Under Secretary Salary in Nepal (Upa-Sachiv Pay 2026)
उप-सचिव
Under Secretary (Upa-Sachiv) salary in Nepal is NPR 60,000-75,000/month. See pay scale, allowances, vehicle facility and promotion path.
Typical monthly salary range month in Nepal, 2026.
Salary by experience level
Key skills
- •Policy drafting
- •Leadership
- •Public administration
- •Budget management
- •Coordination
Perks & benefits
- •Vehicle facility
- •Fuel allowance
- •Telephone
- •Medical
- •Pension
How to become a Under Secretary (Upa-Sachiv)
1. Serve as Section Officer for required years. 2. Pass internal promotion exam OR get promoted by seniority. 3. Complete promotion training. 4. Get posted as Under Secretary.
How to earn more
Pass Joint Secretary promotion exam; do MPA/MBA from abroad; serve in priority ministries.
Career growth path
Joint Secretary -> Secretary -> Chief Secretary
Pros
- ✓Higher pay
- ✓Decision-making power
- ✓Pension
- ✓Foreign training
Cons
- ×Political interference
- ×Bureaucratic stress
- ×Transfer pressure
Frequently asked questions
What is the salary of Under Secretary in Nepal?+
Basic salary is NPR 60,000+ with total compensation around NPR 80,000-90,000 including allowances and vehicle facility.
How to become Under Secretary in Nepal?+
Serve as Section Officer for the required years and pass the internal promotion exam conducted by Lok Sewa Aayog.
Is vehicle provided to Under Secretary?+
Yes, Under Secretaries typically get a government vehicle with driver and fuel allowance.