19th
of 193 nations on the Ataraxis Global Outsourcing Talent Index
15th
in Asia for English proficiency — most Nepali graduates are educated in English-medium schools and universities
15,000+
ICT graduates join Nepal's workforce every year, powering an IT sector growing 18–20% annually
Why Hire Nepali Talent?
Nepal's workforce of 8.4 million is anchored by a young, English-speaking generation of graduates and a technology sector that has more than doubled its headcount in four years. Wages remain significantly below regional peers — letting employers build skilled teams at a fraction of the cost of hiring in the West, the Gulf, or even neighbouring South Asian markets. Meet the team that helps global employers hire and build in Nepal.
Talk to our hiring teamExplore more below to learn why Nepal is emerging as a leading destination for global hiring.
Nepal's Human Resource Landscape
A closer look at the workforce behind every investment — from overall national talent to the specialists, new graduates, and low-cost labour that keep operations running.
Nepal's workforce is large, young, and increasingly connected — a foundation employers can build on with confidence.
8.4M
Total Labour Force
76.3%
Literacy Rate
56%
Internet Penetration
Literacy & Education
National literacy has climbed to 76.3%, with English-medium instruction now standard across most urban schools and universities.
English Proficiency
Nepal ranks in the top 15 in Asia on the EF English Proficiency Index — most graduates are comfortable working in English from day one.
A Young Workforce
An estimated 400,000 young people enter Nepal's labour market every year, keeping the workforce young and adaptable.
Nepal's workforce is large, young, and increasingly connected — a foundation employers can build on with confidence.
8.4M
Total Labour Force
76.3%
Literacy Rate
56%
Internet Penetration
Literacy & Education
National literacy has climbed to 76.3%, with English-medium instruction now standard across most urban schools and universities.
English Proficiency
Nepal ranks in the top 15 in Asia on the EF English Proficiency Index — most graduates are comfortable working in English from day one.
A Young Workforce
An estimated 400,000 young people enter Nepal's labour market every year, keeping the workforce young and adaptable.
Start Building Your Team in Nepal Today
Embark on your investment journey with confidence. From exploring opportunities to hiring your team, these resources are here to help at every step.
Guide to Investing in Nepal
From sector opportunities to incentives and legal setup, explore how to invest across Nepal's economy.
Go to guideNepal's Economic Profile
Key indicators, demographics, and the data behind every investment and hiring decision.
Go to guideConnect With Our Advisory Team
Get in touch with vetted advisors for a personalised consultation on hiring and investing in Nepal.
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