Nepal Government Salary Scale 2083/84: Latest Salary of Government Employees
Updated on Jestha 15, 2083 (May 29, 2026): The Government of Nepal has announced a salary adjustment for government employees through the FY 2083/84 budget. The announcement includes a 10% increase in the starting basic salary scale, a monthly incentive allowance equal to 10% of the revised salary scale, and continuation of the existing monthly dearness allowance (Mahangi Bhatta). Overall remuneration by around 21%, depending on post, grade count, and applicable allowances.
The final post-wise salary schedule should be verified from the official salary circular, Nepal Gazette notice, Ministry of Finance update, or FCGO payroll implementation document before it is used for payroll or official salary calculation. The exact salary scale for each level will be confirmed after the Ministry of Finance publishes the detailed schedule.
The revised salary arrangement applies from Shrawan 1, 2083, which falls on July 17, 2026, as the effective date for FY 2083/84 payroll implementation.
Table of Content
- Nepal Government Salary Scale 2083/84: Latest Salary of Government Employees
- Scope and Coverage
- Latest Update on Nepal Government Salary Scale 2083/84
- How the Estimated Salary Is Calculated
- Nepal Government Employee Salary Scale Table 2083/84
- Chief Secretary Salary Calculation Example
- Civil Service / Nijamati Karmachari Salary in Nepal
- Teacher Salary Scale in Nepal 2083/84
- Health Service Salary Scale in Nepal 2083/84
- Nepal Police Salary Scale 2083/84
- Armed Police Force Salary Scale 2083/84
- Nepal Army Salary Scale 2083/84
- Grade Rate and Grade Number Explained
- Allowances for Government Employees in Nepal
- Deductions from Government Salary
- How to Calculate Monthly Take-Home Salary
- Old Salary vs New Salary: Example Comparison
- Official Sources to Check
- Note
- Allowances and Facilities
- Deductions and Tax from Salary
- Take-Home Salary Formula
- Conclusion
- Verification Box
Scope and Coverage
This article covers the salary structure for FY 2083/84 of all levels of public servants who receive salary from the Nepal Government treasury.
Coverage Summary
This article includes detailed information on salary scale, grades, and allowances for the following groups:
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Civil Service: All categories and levels of both Gazetted and Non-gazetted employees
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Security Agencies: Nepal Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force (APF), and National Investigation Department (Rastraiya Anusandhan Bibhag)
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Teaching Service: Community school teachers (primary, lower secondary, and secondary levels) - TSC
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Health Service: Various levels and positions under Nepal Health Service
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Parliament Service: Employees of the Federal Parliament Secretariat
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Provincial and Local Levels: Employees adjusted based on the federal salary scale
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Constitutional Bodies: Employees of bodies such as CIAA and Public Service Commission
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Public Enterprises: Although separate regulations may apply in government-owned enterprises, analysis of the minimum standards set by the government
Latest Update on Nepal Government Salary Scale 2083/84
| Update | Details |
|---|---|
| Fiscal year | 2083/84 |
| Salary change | 10% increase in starting basic salary scale |
| Incentive allowance | 10% monthly incentive allowance, subject to final implementation details |
| Dearness allowance | NPR 5,000 per month continued |
| Verification status | Budget-announcement figures are available; final official post-wise schedule should still be verified |
The overall increase is being described as around 21% because the calculation combines the 10% basic salary increase and a 10% incentive allowance calculated on the revised salary scale.
The final amount may vary by post, grade count, service group, duty station, and payroll rules.
How the Estimated Salary Is Calculated
For provisional estimates, this article uses the following formula:
Revised Basic Salary = Previous Starting Basic Salary × 1.10
Incentive Allowance = Revised Basic Salary × 10%
Estimated Minimum Gross Salary = Revised Basic Salary + Incentive Allowance + NPR 5,000 Dearness Allowance
This can also be written as:
Estimated Minimum Gross Salary = Previous Starting Basic Salary × 1.21 + NPR 5,000
These figures do not include grade amount, ration allowance, remote allowance, risk allowance, uniform allowance, tax, provident fund deduction, pension deduction, insurance, or other deductions.
Nepal Government Employee Salary Scale Table 2083/84
The following table shows estimated minimum monthly gross salary for selected posts. The calculation is based on the FY 2082/83 starting basic salary figures used in the existing article and the FY 2083/84 salary-change formula.
| Position | FY 2082/83 Starting Basic Salary | FY 2083/84 Estimated Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Secretary | NPR 77,211 | Around NPR 98,425 |
| Secretary | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| Joint Secretary | NPR 56,787 | Around NPR 73,712 |
| Under Secretary | NPR 48,737 | Around NPR 63,972 |
| Section Officer | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Nayab Subba | NPR 34,730 | Around NPR 47,023 |
| Kharidar | NPR 32,902 | Around NPR 44,811 |
| Office Assistant | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
Chief Secretary Salary Calculation Example
The previous starting basic salary of the Chief Secretary was NPR 77,211.
| Component | Calculation | Estimated Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Revised basic salary | 77,211 × 1.10 | NPR 84,932 |
| Incentive allowance | 84,932 × 10% | NPR 8,493 |
| Dearness allowance | Fixed monthly allowance | NPR 5,000 |
| Estimated gross before grade | Basic + incentive + dearness allowance | NPR 98,425 |
If grade amount is added according to the final official rule, the actual gross salary will be higher. For example, if two grades are calculated on the revised basic salary using the usual one-day-pay method, the total would be around NPR 104,087. This grade-based amount should be verified from the official schedule before use in payroll.
Civil Service / Nijamati Karmachari Salary in Nepal
Civil service salaries are structured by post, class, level, and grade. The main salary components are:
| Component | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Basic salary | Main salary scale fixed by post and level |
| Grade amount | Increment added according to eligible grade count |
| Dearness allowance | Monthly allowance to support living-cost pressure |
| Incentive allowance | Newly announced allowance linked with the revised pay arrangement |
The estimated gross figures above are useful for general information, but the actual take-home salary will depend on grade count, tax liability, deductions, and service-specific allowances.
Teacher Salary Scale in Nepal 2083/84
Community school teachers’ salary scale is generally aligned with the government salary structure. The following table shows estimated minimum monthly gross salary before grade, deductions, and other facilities.
| Teacher Level | FY 2082/83 Starting Basic Salary | FY 2083/84 Estimated Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary Level, First | NPR 56,787 | Around NPR 73,712 |
| Secondary Level, Second | NPR 48,737 | Around NPR 63,972 |
| Secondary Level, Third | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Lower Secondary Level, First | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Lower Secondary Level, Second | NPR 40,389 | Around NPR 53,871 |
| Primary Level, First | NPR 40,389 | Around NPR 53,871 |
Teacher take-home salary may differ according to grade count, deductions, appointment category, and applicable education-service rules.
Health Service Salary Scale in Nepal 2083/84
| Health Service Level | FY 2082/83 Starting Basic Salary | FY 2083/84 Estimated Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Twelfth Level | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| Eleventh Level | NPR 56,787 | Around NPR 73,712 |
| Eighth/Seventh Level | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Fifth Level | NPR 34,730 | Around NPR 47,023 |
Health workers may receive additional facilities according to posting, duty type, risk exposure, and service rules. These additional allowances are not included in the table.
Nepal Police Salary Scale 2083/84
| Nepal Police Rank | FY 2082/83 Starting Basic Salary | FY 2083/84 Estimated Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Inspector General of Police | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| Additional Inspector General | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| Deputy Inspector General | NPR 56,787 | Around NPR 73,712 |
| Senior Superintendent of Police | NPR 52,603 | Around NPR 68,650 |
| Superintendent of Police | NPR 48,737 | Around NPR 63,972 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Police Inspector | NPR 40,389 | Around NPR 53,871 |
| Sub-Inspector | NPR 34,730 | Around NPR 47,023 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | NPR 32,902 | Around NPR 44,811 |
| Police Constable | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
The table excludes ration allowance, grade amount, uniform allowance, risk allowance, deductions, and other facilities.
Armed Police Force Salary Scale 2083/84
| APF Rank | FY 2082/83 Starting Basic Salary | FY 2083/84 Estimated Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|
| APF Inspector General | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| APF Additional Inspector General | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| APF Deputy Inspector General | NPR 56,787 | Around NPR 73,712 |
| APF Senior Superintendent | NPR 52,603 | Around NPR 68,650 |
| APF Superintendent | NPR 48,737 | Around NPR 63,972 |
| APF Deputy Superintendent | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| APF Inspector | NPR 40,389 | Around NPR 53,871 |
| APF Sub-Inspector | NPR 34,730 | Around NPR 47,023 |
| APF Assistant Sub-Inspector | NPR 32,902 | Around NPR 44,811 |
| APF Senior Havaldar | NPR 28,570 | Around NPR 39,570 |
| APF Havaldar | NPR 27,612 | Around NPR 38,411 |
| APF Assistant Havaldar | NPR 26,677 | Around NPR 37,279 |
| APF Constable | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
| APF Attendant/Follower | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
APF personnel may receive ration, deployment-based, uniform, and other service-related facilities under applicable rules.
Nepal Army Salary Scale 2083/84
| Nepal Army Rank | FY 2082/83 Starting Basic Salary | FY 2083/84 Estimated Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|
| General | NPR 77,211 | Around NPR 98,425 |
| Lieutenant General | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| Major General | NPR 56,787 | Around NPR 73,712 |
| Brigadier General | NPR 52,603 | Around NPR 68,650 |
| Colonel | NPR 48,737 | Around NPR 63,972 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Major | NPR 40,389 | Around NPR 53,871 |
| Captain | NPR 37,547 | Around NPR 50,432 |
| Lieutenant | NPR 34,730 | Around NPR 47,023 |
| Second Lieutenant | NPR 32,902 | Around NPR 44,811 |
| Subedar Major | NPR 32,902 | Around NPR 44,811 |
| Subedar | NPR 30,200 | Around NPR 41,542 |
| Jamadar | NPR 28,570 | Around NPR 39,570 |
| Hudda | NPR 27,612 | Around NPR 38,411 |
| Amaldar | NPR 26,677 | Around NPR 37,279 |
| Pyuth | NPR 26,411 | Around NPR 36,957 |
| Sipahi | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
| Follower | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
The Army table excludes ration allowance, grade amount, deployment-related facilities, peacekeeping-related benefits, deductions, and other service-specific payments.
Grade Rate and Grade Number Explained
Grade is an additional salary amount added according to the employee’s eligible grade count. In simple terms:
Total Basic Pay = Starting Basic Salary + Grade Amount
Where:
Grade Amount = Grade Number × Grade Rate
The grade rate and maximum grade count may differ by post, service, and official schedule. Because FY 2083/84 grade rates may be clarified in the detailed salary schedule, readers should verify grade-specific figures from the final government circular.
Allowances for Government Employees in Nepal
Dearness Allowance / Mahangi Bhatta
The existing NPR 5,000 monthly dearness allowance has been continued under the FY 2083/84 salary arrangement. This allowance is separate from the basic salary.
Incentive Allowance
The budget announcement includes a 10% monthly incentive allowance. Since reports describe this as a performance-linked allowance, the final implementation conditions should be checked in the official salary schedule or circular.
Service-Specific Allowances
Depending on service and posting, employees may receive additional allowances such as:
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Ration allowance for security personnel
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Remote or geographical allowance
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Uniform allowance
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Risk or duty-based allowance
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Technical or service-specific allowance
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Communication, transport, or official-duty facilities for eligible posts
These allowances are not uniform for all employees and should not be added unless the relevant rule applies.
Deductions from Government Salary
The actual take-home salary is lower than gross salary because deductions may apply. Common deductions include:
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Employees Provident Fund contribution
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Contribution-based pension deduction, where applicable
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Citizen Investment Trust contribution, where applicable
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Insurance deduction
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Income tax or TDS
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Other deductions under service rules
Specific tax amounts should be calculated using the applicable income tax law for the relevant fiscal year.
How to Calculate Monthly Take-Home Salary
Use this structure:
Total Monthly Income = Revised Basic Salary + Grade Amount + Dearness Allowance + Incentive Allowance + Other Applicable Allowances
Total Deductions = Provident Fund + Pension Deduction + Insurance + Tax + Other Applicable Deductions
Net Take-Home Salary = Total Monthly Income − Total Deductions
Because grade, tax, pension status, insurance, and service-specific benefits differ by employee, no single take-home figure applies to all employees in the same post.
Old Salary vs New Salary: Example Comparison
| Position | Previous Starting Basic Salary | Estimated Gross Before Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Secretary | NPR 77,211 | Around NPR 98,425 |
| Secretary | NPR 72,082 | Around NPR 92,219 |
| Section Officer | NPR 43,689 | Around NPR 57,864 |
| Nayab Subba | NPR 34,730 | Around NPR 47,023 |
| Kharidar | NPR 32,902 | Around NPR 44,811 |
| Office Assistant | NPR 26,082 | Around NPR 36,559 |
This comparison is based on the announced formula and does not replace the official salary sheet.
Official Sources to Check
For final verification, check:
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Ministry of Finance budget speech and budget documents
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Official salary circular or implementation document
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Financial Comptroller General Office payroll update
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Nepal Gazette (Rajpatra) notice
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Relevant ministry or service-specific circulars
Note
The FY 2083/84 salary adjustment has been announced through the budget. Public reports state that the adjustment includes a 10% increase in the starting salary scale, a 10% monthly incentive allowance linked with performance, and continuation of the existing dearness allowance.
However, the detailed official salary schedule may provide more precise figures for grade rates, pension adjustments, service-specific allowances, and payroll implementation. Until the official schedule is published, the salary figures in this article should be treated as estimated minimum gross monthly amounts based on the announced formula.
Allowances and Facilities
Basic salary is only one part of a government employee’s total remuneration. Depending on post, service group, duty station, and applicable rules, employees may receive additional allowances and facilities.
Dearness Allowance
The government has continued the existing dearness allowance for government employees. This allowance is provided separately from basic salary and is intended to help address living-cost pressure.
Incentive Allowance
The FY 2083/84 budget announcement includes a monthly incentive allowance equal to 10% of the revised salary scale. Reports describe this allowance as performance-linked, so its exact implementation should be verified from the official salary circular or payroll instruction.
Remote or Geographical Allowance
Employees posted in remote or difficult geographical areas may receive additional allowance according to government rules. The amount can vary by location, service category, and official classification of the duty station.
Ration Allowance
Security personnel in Nepal Army, Nepal Police, and Armed Police Force may receive ration facilities or ration allowance according to service rules. The rate may differ by rank, location, and official decision. This amount is not included in the estimated salary tables.
Uniform and Duty-Based Facilities
Some government employees, especially in security services and uniformed positions, may receive uniform, kit, or duty-related facilities. These benefits depend on the service rule and official circular applicable to the employee’s post.
Risk, Technical, and Service-Specific Allowances
Certain employees may receive risk, technical, health-service, field-duty, or workload-based allowances. These allowances are not universal and should be added only when the relevant law, circular, or service rule applies.
Dashain Expense and Leave Facilities
Government employees generally receive Dashain expense according to applicable service rules. Employees may also be eligible for leave-related facilities, including leave encashment, depending on the law and service conditions that apply to them.
Deductions and Tax from Salary
The gross salary shown in salary tables is not the same as take-home salary. Actual monthly payment may be lower after mandatory and optional deductions.
Common deductions include:
| Deduction | Details |
|---|---|
| Employees Provident Fund | The employee contributes 10% of monthly salary, and the employer adds the same amount. |
| Contribution-Based Pension | For employees covered by the contributory pension scheme, 6% is deducted and the government contributes the same proportion. |
| Citizen Investment Trust | Optional contribution, where applicable |
| Insurance | Deducted according to post, scheme, and applicable rule |
| Income Tax / TDS | Calculated according to the income tax law applicable for the fiscal year |
| Other deductions | Any deduction prescribed by service rule, payroll system, or employee option |
Take-Home Salary Formula
Total Monthly Income = Revised Basic Salary + Grade Amount + Dearness Allowance + Incentive Allowance + Other Applicable Allowances
Total Deductions = Provident Fund + Pension Deduction + Insurance + Tax + Other Applicable Deductions
Net Take-Home Salary = Total Monthly Income − Total Deductions
Conclusion
The FY 2083/84 budget announcement brings a salary adjustment for Nepal government employees through a 10% starting-scale increase, a 10% incentive allowance, and continuation of the NPR 5,000 monthly dearness allowance. The estimated tables above help readers understand the likely gross salary range, but they should be treated as provisional until the official post-wise salary schedule is published.
Verification Box
Published Date: Jestha 15, 2083 (May 29, 2026)
Fiscal Year: 2083/84
Sources: Nepal Government Budget 2083/84, official reports of the Ministry of Finance, Civil Service Record Office
Last Revision: Includes all government decisions up to today
Jestha 15, 2083 (May 29, 2026)
