All salary insights
Education · Schools

Secondary School Teacher Salary in Nepal (Pay 2026)

माध्यमिक शिक्षक

Secondary teacher salary in Nepal is NPR 28,000-80,000/month. Pay at top schools like Budhanilkantha, Rato Bangala, and government schools.

Minimum
NPR 28,000
Average
NPR 42,000
Maximum
NPR 80,000
NPR 28,000NPR 80,000

Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.

Median
NPR 38,000
Demand
Medium-High
Outlook
Growing in STEM/English
Sector
Both

Salary by experience level

Entry
NPR 28,000
per month
Mid
NPR 42,000
per month
Senior
NPR 80,000
per month
Education
Bachelor's in Education
Qualification
Bachelor's (Ed) + TSC license
Working hours
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Experience required
0-2
Top locations
Across Nepal
Top employers
Government schools; Private schools (Budhanilkantha, Rato Bangala, Ullens, Galaxy, Pathshala); Boarding schools

Key skills

  • Subject expertise
  • Classroom management
  • Assessment
  • ICT in education

Perks & benefits

  • Bonus
  • Medical
  • Pension (govt)
  • School lunch
Tax bracket: 10-30% slab

How to become a Secondary School Teacher

Complete Bachelor's in Education (BEd) in your subject; pass TSC license exam; apply for secondary level vacancy.

Certifications: TSC License

How to earn more

Master's degree (MEd); switch to high-paying private school; teach competitive exam prep; tutoring.

Career growth path

Head of Department -> Vice Principal -> Principal

Pros

  • Better pay than primary
  • Higher status
  • Tutoring income
  • Holidays

Cons

  • ×Exam pressure
  • ×Parent expectations
  • ×Large classes

Frequently asked questions

What is secondary teacher salary in Nepal?+

Secondary teachers earn NPR 28,000-50,000 in government; top private schools pay NPR 60,000-80,000+ for experienced teachers.

Which schools pay teachers the most in Nepal?+

Budhanilkantha School, Rato Bangala, Ullens, Galaxy Public School and international-curriculum schools pay the highest teacher salaries.

Is BEd required to teach in Nepal?+

BEd (Bachelor of Education) or equivalent plus TSC license is the standard requirement for secondary-level teaching in Nepal.

Open Secondary School Teacher jobs on Jwala Jobs

No matching openings right now. Check back soon or browse all jobs.