Doctor Salary in Nepal (MBBS Income 2026)
एमबीबीएस डाक्टर
Doctor salary in Nepal is NPR 60,000-250,000/month. MBBS pay, specialist income, top hospitals hiring and how to become a doctor.
Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.
Salary by experience level
Key skills
- •Clinical diagnosis
- •Patient communication
- •Emergency response
- •Continuous learning
Perks & benefits
- •On-call allowance
- •Hospital meals
- •Insurance
How to become a Doctor (MBBS - General Physician)
1. Complete +2 in Science (Biology). 2. Pass MECEE-BL entrance for MBBS. 3. Complete 5.5-year MBBS. 4. One-year internship. 5. Get NMC license. 6. Start practice or pursue MD/MS.
How to earn more
Pursue MD/MS specialization; work at private hospitals; build private clinic; consultancy fees.
Career growth path
Specialist (MD/MS) -> Senior Consultant -> Hospital Director
Pros
- ✓Prestige
- ✓High income with specialization
- ✓Social respect
- ✓Career stability
Cons
- ×Long study
- ×Heavy debt for MBBS
- ×Workload
- ×Emotional burden
Frequently asked questions
How much does a doctor earn in Nepal?+
MBBS doctors earn NPR 60,000-110,000/month; specialists with MD/MS earn NPR 150,000-300,000+/month in private hospitals.
How to become a doctor in Nepal?+
Complete +2 Science, pass MECEE-BL entrance, complete 5.5-year MBBS plus 1-year internship, then get NMC license.
Which is the highest paying medical specialty in Nepal?+
Cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, gastroenterology and orthopedics are among the highest-paying medical specialties in Nepal.