Labourer Daily Wage in Nepal (Mazdoor Pay 2026)
मजदुर
Labourer daily wage in Nepal is NPR 700-1,500/day (NPR 15,000-35,000/month). Construction, kiln and farm labour pay.
Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.
Salary by experience level
Key skills
- •Physical strength
- •Endurance
- •Following instructions
- •Basic tool use
Perks & benefits
- •Daily food (sometimes)
- •Cash payment
How to become a Labourer (General)
No formal qualification; show up at labour gathering spots (Chowk) early morning; daily wage hire.
How to earn more
Learn a trade (mason, carpenter, electrician); abroad work (Gulf, Malaysia, Korea via labour permit).
Career growth path
Skilled trade -> Foreman -> Contractor
Pros
- ✓Daily cash
- ✓No qualifications needed
- ✓Quick entry
Cons
- ×Inconsistent work
- ×Physical toll
- ×No benefits
Frequently asked questions
What is the daily wage of a labourer in Nepal?+
General labourers earn NPR 700-1,000/day; skilled labourers earn NPR 1,200-1,500/day in cities.
What is the minimum wage in Nepal?+
Nepal's minimum wage is NPR 17,300/month basic plus NPR 2,000 dearness allowance, as last revised by the government (verify current rate).
How to find labour work in Nepal?+
Daily-wage labourers gather at common chowks early morning; longer-term work is found via contractors or labour middlemen.