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Carpenter Daily Wage in Nepal (Sikarmi Pay 2026)
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Carpenter (Sikarmi) daily wage in Nepal is NPR 1,200-2,800/day (NPR 25,000-80,000/month). Furniture and interior trim pay.
Minimum
NPR 25,000
Average
NPR 42,000
Maximum
NPR 80,000
NPR 25,000NPR 80,000
Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.
Median
NPR 38,000
Demand
Very High
Outlook
Strong
Sector
Private
Salary by experience level
Entry
NPR 25,000
per month
Mid
NPR 42,000
per month
Senior
NPR 80,000
per month
Education
None required
Qualification
Apprenticeship
Working hours
8-10 hours
Experience required
2+
Top locations
All cities
Top employers
Construction sites; Furniture shops; Interior designers; Homeowners
Key skills
- •Woodworking
- •Furniture making
- •Door/window installation
- •Power tools
- •Finishing
Perks & benefits
- •Cash
- •Workshop equity
Tax bracket: Often informal
How to become a Carpenter (Sikarmi)
Apprentice with senior carpenter or furniture shop; gradually take own work.
Certifications: CTEVT skill certificate
How to earn more
Specialize in furniture making, interior fit-out; open own workshop.
Career growth path
Senior Carpenter -> Workshop Owner -> Furniture Business
Pros
- ✓Skilled trade
- ✓Workshop ownership path
- ✓Custom furniture demand
Cons
- ×Wood dust
- ×Long hours
- ×Tool investment
Frequently asked questions
What is carpenter daily wage in Nepal?+
General carpenters earn NPR 1,200-1,800/day; skilled furniture makers and interior carpenters earn NPR 2,200-2,800/day.
How to become a carpenter in Nepal?+
Apprentice with a senior carpenter or furniture workshop for 2-3 years, learn woodworking and power tools.
Is carpentry a good trade in Nepal?+
Yes, with strong construction demand and custom furniture growth, skilled carpenters can earn NPR 70,000-80,000/month.
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