PASSING MARKS
NEC License Exam Passing Marks and Criteria
Know the minimum score required to clear the NEC registration examination and get your engineering license.
Passing Criteria
50
Minimum marks out of 100
50%
Pass percentage
No sectional cutoff. Your total score across all 80 questions determines whether you pass.
Score Breakdown
Section A
60 questions x 1 mark each
Section B
20 questions x 2 marks each
Total
80 questions
Pass Threshold
Minimum required score
What Happens After You Pass?
- 1
Results are published on the NEC portal.
- 2
Successful candidates receive their registration certificate.
- 3
You become a registered engineer eligible to practice in Nepal.
- 4
Registration is valid and may need periodic renewal.
What If You Don't Pass?
- You can retake the exam in the next available session.
- There is no limit on the number of attempts.
- You need to submit a fresh application and fee for each attempt.
How to Maximize Your Score
- Attempt every question since there is no negative marking.
- Focus on high-weightage topics in your discipline.
- Practice with timed mock tests to build speed.
- Review your mistakes and weak areas regularly.
Build your score with daily practice.
Start practicing on NEC Prep to build your score, identify weak areas, and pass with confidence.
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