SEE Questions Collection 2081

 

The Secondary Education Examination (SEE) in Nepal, formerly known as the School Leaving Certificate (SLC), continues to be a crucial milestone for students completing Grade 10.¹ The system has undergone significant changes, particularly concerning its grading, aiming to align with global standards and reduce the immense pressure associated with the traditional pass/fail system.

Latest Condition of the SEE System

1. Results and Performance:

   • The recent SEE results (2081 BS / 2025 AD) showed a marked improvement compared to the previous year.² Approximately 61.81% of students secured grades that allow them to pursue further studies in Grade 11, a significant jump from 47.86% in the prior year.

   • Despite the overall improvement, a substantial number of students (over 38% in the latest results, and over 52% in the previous year) were "Non-Graded" (NG), meaning they did not meet the minimum requirements in certain subjects to be eligible for regular admission to Grade 11.

   • Mathematics continues to be a challenging subject, with a high number of students receiving "NG" in it.⁴ English and Science also see considerable numbers of non-graded students.⁵

   • Bagmati Province consistently shows the best performance, while Madhesh Province has often registered the lowest pass rates

2. Examination Process:

   • The SEE exams are typically held in March each year.⁷ For 2081 BS (2025 AD), the exams were conducted from March 20 to April 1.

   • The evaluation process for the results involves a three-stage system, with efforts being made to ensure accuracy and fairness, addressing past concerns about errors and inconsistent checking.

   • There were some delays in result publication for the 2081 BS exam due to nationwide teachers' protests, but the National Examination Board (NEB) aimed to release them by late June.⁸

3. Supplementary Exams:

   • Students who receive an "NG" in up to two subjects are eligible to take supplementary (grade improvement) exams. This provides a crucial second chance for students to clear the minimum requirements and enroll in Grade 11 without losing an academic year.

   • For the 2081 BS results, the supplementary exams were scheduled to begin around August 14, 2025.⁹

Recent Changes to the SEE Grading System (Letter Grading Directive 2078 BS)

The Government of Nepal has implemented a revised letter grading system, primarily through the "Letter Grading Directive 2078 (including the third amendment)," to provide a more comprehensive assessment of student performance.¹⁰ Key aspects of this system include:

1. Minimum Score Requirement (Elimination of "Pass/Fail" in traditional sense):

   • The most significant change is the introduction of a minimum score requirement to be "graded" in each subject.

   • To be eligible for regular admission to Grade 11, students must secure at least 35% marks in the theoretical component of each subject and 40% (or 10 out of 25) in the practical/internal assessment component of each subject.

   • If a student scores below 35% in the theoretical part of any subject, they receive an "NG" (Non-Graded) on their report card for that subject. An "NG" indicates that the student has not met the minimum proficiency level for that subject and is not eligible for direct admission to Grade 11 in regular streams until they improve their grade through supplementary exams.

2. Grading Scale and Grade Point Average (GPA):

   • The system uses letter grades corresponding to specific percentage intervals, each assigned a Grade Point (GP).¹¹ The final GPA is the average of the Grade Points obtained in all subjects.

   • The current grading scale is generally as follows:

     Marks Interval (%)	Letter Grade	Grade Point (GP)	Description
     90 to 100	A+	4.0	Outstanding
     80 to < 90	A	3.6	Excellent
     70 to < 80	B+	3.2	Very Good
     60 to < 70	B	2.8	Good
     50 to < 60	C+	2.4	Satisfactory
     40 to < 50	C	2.0	Acceptable
     35 to < 40	D	1.6	Basic
     Below 35	NG	-	Not Graded (Fail)

     Note: Some sources may slightly vary in the exact GPA range for each letter grade (e.g., A+ might be 3.6-4.0), but the general principle remains the same.

3. Eligibility for Grade 11 Admissions:

   • Beyond securing a "graded" status in all subjects, specific academic streams in Grade 11 often require a minimum overall GPA and/or minimum grades in key subjects.¹² For example:

     • Science: Generally requires an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher, with at least a C+ in Science and Compulsory Mathematics.

     • Management, Humanities, Law: Generally requires an overall GPA of 1.6 or higher, with at least a D+ in core subjects like English, Nepali, Social Studies, and Science.

   • These are general guidelines, and individual colleges may have slightly higher admission requirements.

The shift to this new grading system aims to provide a more nuanced evaluation of students' capabilities, reduce the "pass/fail" stress, and align Nepal's education system more closely with international standards.¹³ However, it also emphasizes the need for students to achieve a foundational understanding across all subjects to progress to higher studies.

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