Scholarships
NATHM offers merit-based, need-based, and special category scholarships so that talent and financial circumstance never stand in the way of a hospitality career.
100%
Maximum tuition fee coverage
3
Scholarship categories available
Aug 15
Application deadline, 2026
All
Programs eligible to apply
What's Available
Types of Scholarships
Every award is assessed by the scholarship committee against published criteria. Review each category below to identify where you fit before applying.
Merit-Based Scholarship
Up to 100% tuition fee
Awarded to top-performing students based on academic results and entrance examination performance.
Eligibility
- Outstanding academic record in the qualifying examination
- High score in the NATHM entrance examination
- Academic performance maintained each semester to retain the award
Need-Based Scholarship
Partial to full support
Available for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds who demonstrate genuine financial need.
Eligibility
- Documented proof of family income
- Recommendation from the local authority where required
- Satisfactory academic standing throughout the program
Special Category Scholarship
As per government policy
Reserved seats and fee support in line with the Government of Nepal's inclusion policies.
Eligibility
- Belongs to a group covered by government reservation provisions
- Valid supporting documentation for the claimed category
- Meets the minimum eligibility criteria for the chosen program
100%
Tuition covered for top merit awards
Before You Apply
Documents You'll Need
Incomplete applications are the most common reason a file is set aside. Prepare these documents before you submit so your application can be reviewed in the first round.
- 1Completed scholarship application form
- 2Academic transcripts and character certificate
- 3Citizenship certificate or birth certificate copy
- 4Income verification for need-based applications
- 5Category documentation where a reserved quota is claimed
The Process
How to Apply
Four steps from collecting your form to receiving a decision.
Obtain the Form
Collect the scholarship application form from the scholarship office.
Attach Documents
Include transcripts, income proof, and category documents as applicable.
Submit for Review
Submit before the deadline; a committee reviews all applications.
Receive Decision
Selected candidates are notified and the award is applied to their fees.
Questions
Frequently Asked
You may indicate more than one category on your application, but awards are not stacked — the scholarship committee will assess you against each category and grant the single award that offers you the strongest support.
Scholarship awards are applied against tuition fees. Other costs such as uniforms, learning materials, examination fees, and living expenses are not covered unless stated otherwise in your award letter.
Continuation depends on maintaining the academic standard set out in your award letter. The scholarship office confirms renewal requirements at the start of each academic year.
Applications are reviewed after the deadline closes. Selected candidates are contacted directly by the scholarship office using the contact details on the application form.
Ready to Apply for a Scholarship?
Explore our programs first, then speak with the scholarship office to confirm which award you are eligible for.