What is the new tax slab in Nepal for FY 2081/82?

For an unmarried individual, the first Rs. 5 Lakhs is taxed at 1%. The next 2 Lakhs at 10%, next 3 Lakhs at 20%, next 10 Lakhs at 30%, and anything above 20 Lakhs is taxed at 36%. For married couples, the first slab is raised to Rs. 6 Lakhs.

Do SSF contributors pay 1% Social Security Tax?

No. If you contribute to the Social Security Fund (SSF), the 1% SST on your first salary slab is legally waived.

Nepal Salary Tax Calculator FY 2081/82

How is Nepal's Income Tax Calculated?

Navigating the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) tax slabs for the Fiscal Year 2081/82 (2024/25) can be incredibly complex. Many employees in Kathmandu and across Nepal are shocked when their HR drops a large Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) cut from their monthly salary. Using our Nepal Income Tax Calculator, you can accurately predict your take-home pay.

The New Tax Slabs (2081/82)

Slab 1 (1%): Up to Rs. 5 Lakhs for singles (Rs. 6 Lakhs for married couples). This is completely waived to 0% if you put your money in SSF or an approved CIT!
Slab 2 (10%): For the next Rs. 2 Lakhs.
Slab 3 (20%): For the next Rs. 3 Lakhs.
Slab 4 (30%): For the next Rs. 10 Lakhs (Single) or Rs. 9 Lakhs (Married).
Slab 5 (36%): For any income above Rs. 20 Lakhs per year. This includes the massive 20% extra surcharge directly placed on high-income earners.

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