Share Gyan·Updated 2082 (2026)

Nepal Army Salary Range With Rank in 2082 (Recruit to Army Chief)

Nepal Army Salary Range

The government of Nepal had decided to increase the salary range of government employees in the fiscal year 2079/80. Here is the complete Nepal Army salary range from Recruit (Sipahi) all the way to Army Chief (General / COAS) based on rank and position.

Nepal Army Salary - Grade Rate

Beside basic salary, army personnel also get grade-wise increments and other allowances based on their service years and performance.

Nepal Army Salary Grade Rate
Note: The government has not increased the salaries, allowances, and other facilities of government employees for the fiscal year 2081-82. The figures below are based on the most recent available data.

Nepal Army Salary By Rank (2082)

Rank (English)Approx. Salary/Month
Recruit (Sipahi)~NPR 25,000
Lance Corporal (Naik)~NPR 27,000
Corporal (Havaldar)~NPR 30,000
Sergeant~NPR 32,000
Second Lieutenant~NPR 40,000
Lieutenant~NPR 45,000
Captain~NPR 50,000
Major~NPR 55,000
Lieutenant Colonel~NPR 60,000
Colonel~NPR 65,000
Brigadier General~NPR 70,000
Major General~NPR 73,000
Lieutenant General~NPR 75,000
General (COAS)NPR 77,211

Salary figures are approximate basic salary only, excluding other allowances and benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest post salary in Nepal Army?

The highest post in the Nepal Army is COAS General (Pradhan Senapati). The highest salary of NPR 77,211 is received by the COAS General. This salary does not include other services, allowances, and perks.

Brief Introduction About Nepal Army

The Nepal Army (Nepali: नेपाली सेना) is the military of Nepal, under the command of the Supreme Commander who is the President of Nepal. It is one of the oldest institutions of Nepal and plays a vital role in national security and peacekeeping operations worldwide.