How much will Balen earn as PM?

KATHMANDU, March 27: As Balen Shah prepares to take office as Nepal’s Prime Minister, many are curious about the salary and perks that come with the country’s top executive role. The pay, allowances, and other benefits for the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Ministers, State Ministers, and Assistant Ministers are governed by the Ministers’ Remuneration and Facilities Act, 2049 BS.

During former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s tenure, certain provisions of the Act were amended in July 2025 to update ministers’ pay and benefits. The amendment, published in the Nepal Gazette, gave the Cabinet the authority to decide the salaries, allowances, and facilities for ministers, including the Prime Minister.

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Despite the amendment, the provisions in Section 3 of the Act still largely guide the salaries and benefits. Section 7 also provides for daily travel allowances during official trips, whether within Nepal or abroad, in accordance with prevailing laws.

According to the latest review under the Work Operational Directive, 2077 BS, the Prime Minister receives a monthly salary of Rs 90,000. The Deputy Prime Minister earns Rs 75,000, Ministers Rs 70,000, State Ministers Rs 67,000, and Assistant Ministers Rs 58,000. The Act also states that if a minister resigns, dies, or leaves office for any reason, they—or their legal heir—are entitled to an additional month’s salary.

Beyond the paycheck, ministers enjoy several perks. Government housing is provided, and the state covers electricity, water, and telephone bills for the Prime Minister and one unit for other ministers. Key ministers, including the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, Home Minister, and Finance Minister, also receive coverage for official telephone expenses abroad.

Vehicle facilities are another part of the package. The Prime Minister is allocated two vehicles along with 340 liters of petrol per month and 10 liters of engine oil per quarter. The Deputy Prime Minister receives one vehicle, 265 liters of petrol per month, and five liters of engine oil per quarter.  Other ministers get one vehicle, 230 liters of petrol per month, and five liters of engine oil per quarter. These provisions are designed to ensure that ministers can perform their duties effectively while serving the nation.