2. For Paying Category (Nepali & Indian Students)
The total seat capacity has effectively increased. Colleges like Birat, CMC, KMC, and Nobel now have a standardized intake of 130 seats. This slight increase from previous years helps stabilize the cut-off ranks.
- Indian Students: You do not need a visa, and the fee structure (approx INR 30-40 Lakhs) is a fraction of Indian private colleges. With 130 seats in top colleges like KMC and CMS, your NEET score holds good value here.
3. The Rise of the “Academies”
Notice colleges like KAHS (Karnali), RAHS (Rapti), and PoAHS (Pokhara)? These are government-backed academies. They have smaller class sizes (50 students) but massive scholarship intakes (37-38 seats). These are hidden gems for students who want high-quality education at practically zero cost.
Final Strategy for CEE 2082
The data is clear: 2026 is the year of opportunity.
With 691 scholarship seats and over 2,600 total MBBS seats across 26 colleges, the Medical Education Commission has set the stage. Your job now is to maximize your score in the 200-mark CEE exam.
Quick Checklist:
- Target Score: Aim for 150+ for scholarships in top hubs like IOM or BPKIHS.
- Documents: Get your reservation certificates ready NOW.
- Choice Filling: When the matching starts, don’t ignore the new academies (RAHS, KAHS)—they offer excellent hands-on learning.
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