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Plumber Salary in Nepal (Pay 2026)
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Plumber salary in Nepal is NPR 22,000-65,000/month (NPR 1,000-2,500/day). Construction and service call pay.
Minimum
NPR 22,000
Average
NPR 35,000
Maximum
NPR 65,000
NPR 22,000NPR 65,000
Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.
Median
NPR 32,000
Demand
High
Outlook
Strong
Sector
Private
Salary by experience level
Entry
NPR 22,000
per month
Mid
NPR 35,000
per month
Senior
NPR 65,000
per month
Education
None required
Qualification
Apprenticeship; CTEVT short course
Working hours
Daily; emergency calls
Experience required
1+
Top locations
All cities
Top employers
Construction sites; Hotels; Housing societies; Homeowners; Plumbing contractors
Key skills
- •Pipe fitting
- •Water systems
- •Drainage
- •Tools
- •Troubleshooting
Perks & benefits
- •Cash payments
- •Tips
Tax bracket: Often informal
How to become a Plumber
Apprentice with senior plumber or take CTEVT short course; build own client base.
Certifications: CTEVT plumber certificate
How to earn more
Specialize in commercial plumbing or solar water heating; open own service.
Career growth path
Senior Plumber -> Contractor
Pros
- ✓Always in demand
- ✓Emergency calls pay well
- ✓Self-employed option
Cons
- ×Messy work
- ×Emergency timings
- ×Heavy lifting
Frequently asked questions
What is plumber daily wage in Nepal?+
General plumbers earn NPR 1,000-1,500/day; experienced plumbers handling commercial projects earn NPR 2,000-2,500/day.
How to become a plumber in Nepal?+
Take a short CTEVT plumber course or apprentice with a senior plumber; gradually take service calls.
Are plumbers in demand in Nepal?+
Yes, plumbers are always in demand for new construction, repairs and emergency calls in cities.
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