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Forestry Officer Salary in Nepal (Pay 2026)
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Forestry Officer salary in Nepal is NPR 43,689-65,000/month. PSC exam, BSc Forestry and conservation career path.
Minimum
NPR 43,689
Average
NPR 52,000
Maximum
NPR 65,000
NPR 43,689NPR 65,000
Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.
Median
NPR 50,000
Demand
Medium
Outlook
Stable
Sector
Government
Salary by experience level
Entry
NPR 43,689
per month
Mid
NPR 52,000
per month
Senior
NPR 65,000
per month
Education
BSc Forestry
Qualification
BSc Forestry; PSC exam
Working hours
Field-based + office
Experience required
0-2
Top locations
All districts; national parks
Top employers
Department of Forests; National parks; ICIMOD; WWF Nepal; Community Forestry Federation
Key skills
- •Forest management
- •Wildlife
- •Community forestry
- •GIS
- •Conservation
Perks & benefits
- •Field allowance
- •Hardship
- •Pension
Tax bracket: 10-20% slab
How to become a Forestry Officer
Complete BSc Forestry at IOF Hetauda or affiliated; pass PSC Forestry Officer exam.
Certifications: PSC Forestry exam
How to earn more
Master's in Forest Management/Conservation; specialize in wildlife or REDD+; international NGO roles.
Career growth path
Senior Officer -> Forest Director -> Conservation Director
Pros
- ✓Outdoor work
- ✓Conservation impact
- ✓Govt job
Cons
- ×Remote postings
- ×Wildlife risk
- ×Limited urban posts
Frequently asked questions
What is Forestry Officer salary in Nepal?+
Forestry Officers earn NPR 43,689-65,000/month basic plus field, hardship and dearness allowances.
How to become a Forestry Officer in Nepal?+
Complete BSc Forestry at IOF Hetauda or affiliated college; pass PSC Forestry Officer exam.
Where do Forestry Officers work in Nepal?+
Department of Forests, national parks, community forestry programs, and international conservation NGOs like WWF and ICIMOD.
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