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

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 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.