Vehicle Insurance Prices in Nepal (2026 / FY 2083-84): Full Rate Table

Vehicle Insurance Prices in Nepal (2026 / FY 2083–84): Full Rate Table and What Changes Next

Short answer: compulsory third-party vehicle insurance in Nepal currently costs about Rs. 1,705 a year for a bike under 150cc and about Rs. 7,355 a year for a private car under 1000cc, rising to roughly Rs. 2,157 and Rs. 10,745 at the top bands. Those prices are set by a national tariff, so they are the same at every licensed insurer — shopping around saves you nothing on price. What almost no other page tells you: the FY 2083–84 budget doubled the third-party sum insured from Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh, and the regulator is currently rewriting the premium table because of it.

Vehicle insurance prices in Nepal right now: the full table

These are the amounts you actually pay at the counter or in the app — premium plus VAT plus stamp duty, all in. Every licensed non-life insurer in Nepal charges the same figures, because they come from the Motor Insurance Rate Directive, 2073 issued by the Nepal Insurance Authority (Nepal Beema Pradhikaran).

Vehicle class	Band	Annual third-party premium
Motorcycle / scooter (petrol)	Below 150cc	Rs. 1,705
	150–249cc	Rs. 1,931
	250cc and above	Rs. 2,157
Private car / jeep / van	Below 1000cc	Rs. 7,355
	1000–1600cc	Rs. 8,485
	Above 1600cc	Rs. 10,745
Electric two-wheeler	Below 800 W	Rs. 1,705
	800–1200 W	Rs. 1,931
	1200 W and above	Rs. 2,157
Electric four-wheeler	Up to 20 kW	Rs. 7,355
Electric four-wheeler	Above 20 kW	Rs. 8,485

You will see these numbers quoted as Rs. 1,705, Rs. 1,706.30 or Rs. 1,715 depending on which wallet or insurer you use. The next section explains exactly why, because that confusion sends a lot of people searching.

Why the same bike gets quoted three slightly different prices

This is the single most common point of confusion, and no competing guide explains it. The figure on your policy is not one number. It is a tariff premium with tax and stamp duty stacked on top:

Tariff premium

Rs. 1,500

Third-party liability plus compulsory personal accident cover

Plus 13% VAT

Rs. 195

Charged on the premium, not on the stamp

Plus stamp duty

Rs. 10

Flat, same on every policy

You pay

Rs. 1,705

Bike below 150cc, one year

The Motor Insurance Rate Directive, 2073 sets the combined third-party and personal accident premium for a motorcycle below 150cc at Rs. 1,500. Add 13% VAT and Rs. 10 stamp duty and you land on Rs. 1,705 exactly. The same arithmetic produces every other figure in the table above.

So the small differences you see are not different prices. They are rounding and presentation: some platforms display paisa (Rs. 1,706.30), some add a few rupees of policy or service charge into the displayed total (Rs. 1,715), and some show the clean tariff total (Rs. 1,705). If a seller quotes you materially more than the table — hundreds of rupees more — you are being charged a service fee, and you are entitled to ask what it is for.

Third-party premiums side by side

Seeing the bands against each other makes the jump from two wheels to four obvious. A private car costs roughly four to six times what a bike costs for the identical type of cover.

Bike below 150cc — Rs. 1,705

Bike 150–249cc — Rs. 1,931

Bike 250cc and above — Rs. 2,157

Car below 1000cc — Rs. 7,355

Car 1000–1600cc — Rs. 8,485

Car above 1600cc — Rs. 10,745

Bars are scaled against the highest private-vehicle band (Rs. 10,745).

Every insurer charges the same. So what should you actually compare?

Motor premiums in Nepal are tariff-based, not competitively priced. Sagarmatha, Shikhar, Himalayan Everest, National, Prabhu, United Ajod and the rest all quote the identical third-party figure for the identical vehicle. Any page promising to help you “find the cheapest third-party insurance in Nepal” is selling you something that does not exist.

That does not mean the choice is meaningless. It means the comparison shifts from price to service:

Claim settlement record. Claim ratios across Nepali non-life insurers vary widely. That variation is the real difference between two policies that cost the same.
Branch and workshop network near you. For a comprehensive policy this matters enormously. A surveyor who can reach your vehicle the same day is worth more than any discount.
How fast they issue the policy document. You cannot renew your bluebook without it, so a slow issuer can cost you a late fine.
Whether they sell digitally. Buying through eSewa, Khalti or an insurer’s own portal saves a half-day trip. The premium is the same either way.
Add-on availability if you want comprehensive cover — zero depreciation, engine protection, roadside assistance. These are priced on top of the tariff and do differ.

The change that is coming: sum insured doubled, premium revision in progress

This is the part every other guide is missing. The FY 2083–84 budget doubled the compulsory third-party sum insured from Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh. Because the payout limit doubled, the premium table has to be rewritten.

The Nepal Insurance Authority has formed a study committee to recommend the new rates, and has been amending the motor insurance directive accordingly. Authority officials’ preliminary working estimate is that third-party premiums could rise by up to around 70%. The tariff had last been set back in 2065 BS, so this is the first substantial revision in well over a decade.

What this means for you today: as of the time of writing, the Motor Insurance Rate Directive, 2073 is still the operative directive listed by the Authority, and the rates in the table above are still what you pay. The new rates are not in force yet.

But if you are budgeting for the year, or deciding whether to renew now or wait, it is worth seeing the scale of what has been floated:

Bike below 150cc

Now: Rs. 1,705

If premiums rise around 70%: about Rs. 2,900

Car 1000–1600cc

Now: Rs. 8,485

If premiums rise around 70%: about Rs. 14,400

These projections are illustrative only. They apply the regulator’s own preliminary ceiling estimate to today’s tariff. The final rates will be set by the Authority’s rate-fixing process and may land lower, be phased in, or differ by vehicle class — public transport, trucks and taxis are expected to be affected differently from private vehicles. Do not treat these figures as announced rates.

Third-party vs comprehensive: what you get for the money

What happens	Third-party (compulsory)	Comprehensive (optional)
You injure or kill someone else	Covered	Covered
You damage someone else’s vehicle or property	Covered	Covered
Driver and passenger accident cover	Covered (built into the premium)	Covered
Your own vehicle is damaged in a crash	Not covered	Covered, minus depreciation
Your vehicle is stolen or burnt	Not covered	Covered
Flood, landslide, earthquake, riot damage	Not covered	Usually an add-on peril, priced separately
Legally required to renew your bluebook	Yes — this is the minimum	Satisfies the requirement too
Typical annual cost	Rs. 1,705 – Rs. 10,745 by band	Scales with vehicle value — see below

The practical test is simple. Third-party protects your wallet from other people’s losses. Comprehensive protects it from your own. If losing your vehicle tomorrow would be a financial disaster you could not absorb, third-party alone is not enough, whatever the law says.

What comprehensive insurance actually costs in Nepal

Comprehensive is not a flat price, which is why you rarely see it in a table. It is built from three parts:

Own-damage premium — a percentage of the vehicle’s declared value (sum insured). For private four-wheelers this has run in the region of 0.63% to 0.87% per year depending on the value band and vehicle, which insurers often express as roughly Rs. 8.4 to Rs. 8.7 per Rs. 1,000 of sum insured. Two-wheelers sit higher as a percentage, commonly quoted around 2% to 2.5% of value.
The third-party component — the compulsory liability and personal accident element, as in the table at the top.
Tax and stamp — 13% VAT on the premium, plus Rs. 10 stamp duty.

Worked example: a car declared at Rs. 25 lakh

Own-damage at roughly 0.84% of Rs. 25,00,000 = about Rs. 21,000

Plus the third-party component for its CC band

Plus 13% VAT on the total premium, plus Rs. 10 stamp

Realistic all-in range: roughly Rs. 28,000 to Rs. 35,000 a year before any no-claim discount, and more if you add zero-depreciation or natural-peril cover. For a bike worth Rs. 2.5 lakh, comprehensive typically lands somewhere around Rs. 6,000 to Rs. 9,000 a year.

Two things that genuinely reduce the bill, and that sellers do not always volunteer:

No-claim discount. Go a year without claiming and the next renewal drops. The discount builds up over consecutive claim-free years, which is why making a small cosmetic claim can cost you more over three years than paying for the repair yourself.
Declared value discipline. Over-declaring your vehicle’s value inflates your premium every year and will not increase your payout, because settlement is capped at the depreciated value anyway. Under-declaring saves a little now and guts your claim later.

Depreciation: the number that decides what you actually get paid

Here is where most owners get a nasty surprise. A comprehensive claim is not settled at what your vehicle is worth. It is settled after a depreciation deduction fixed by the directive, based on the vehicle’s age:

Vehicle age	Depreciation deducted	You receive up to
6 months to 1 year	5%	95% of value
1 to 2 years	10%	90%
2 to 3 years	15%	85%
3 to 4 years	25%	75%
4 to 5 years	35%	65%
5 to 10 years	40%	60%

And once a vehicle passes 10 years from registration, an additional loading of around 10% is applied to the premium calculated that way. So an older vehicle pays more for cover and receives less when it claims. That combination is precisely when owners should sit down and ask whether comprehensive still makes financial sense, or whether third-party plus a repair fund is the better call.

Electric vehicle insurance prices

EVs are not a separate insurance regime in Nepal. They sit inside the same directive, banded by motor power instead of engine capacity:

Electric two-wheelers pay exactly what petrol bikes pay — Rs. 1,705 to Rs. 2,157 — banded by wattage rather than cc.
Electric four-wheelers pay Rs. 7,355 up to 20 kW and Rs. 8,485 above 20 kW.
For comprehensive EV cover, the own-damage rate is applied to the declared value in much the same way, with a lower percentage applied to the first Rs. 20 lakh of value and a higher one above it.

The real EV insurance question in Nepal is not the third-party price — it is the battery. Ask your insurer in writing how battery damage and battery replacement are treated under the policy, and whether the depreciation table is applied to the battery pack. The answer varies, it is the most expensive single component in the vehicle, and it is where EV claims most often go wrong.

How insurance ties into your bluebook, licence and fines

Vehicle insurance in Nepal is not a standalone purchase. It is a gate you have to pass through:

No valid policy, no bluebook renewal. The transport office checks it. Sort the insurance first, then pay the tax — our guide to checking vehicle tax and renewing your bluebook online walks through the full sequence and the fine bands.
Insurance does not fix a lapsed licence. They are separate documents with separate penalties. If yours is overdue, read the driving licence renewal fine rules in Nepal before you queue, because the 90-day window changes what you pay.
Still getting licensed? Start with applying for a driving licence online in Nepal, and if the trial is what you are worried about, the driving licence trial rules and 70-mark sheet explain exactly where people fail.
Renewing an existing licence? The step-by-step online licence renewal guide covers the current process end to end.
Driving outside Nepal? Your Nepali motor policy does not follow you everywhere. Check what cover extends across the border, and if you need the paperwork, see the International Driving Permit guide for Nepal.

What I have learned paying these premiums here

A few things that only become clear once you have actually renewed a policy in Kathmandu a few times:

Buy or renew insurance before tax day, not on tax day. The most common reason people pay a late fine on their bluebook is that they went to pay tax and discovered the policy had expired. Insurance takes minutes if you plan it and ruins a day if you do not.
Check the policy document for the engine and chassis number, not just your name. A typo there is invisible until you claim, and then it is the first thing a surveyor catches. Read those two lines the moment you get the paper.
Photograph the policy and keep it in your phone and in the vehicle. Traffic checks do not wait for you to find an email.
If an agent quotes a “special discounted” third-party rate, be suspicious. The tariff is fixed. A lower price means either a shorter policy period than you think, or something you do not want to be holding.
For comprehensive, ask where the nearest empanelled workshop is before you sign. People choose on brand and then discover the approved garage is across the valley. That distance is the difference between a cashless repair and fronting the money yourself.
Report accidents promptly, even small ones. Policies carry notification deadlines. A delay is the easiest reason for an insurer to reduce or reject a claim, and it is entirely avoidable.

Common mistakes in the pages ranking for this keyword

Worth stating plainly, because repeating these errors can cost you money:

“Beema Samiti sets the rates”

The regulator was restructured and renamed Nepal Beema Pradhikaran (Nepal Insurance Authority) under the Insurance Act, 2079. Pages still naming the old body are years out of date, and usually their figures are too.

Invented “premium ranges”

Several recent pages quote bands like “Rs. 2,200–3,000 for two-wheelers”. Third-party premiums are fixed tariff amounts, not ranges. A range is a sign the figures were estimated rather than checked.

Stale 2022–2023 tables

Wallet blog posts with the right numbers but no date leave you unable to tell whether anything has changed. With a revision actively in progress, the date matters more than usual this year.

Confusing tax with insurance

Annual vehicle tax is set by your province. Insurance premium is set nationally by the Authority. They appear on the same bill and are governed by completely different rules.

Frequently asked questions

How much is vehicle insurance in Nepal for a bike?

Compulsory third-party insurance costs about Rs. 1,705 a year for a motorcycle or scooter below 150cc, Rs. 1,931 for 150–249cc, and Rs. 2,157 for 250cc and above. These totals include 13% VAT and Rs. 10 stamp duty, and they are identical at every licensed insurer.

How much is car insurance in Nepal?

Third-party cover for a private car costs about Rs. 7,355 a year below 1000cc, Rs. 8,485 for 1000–1600cc, and Rs. 10,745 above 1600cc. Comprehensive cover is priced on the vehicle’s declared value instead and commonly lands around Rs. 28,000 to Rs. 35,000 a year for a car declared at Rs. 25 lakh.

Is vehicle insurance cheaper at some companies in Nepal?

No. Motor premiums follow the Nepal Insurance Authority’s tariff directive, so every licensed insurer charges the same amount for the same cover. Compare claim settlement record, workshop network and service speed instead of price.

Are vehicle insurance prices going up in Nepal?

A revision is in progress. The FY 2083–84 budget doubled the third-party sum insured from Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh, and the Nepal Insurance Authority formed a study committee to set new premium rates, with officials’ preliminary estimate suggesting an increase of up to around 70%. The existing 2073 tariff still applies until the revised rates are formally issued.

Is third-party insurance compulsory in Nepal?

Yes. It has been mandatory for motor vehicles since FY 2066–67, and you cannot renew your bluebook without a valid policy.

What does third-party insurance actually pay out?

It pays third parties for injury, death and property damage your vehicle causes, and includes compulsory personal accident cover for the driver and passengers. It pays nothing towards damage to your own vehicle. The compulsory sum insured was doubled to Rs. 10 lakh through the FY 2083–84 budget.

How much is electric scooter insurance in Nepal?

The same as a petrol bike: Rs. 1,705 below 800 W, Rs. 1,931 for 800–1200 W, and Rs. 2,157 for 1200 W and above. Electric cars pay Rs. 7,355 up to 20 kW and Rs. 8,485 above that.

Why does my insurance quote show Rs. 1,706.30 instead of Rs. 1,705?

Rounding. The tariff premium of Rs. 1,500 plus 13% VAT plus Rs. 10 stamp duty gives Rs. 1,705; some platforms display paisa or fold a small policy charge into the figure. Differences of a few rupees are normal. Differences of hundreds are a service fee you should ask about.

Should I buy comprehensive insurance for an older vehicle?

Run the numbers first. Vehicles aged 5 to 10 years face a 40% depreciation deduction on claims, and vehicles past 10 years from registration attract roughly a 10% premium loading. At some point the premium stops being good value against the realistic payout, and third-party plus your own repair fund is the more rational choice.

Can I buy vehicle insurance online in Nepal?

Yes. Third-party policies can be bought and renewed through eSewa, Khalti and most insurers’ own portals, often bundled with bluebook renewal. The premium is the tariff amount either way, so buying online costs no more than buying at a branch.

The short version

Third-party insurance is compulsory and costs Rs. 1,705 to Rs. 2,157 for bikes and Rs. 7,355 to Rs. 10,745 for private cars, all taxes included.
The price is identical at every insurer. Compare claim service, not premium.
Your quote is tariff premium plus 13% VAT plus Rs. 10 stamp — that is where the odd numbers come from.
Comprehensive is priced on declared value, roughly 0.63% to 0.87% a year for cars, and claims are settled after a fixed depreciation deduction.
A premium revision is in progress because the sum insured doubled to Rs. 10 lakh. Budget for an increase, but pay today’s tariff until the new rates are issued.
Renew insurance before your bluebook deadline, not on it.

Rates, directives and provincial rules change each fiscal year, and this one is a year of active change. Treat the figures here as the current tariff and your planning baseline, and confirm the live amount with a licensed insurer or in the app before you pay.

Driving License Trial Rules in Nepal (2083): 70-Mark Sheet, Instant Fails & Retrial

Driving license trial rules in Nepal – 70-mark trial sheet for bike, scooter and car

Driving License Trial Rules in Nepal (2083): 70-Mark Sheet, Instant Fails & Retrial Rules

The driving license trial in Nepal is no longer a one-mistake-and-you’re-out test. Since the Department of Transport Management (DoTM) brought in its point-based directive, every candidate starts with 100 marks, loses marks for small errors, and passes with 70 or more. But a short list of mistakes still ends the trial on the spot, and several popular guides get those rules wrong. This page sets out the official marking sheet for bike, scooter and car, shows real score examples, and explains exactly what happens if you fail.

Quick answer: driving license trial rules in Nepal

Trial is marked out of 100 across 7 stations. Pass mark: 70.
Bike/scooter: figure 8, narrow plank, U-turn, traffic light, bumps, ramp, behaviour.
Car/jeep: figure 8, bumps, U-turn, traffic light, ramp, garage (reverse) parking, behaviour.
Some mistakes are an instant fail whatever your score: tyre outside a line, foot down on the plank, touching the U-turn line, rolling back over 6 inches on the ramp.
You get 3 trial attempts on one written pass. After a first fail, the two retrials must happen within 18 months. Fail all three and you start again with a new form and the written test.

Rules checked on 8 October 2026 (22 Ashwin 2083) against DoTM’s trial directive as reported by Onlinekhabar, and 2025–2026 Kantipur reporting. Your transport office’s notice is final for your case.

On this page

Trial rules at a glance
Where the 70-mark rules come from
Bike and scooter trial marking sheet
Car and jeep trial marking sheet
Instant-fail mistakes
Score examples: pass or fail?
Vehicle and trial-day rules
Retrial rules if you fail
After you pass
Common wrong claims, corrected
FAQ

Driving License Trial Rules at a Glance

Rule	What applies
Total marks	100
Pass mark	70 (so you can lose up to 30 marks)
Stations	7 for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers (two stations differ)
Scooter vs motorcycle	Same course and same sheet
Instant fail	Yes, for specific errors, regardless of marks
Attempts	3 trials per written pass
Retrial window	2 retrials within 18 months of the first fail
After 3 fails	New application + written exam again
Revenue after passing	Pay within 18 months of passing; licence issued within 24 hours of payment (new system from April 2026)

Where the 100 marks sit (chart)

Each bar shows the marks a station carries out of 100. The biggest stations are where a mark cut hurts most, but remember the red-box rules below: some smaller stations are pass-or-fail.

Bike / scooter (100 marks)

Figure 820

Ramp20

Traffic light15

Bumps15

Narrow plank10

U-turn10

Behaviour10

Car / jeep (100 marks)

Figure 820

Garage parking20

Traffic light15

Ramp15

Bumps10

U-turn10

Behaviour10

Where the 70-Mark Trial Rules Come From

The marking system comes from DoTM’s Driving Licence Examination Operation Directive 2077 (सवारी चालक अनुमतिपत्र परीक्षा सञ्चालन कार्यविधि निर्देशिका २०७७). It was announced in Chaitra 2077 (April 2021). COVID closures delayed it, and the new marking took effect when tests resumed in September 2021. Before that, a single error of any size meant failure.

Transport offices now sit under the provincial governments, so the pace of roll-out and day-to-day practice (trial centres, booking, use of your own vehicle) can differ by province. The marks and fail conditions below are the directive’s national standard.

Bike and Scooter Trial Rules: Full Marking Sheet

Category A covers motorcycles, scooters and mopeds. There is no separate scooter course.

Station	Marks	Marks cut	Instant fail
1. Figure 8	20	−5 line touched once; −5 foot down once	Line touched more than once; tyre outside the line; foot down more than once; wrong direction; engine stalls
2. Narrow plank	10	No partial cut	Foot touches ground; leaving the plank before the end
3. U-turn	10	−10 no indicator	Touching the line
4. Traffic light	15	−15 signal not followed	None
5. Bumps (speed breaker)	15	−5 foot down once; −5 engine stalls once	Foot down or stall more than once
6. Ramp (uphill/downhill)	20	None – one stall costs nothing	Stopping past the line or not stopping (up or down); rolling back over 6 inches; stalling more than once
7. Behaviour	10	−3 no mirror/tyre/brake check; −4 helmet not locked; −3 uncontrolled riding	None
Total	100	Pass: 70 or more, with no instant-fail error

Bike trial details that people miss

A stall in the figure 8 is a fail on a bike, even though one stall at the bumps only costs 5 marks.
One stall on the ramp costs nothing. A second stall fails you.
The plank is all-or-nothing: it is the only bike station where a single foot-down ends the test.
Locking the helmet strap is worth 4 marks before you even start the engine.

Car and Jeep Trial Rules: Full Marking Sheet

Category B (car, jeep, van) drops the plank and adds garage parking, where you reverse into an L-shaped bay.

Station	Marks	Marks cut	Instant fail
1. Figure 8	20	−5 per line touch, up to 2 touches	More than 2 touches; tyre outside the line; wrong direction; reversing when you should go forward
2. Bumps (speed breaker)	10	−5 engine stalls once	Stalling more than once
3. U-turn	10	−10 no indicator	Touching the line
4. Traffic light	15	−15 signal not followed	None
5. Ramp	15	None – one stall costs nothing	Stopping past the line or not stopping; rolling back over 6 inches; stalling more than once
6. Garage parking	20	−10 one forward move while reversing	More than one forward move; touching the line
7. Behaviour	10	−3 no mirror/tyre/brake check; −4 no seatbelt; −3 uncontrolled driving	None
Total	100	Pass: 70 or more, with no instant-fail error

Bike vs car: what’s different

Point	Bike / scooter	Car / jeep
Figure 8 line touches allowed	1 (−5)	2 (−5 each)
Special station	Narrow plank (10)	Garage parking (20)
Bumps	15 marks	10 marks
Ramp	20 marks	15 marks
4-mark safety item	Helmet locked	Seatbelt on
Other rule	Stall in figure 8 = fail	Rear-view camera must be covered

Instant-Fail Mistakes in the Driving Trial

These end your trial even if you had 100 marks up to that point.

Bike / scooter

Figure 8: 2nd line touch, 2nd foot-down, tyre outside, wrong direction, engine stall
Foot on the ground or leaving the plank early
Touching the U-turn line
2nd foot-down or 2nd stall at the bumps
Ramp: stopping past the line, not stopping, rolling back over 6 inches, 2nd stall

Car / jeep

Figure 8: 3rd line touch, tyre outside, wrong direction, reversing
2nd stall at the bumps
Touching the U-turn line
Ramp: stopping past the line, not stopping, rolling back over 6 inches, 2nd stall
Garage parking: touching the line, or a 2nd forward correction

Score Examples: Would You Pass?

The 30-mark margin goes faster than most people expect. Two “attention” mistakes, missing the light (−15) and the indicator (−10), already cost 25.

Candidate	Mistakes	Score	Result
Bike A	Figure 8 line touch (−5), no U-turn indicator (−10), helmet unlocked (−4)	81	Pass
Bike B	Ran the light (−15), no indicator (−10), foot down at bumps (−5)	70	Pass (just)
Bike C	Same as B + skipped mirror/tyre/brake check (−3)	67	Fail
Bike D	Perfect run, but foot touched ground on the plank	—	Instant fail
Car A	Two figure 8 touches (−10), one parking correction (−10), no seatbelt (−4), rough driving (−3)	73	Pass
Car B	One stall on the ramp, otherwise clean	100	Pass

The lesson: the cheapest marks to protect are the ones that need no skill. Do the mirror/tyre/brake check, lock the helmet or wear the seatbelt, use the indicator before the U-turn, and read the light. That’s 32 marks, more than your whole margin.

Vehicle and Trial-Day Rules

Using your own vehicle

The 2077 directive lets a candidate who passed the written test take the trial on their own vehicle if it meets these standards. Whether your office or trial centre allows it in practice varies by province, so ask before trial day.

Requirement	Motorcycle / scooter	Car / jeep
Engine	At least 95 cc	At least 750 cc
Wheelbase	At least 1,200 mm	At least 2,300 mm
Size	—	3,300 × 1,450 × 1,450 mm (L × W × H)
Transmission	Manual for motorcycles	—
Hill hold / hill assist	Must be of the same standard type as trial vehicles
Papers	Registration and third-party insurance up to date
Condition	Fuel, brakes, transmission, doors, windows and locks working. Car rear-view camera must be covered.

What to carry on trial day

Original citizenship certificate or national ID
Your application number / printout from the online driving license (eDLVRS) application
Your existing licence, if you are adding a category
Your own helmet for a two-wheeler trial, and a fastened seatbelt in a car
Payment receipt if your office requires one for a retrial

Driving License Retrial Rules: What Happens If You Fail

A failed trial does not cancel your application, and you do not repeat the written test for your retrials.

Situation	Rule
Trial attempts	3 in total on one written pass
Time limit	After the first fail, the 2 retrials must be taken within 18 months
How to book	Apply for a re-trial (पुनः प्रयोगात्मक परीक्षा) through your transport office, online where your office enables it
Retrial fee	Charged per attempt (commonly quoted as Rs 500); pay the amount shown at payment
Fail all 3	Start again: new form and the written test again
Fail the written test	Wait 3 months before reapplying (Vehicle and Transport Management Act 2049, Section 49)
Bike licence holder adding car	No written test; go straight to the car trial

Watch for office closures. Trial centres do shut temporarily. In Bhadra 2083, for example, the Bharatpur transport office (Chitwan) suspended trials and re-trial applications for about six weeks. Check your office’s notice before you count on a date inside your 18-month window.

Before your retrial

Name the station that failed you and practise only that element first.
Rebuild the station with cones or bricks at home size and drill it in short daily sessions.
Practise on the same type of vehicle you will test on, especially for the ramp and plank.
Rehearse the “free” marks: pre-ride check, helmet/seatbelt, indicator, light.

After You Pass the Trial

Pay the licence revenue at your transport office. DoTM says revenue can be paid up to 18 months after passing; after that, the process starts again.
Licence within 24 hours: under a system DoTM started on 15 April 2026, data for everyone who paid revenue is sent to the printing centre the same evening and the card is printed overnight.
Track your card with our driving license print status check.
Diary the renewal date. A late renewal costs money; see the driving license renewal fine in Nepal.
Driving abroad? Once you hold a smart licence you can apply for an International Driving Permit through NASA.

Common Wrong Claims About the Trial, Corrected

You may read	What the rules say
“The 70-mark system started in 2023.”	The directive is from 2077 BS and took effect when tests resumed in September 2021. Provinces rolled it out at their own pace.
“Retrials must be done within 90 days.”	Reported practice is two retrials within 18 months of the first fail.
“Car ramp is 20 marks, parking is 15.”	Swapped: car ramp is 15, garage parking is 20.
“Touching the line in garage parking just costs marks.”	Touching the line is an instant fail. Only one forward correction is a mark cut (−10).
“Any stall on the ramp fails you.”	One stall on the ramp costs nothing. The second fails you.
“Missing the traffic light is a fail.”	It costs all 15 marks but is not an instant fail.

Could the Trial Rules Change Soon?

Possibly. A draft Vehicle and Transport Management Act prepared by the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport proposes a tougher trial, possibly including dirt and slippery road sections, and higher minimum ages. It is a draft, not law. Until it passes and DoTM issues new directives, the 70-mark sheet above applies. We will update this page if that changes.

Related driving licence guides

FAQ: Driving License Trial Rules in Nepal

How many marks do I need to pass the driving trial in Nepal?

You need at least 70 out of 100, and you must avoid every instant-fail error. A score of 85 with a foot down on the plank is still a fail.

What are the instant-fail mistakes in the trial?

The main ones are a tyre going outside a marked line, touching the U-turn line, rolling back more than 6 inches on the ramp, putting a foot down on the plank (bike), and touching the line or making a second forward correction in garage parking (car).

How many times can I retake the driving trial?

You get three trial attempts on one written pass. After the first fail, the two retrials must be completed within 18 months. If all three fail, you apply again and retake the written exam.

Do I have to retake the written exam if I fail the trial?

No, not for your retrials. You only sit the written test again after failing all three trial attempts.

Is the scooter trial different from the motorcycle trial?

No. Scooters and motorcycles use the same course and the same 100-mark sheet, including the narrow plank.

Does the car trial have a narrow plank?

No. Cars and jeeps take garage (reverse) parking instead, worth 20 marks.

Does stalling the engine fail the trial?

It depends where. On a bike, any stall in the figure 8 fails you. At the bumps, one stall costs 5 marks and a second fails you. On the ramp, one stall costs nothing and a second fails you.

How soon do I get my licence after passing the trial?

Since April 2026, DoTM says the licence is printed within 24 hours of paying the revenue. You can pay the revenue up to 18 months after passing the trial.

Sources: DoTM Driving Licence Examination Operation Directive 2077 as reported by Onlinekhabar (Chaitra 2077) and Onlinekhabar English (July 2021); Kantipur reporting on retrial and written-test rules (Mangshir 2082), the 24-hour licence system (Baisakh 2083) and the Chitwan trial-centre closure (Bhadra 2083). This is an independent guide, not a government website.

Likhit Exam Questions for Bike 2083: 71 Real DoTM Questions with Answers

Likhit exam questions for bike in Nepal – DoTM Category A and K written test

If you are getting a licence for a motorcycle or scooter, your likhit (लिखित परीक्षा) questions come from one place: the Department of Transport Management’s Category A and K question bank. DoTM published the revised 2082/83 version on 1 Asoj 2083 (17 Sep 2026). It has exactly 500 questions, and every exam paper is built from it.

Below are 71 of those questions with answers and a one-line reason, grouped in the same six sections as the real paper. You will also find the exact exam format from DoTM’s own instructions, which sections give the most marks per hour of study, and what to do if you fail.

Quick answer: bike likhit exam format (2083)
• 25 questions from a bank of 500 • 4 marks each • 30 minutes
• Pass mark 60 / 100 = at least 15 correct (you can miss 10)
• Fixed mix: 6 operation, 5 Act, 3 mechanical, 2 environment, 3 accident, 6 signs
• Fail? You can sit it again after 3 months
• Practise free: drivinglicensenepal.wilson.com.np

Checked against DoTM’s Category A & K booklet (Revision FY 2082/83) on 8 Oct 2026.

Contents

Exam format and marks
Which sections to study first
Category A or K?
Vehicle operation
Vehicle Act and rules
Technical and mechanical knowledge
Environmental pollution
Accident awareness
Traffic signs and signals
Nepali words on the paper
7-day study plan
If you fail
FAQ

Bike likhit exam format: questions, marks and time

The last page of DoTM’s booklet is an instruction to transport offices. It fixes the exam: offices may only use questions from the booklet, the exam lasts 30 minutes, you need 60 marks to pass, and each section contributes a set number of questions.

Section	Questions in bank	Asked in exam	Marks
1. Vehicle operation	130	6	24
2. Vehicle Act & rules	90	5	20
3. Technical & mechanical	80	3	12
4. Environmental pollution	30	2	8
5. Accident awareness	60	3	12
6. Traffic signs & signals	110	6	24
Total	500	25	100

Why some websites say 20 questions or 80 marks: when the system started in 2021 (Directive 2077), news reports described 20 questions and different pass marks. The current booklet says 25 questions and 60 marks. Mock tests with 30 questions or a 24/30 pass mark don’t match DoTM’s format.

Which sections to study first

Every question is worth 4 marks, but the pools are different sizes. Divide the marks by the questions you need to learn and a clear study order appears:

Environment · 8 marks from 30 Qs2.7 marks per 10 Qs

Vehicle Act · 20 marks from 90 Qs2.2 marks per 10 Qs

Traffic signs · 24 marks from 110 Qs2.2 marks per 10 Qs

Accident · 12 marks from 60 Qs2.0 marks per 10 Qs

Vehicle operation · 24 marks from 130 Qs1.8 marks per 10 Qs

Mechanical · 12 marks from 80 Qs1.5 marks per 10 Qs

Marks available per 10 questions studied. Calculated from DoTM’s section table.

So: learn the 30 environment questions first, then the Act and the sign shapes. Leave the mechanical pool for last — 80 questions buy you only 3 on the paper. You need 15 right, not 25, so a solid hour on the high-value sections matters more than finishing all 500.

Category A or K: which bank is yours?

The bike bank is one shared booklet for both. DoTM’s own answers settle what each category covers:

Category	Vehicles (DoTM Q137, Q139)	Minimum age
A	Motorcycle, scooter, moped and e-scooter	16
K	Scooter and moped only (no geared motorcycle)	16

If there’s any chance you will ride a geared bike, apply for A — it covers everything K does. Car applicants (Category B) use a separate 500-question booklet, though rules and signs overlap.

Vehicle operation (6 questions in your exam)

The biggest pool (130). Most questions are common sense, but the bike-control ones — which hand or foot does what — catch people who ride a scooter.

1. Which gear should you use while riding a motorcycle up a steep hill? (Q4)
(A) First gear · (B) Second gear · (C) Third gear · (D) Fourth gear
✓ A) First gear. First gear gives the most pulling power, so the bike climbs without stalling.

2. From which side should you overtake? (Q5)
(A) Left side · (B) Right side · (C) Both sides · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Right side. Nepal drives on the left, so you always pass on the right.

3. A moving motorcycle has to stop suddenly. What should you do? (Q7)
(A) Pull the clutch and press both brakes · (B) Press the rear brake hard · (C) Turn off the engine · (D) Shift down, pull the clutch and press both brakes together
✓ D) Shift down, pull the clutch and press both brakes together. The full answer wins: shift down, clutch in, both brakes together. Rear brake alone takes too long to stop.

4. When is using the headlight mandatory? (Q9)
(A) Daytime only · (B) At night and in low visibility · (C) Only on empty roads · (D) In a traffic jam
✓ B) At night and in low visibility. Headlights are for darkness, fog, rain and dust.

5. How should you signal to the vehicle ahead before overtaking? (Q18)
(A) Honk the horn · (B) Use the side indicator · (C) Both A and B · (D) None of the above
✓ B) Use the side indicator. The indicator tells everyone around you, not just the vehicle ahead.

6. A vehicle behind you is trying to overtake. What do you do? (Q23)
(A) Speed up · (B) Honk · (C) Don’t give way · (D) Turn on the left indicator and slow down to give way
✓ D) Turn on the left indicator and slow down to give way. Let it pass safely; racing it is how accidents start.

7. What does a continuous line in the middle of the road mean? (Q41)
(A) No stopping · (B) No parking · (C) No overtaking · (D) None of the above
✓ C) No overtaking. A solid centre line must not be crossed, so you cannot overtake.

8. Your phone keeps ringing while you ride. What should you do? (Q43)
(A) Pull over safely and talk after stopping · (B) Hold the phone in your helmet and keep riding · (C) Stop in the middle of the road · (D) Any of the above
✓ A) Pull over safely and talk after stopping. Never ride and talk. Stop somewhere safe first.

9. What must you press every time you change gear on a motorcycle? (Q47)
(A) Clutch · (B) Headlight · (C) Foot brake · (D) All of the above
✓ A) Clutch. The clutch disconnects the engine so the gear can change.

10. Between an uphill and a downhill vehicle, which gets priority? (Q48)
(A) The downhill vehicle · (B) The uphill vehicle · (C) Either · (D) All of the above
✓ B) The uphill vehicle. The vehicle climbing has the harder restart, so the one coming down gives way.

11. How do you ride a motorcycle downhill more safely? (Q78)
(A) Turn on the headlight · (B) Hold the clutch in · (C) Use first gear and brake gently · (D) None of the above
✓ C) Use first gear and brake gently. Low gear gives engine braking; holding the clutch in lets the bike free-wheel.

12. What happens when tyre pressure is low? (Q88)
(A) Mileage increases · (B) Control improves · (C) Fuel consumption increases · (D) Speed increases
✓ C) Fuel consumption increases. Soft tyres drag on the road, so you burn more fuel (and lose grip).

13. In what order do traffic lights change? (Q91)
(A) Green, Red, Yellow · (B) Red, Green, Yellow · (C) Green, Yellow, Red · (D) Yellow, Green, Red
✓ C) Green, Yellow, Red. Green to yellow (get ready to stop) to red.

14. What is the best thing for a two-wheeler rider to wear at night? (Q96)
(A) Fluorescent / reflective jacket or bright clothing · (B) Life jacket · (C) Raincoat · (D) None of the above
✓ A) Fluorescent / reflective jacket or bright clothing. Being seen is the whole point at night.

15. On a geared petrol motorcycle, what does the left foot control? (Q97)
(A) Clutch · (B) Brake · (C) Accelerator · (D) Gear
✓ D) Gear. Left foot = gear lever. Right foot = rear brake.

16. On a geared petrol motorcycle, what does the left hand control? (Q100)
(A) Clutch · (B) Brake · (C) Accelerator · (D) Both A and B
✓ A) Clutch. Left lever = clutch on a geared bike.

17. What does the right hand control on a two-wheeler? (Q101)
(A) Clutch · (B) Front brake · (C) Accelerator · (D) Both B and C
✓ D) Both B and C. Right grip is the throttle and the right lever is the front brake.

18. On a petrol motorcycle, which wheel does the foot brake work on? (Q102)
(A) Both wheels · (B) Front wheel · (C) Rear wheel · (D) None of the above
✓ C) Rear wheel. Foot pedal = rear brake.

19. When should you switch from high beam to low beam? (Q115)
(A) When no vehicles are visible · (B) When a vehicle comes from the opposite direction · (C) When the road ahead is unclear · (D) None of the above
✓ B) When a vehicle comes from the opposite direction. High beam blinds oncoming drivers.

Practise these as a timed test: try the free Nepal driving licence practice quiz — Nepali and English, works offline on your phone.

Vehicle Act and rules (5 questions)

Numbers and categories. These are pure memory, so read them twice.

20. Which vehicles can you ride with a Category A licence? (Q137)
(A) Car · (B) Tractor · (C) Motorcycle, scooter, moped and e-scooter · (D) Auto-rickshaw
✓ C) Motorcycle, scooter, moped and e-scooter. A covers every two-wheeler, geared or not, petrol or electric.

21. Which vehicles can you ride with a Category K licence? (Q139)
(A) Motorcycle and scooter · (B) Scooter and moped · (C) Motorcycle, scooter and moped · (D) Motorcycle and moped
✓ B) Scooter and moped. K is scooter and moped only, so no geared motorcycle.

22. What is the minimum age for a motorcycle licence? (Q144)
(A) 16 years · (B) 17 years · (C) 18 years · (D) 20 years
✓ A) 16 years. 16 for two-wheelers; 18 for a car.

23. After passing the written test, how many times can you take the practical (trial) test? (Q158)
(A) 1 · (B) 2 · (C) 3 · (D) 4
✓ C) 3. Three chances in total; fail all three and you start again.

24. Which exams must you pass to get a driving licence? (Q163)
(A) Written · (B) Practical · (C) Both A and B · (D) Neither
✓ C) Both A and B. Likhit first, then the trial.

25. Which documents must a rider carry at all times? (Q168)
(A) Bluebook · (B) Driving licence · (C) Both A and B · (D) Neither
✓ C) Both A and B. Licence and bluebook, every ride.

26. Who does third-party insurance cover? (Q176)
(A) Passengers · (B) Pedestrians (people outside your vehicle) · (C) The driver · (D) The co-driver
✓ B) Pedestrians (people outside your vehicle). The “third party” is someone other than you and the insurer, e.g. a pedestrian you hit.

27. Under which Act are driving licence provisions made? (Q194)
(A) Motor Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 2049 · (B) Driver’s Licence Act · (C) Transport Management Act · (D) Traffic Act
✓ A) Motor Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 2049. The 2049 (1992) Act; the exam guidelines come from its Section 49.

28. Where is a licence issued by a Transport Management Office valid? (Q199)
(A) Only in that province · (B) Only in that local level · (C) Throughout Nepal · (D) In any country
✓ C) Throughout Nepal. It is valid nationwide. Abroad you need an International Driving Permit.

29. According to the exam guidelines, how many questions are asked in the written exam? (Q200)
(A) 15 · (B) 20 · (C) 25 · (D) 30
✓ C) 25. DoTM’s 2082/83 booklet says 25 questions are asked. Older news reports said 20 — that was the 2021 rule.

30. On which side of the road do you drive in Nepal? (Q202)
(A) Right · (B) Left · (C) Either · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Left. Keep left, overtake right.

31. What should you do if you lose your licence? (Q204)
(A) Tell the Transport Management Office and apply for a duplicate · (B) Contact DoTM · (C) Get a duplicate from traffic police · (D) Get one from the District Administration Office
✓ A) Tell the Transport Management Office and apply for a duplicate. Duplicates come from the Transport Management Office.

32. How many marks do you need to pass the written exam for motorcycles and scooters? (Q215)
(A) 50 · (B) 80 · (C) 70 · (D) 60
✓ D) 60. 60 out of 100, i.e. 15 correct answers out of 25.

33. How many marks do you need to pass the practical exam? (Q216)
(A) 50 · (B) 30 · (C) 80 · (D) 70
✓ D) 70. 70 out of 100 in the trial.

Technical and mechanical knowledge (3 questions)

Only 3 questions come from 80, so don’t over-study — but know the basics below.

34. In which gear should a motorcycle be started? (Q231)
(A) First · (B) Second · (C) Neutral · (D) Any gear
✓ C) Neutral. Start in neutral so the bike doesn’t lurch forward.

35. What is the usual voltage of a motorcycle battery? (Q237)
(A) 18 V · (B) 12 V · (C) 15 V · (D) All of the above
✓ B) 12 V. 12 volts.

36. What is not found in a tubeless tyre? (Q238)
(A) Air · (B) Tube · (C) Rubber · (D) Air valve
✓ B) Tube. The name gives it away.

37. In which gear does a vehicle have the most pulling power? (Q245)
(A) First · (B) Second · (C) Third · (D) Fourth
✓ A) First. Lowest gear, most torque at the wheel.

38. What water is used in batteries? (Q246)
(A) Mineral water · (B) Drinking water · (C) Distilled water · (D) All of the above
✓ C) Distilled water. Only distilled water; tap water damages the plates.

39. What does a spark plug do? (Q247)
(A) Heats the engine · (B) Produces a spark · (C) Strengthens the engine · (D) Reduces fuel use
✓ B) Produces a spark. The spark ignites the fuel–air mix in a petrol engine.

40. What is the clutch used for? (Q249)
(A) To brake · (B) To change gear · (C) To stop the vehicle · (D) To add fuel
✓ B) To change gear. It disconnects engine from wheel so you can shift.

41. What does a dipstick do? (Q251)
(A) Checks engine oil level · (B) Checks water level · (C) Adjusts oil level · (D) None of the above
✓ A) Checks engine oil level. Pull it out, wipe, dip again, read the oil level.

42. What does the engine kill switch do? (Q260)
(A) Turns on the light · (B) Shuts the engine off immediately · (C) Turns the tyre · (D) Heats the engine
✓ B) Shuts the engine off immediately. The red switch on the right handlebar — use it if the throttle sticks or you fall.

43. Your petrol bike emits black smoke when started. What do you do? (Q262)
(A) Block the silencer · (B) Remove the silencer · (C) Take it to a workshop · (D) Add fuel
✓ C) Take it to a workshop. Black smoke means incomplete combustion — it needs repair.

44. Why doesn’t a scooter have gears? (Q268)
(A) Because it is small · (B) Because it has automatic transmission · (C) Because it has manual transmission · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Because it has automatic transmission. Scooters use an automatic (CVT) transmission.

45. Your motorcycle’s accelerator gets stuck. What should you do? (Q288)
(A) Pull the clutch and brake gradually while shifting down · (B) Grab the front brake at once · (C) Grab the rear brake at once · (D) Slam both brakes
✓ A) Pull the clutch and brake gradually while shifting down. Clutch in cuts drive to the wheel; then slow down gradually.

46. How is a two-wheeler’s front brake operated? (Q289)
(A) Right hand · (B) Left hand · (C) Right foot · (D) Left foot
✓ A) Right hand. Right lever.

47. What is regenerative braking? (Q297)
(A) Brakes that produce heat · (B) Sending energy back to the battery while braking · (C) Not braking · (D) Stopping the tyre
✓ B) Sending energy back to the battery while braking. Electric scooters recharge a little each time you slow down.

Environmental pollution (2 questions)

The smallest pool: 30 questions for 8 marks. Best return on your study time.

48. Which pollutes more, a two-stroke or a four-stroke engine? (Q303)
(A) Two-stroke · (B) Four-stroke · (C) Both · (D) Neither
✓ A) Two-stroke. Two-strokes burn oil mixed with the fuel.

49. Which engine pollutes the least? (Q305)
(A) Diesel · (B) Petrol · (C) Electric · (D) Both B and C
✓ C) Electric. No tailpipe at all.

50. What colour smoke comes from a poorly maintained motorcycle? (Q308)
(A) Blue · (B) Black · (C) White · (D) Green
✓ B) Black. Black = too much fuel, poor combustion.

51. What does a catalytic converter do? (Q309)
(A) Filters oil · (B) Treats exhaust smoke · (C) Increases engine capacity · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Treats exhaust smoke. It converts harmful exhaust gases into less harmful ones.

52. Smoke from which vehicle has the most carbon particles? (Q314)
(A) Diesel · (B) Petrol · (C) LPG · (D) CNG
✓ A) Diesel. Diesel produces the most soot.

53. How does your vehicle cause noise pollution? (Q320)
(A) Too much lighting · (B) Overusing the horn · (C) High speed · (D) Crowded areas
✓ B) Overusing the horn. The horn is the main culprit in Kathmandu.

54. What unit is noise measured in? (Q329)
(A) PSI · (B) Decibel · (C) Bar · (D) Pascal
✓ B) Decibel. Decibel (dB).

Accident awareness (3 questions)

When in doubt, pick the answer that helps the injured person and slows you down.

55. Why is a helmet necessary? (Q340)
(A) To avoid traffic police · (B) To protect your head in an accident · (C) Nothing happens · (D) All of the above
✓ B) To protect your head in an accident. Head injuries are the main cause of death in two-wheeler crashes.

56. Which is the most unsafe vehicle in terms of accidents? (Q342)
(A) Jeep · (B) Truck · (C) Bus · (D) Motorcycle / scooter
✓ D) Motorcycle / scooter. Riders have no protective shell.

57. What should you do first for someone injured in an accident? (Q343)
(A) Record a video · (B) Give first aid · (C) Run away · (D) Nothing
✓ B) Give first aid. Help first, and call 100 (police) or 102 (ambulance).

58. If an injured person vomits, how should they be positioned? (Q353)
(A) Flat on their back · (B) Face down · (C) Any position · (D) Turned on their side (recovery position)
✓ D) Turned on their side (recovery position). Lying on the side keeps the airway clear.

59. What happens if you overtake from the left? (Q363)
(A) You arrive faster · (B) Risk of accident increases · (C) Nothing much · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Risk of accident increases. Drivers don’t expect to be passed on the left.

60. The battery short-circuits and catches fire. What do you do first? (Q370)
(A) Speed up · (B) Switch off the engine · (C) Run away · (D) Pour water on it
✓ B) Switch off the engine. Cut the electrics first. Water on an electrical fire is a bad idea.

61. What makes motorcycles fall most often? (Q381)
(A) Using the front brake hard at high speed · (B) Turning right · (C) Using both brakes · (D) All of the above
✓ A) Using the front brake hard at high speed. A grabbed front brake at speed locks the wheel.

62. Should you give food or drink to an accident victim straight away? (Q383)
(A) Yes, food · (B) Let them drink water · (C) No food or drink · (D) All of the above
✓ C) No food or drink. They may need surgery or may choke.

63. What happens if you ride in a zigzag on the road? (Q389)
(A) Risk of accident increases · (B) Skill improves · (C) You arrive faster · (D) All of the above
✓ A) Risk of accident increases. Weaving is one of the most common causes of bike crashes.

Traffic signs and signals (6 questions)

These are the text questions. About 85 of the 110 sign questions are pictures — practise those with images (see the practice link below).

64. What does a stop line mean? (Q393)
(A) Stop the vehicle completely · (B) Slow down · (C) Turn · (D) Speed up
✓ A) Stop the vehicle completely. Stop behind it, not on it.

65. What should you do when the light is red? (Q394)
(A) Go immediately · (B) Stop the vehicle · (C) Get ready to move · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Stop the vehicle. Red means stop.

66. What does a triangular traffic sign mean? (Q396)
(A) Information · (B) Warning (cautionary) · (C) Restriction · (D) All of the above
✓ B) Warning (cautionary). Triangle = warning of something ahead.

67. What does a rectangular or square sign mean? (Q397)
(A) Information · (B) Warning · (C) Restriction · (D) Both B and C
✓ A) Information. Rectangles give information — parking, hospital, petrol pump.

68. What does a circular sign mean? (Q398)
(A) Information · (B) Warning · (C) Restriction (an order) · (D) All of the above
✓ C) Restriction (an order). Circles tell you what you must or must not do.

69. Which colour is not used for road markings? (Q400)
(A) White · (B) Yellow · (C) Red · (D) Black
✓ C) Red. Road markings use white, yellow and black.

70. What does a continuous white line in the centre of the road mean? (Q402)
(A) Cannot be crossed · (B) Can be crossed · (C) Both · (D) None
✓ A) Cannot be crossed. Same rule as Q41 above: no crossing, no overtaking.

71. How many colours does a traffic signal have? (Q403)
(A) 2 · (B) 3 · (C) 4 · (D) 5
✓ B) 3. Red, yellow and green.

Nepali words you’ll see on the paper

Most offices run the exam in Nepali. If you studied in English, learn these words so the question doesn’t trip you up:

English	Nepali
Overtake	ओभरटेक / उछिनु
Clutch	क्लच
Accelerator	एक्सिलेटर
Brake	ब्रेक
Gear	गियर
Indicator	इन्डिकेटर
Zebra crossing	जेब्रा क्रसिङ
Pedestrian	पैदल यात्रु
Uphill / downhill	उकालो / ओरालो
Driving licence	सवारी चालक अनुमतिपत्र
Pollution	प्रदूषण
Accident	दुर्घटना
Traffic sign	यातायात संकेत चिन्ह
All of the above	माथिका सबै

A 7-day study plan

Day	What to do (about 1 hour)
1	Environment section (30 Qs) + the 4 sign shapes. Easiest marks first.
2	Vehicle Act & rules (90 Qs). Write the numbers on one page: ages, marks, attempts.
3	Sign pictures (Q416–500 in the DoTM PDF). Cover the options and name each sign.
4	Vehicle operation (130 Qs). Focus on hands, feet, gears and brakes.
5	Accident awareness (60 Qs) + mechanical (80 Qs), skim speed.
6	Two timed 25-question mocks. Note every wrong answer.
7	Re-read only your wrong list, then one last mock. Aim for 20+ to be safe.

On exam day bring your citizenship certificate and the exam slip or receipt your office gave you, arrive early, and read every option — “All of the above” is correct surprisingly often in this bank.

If you fail the likhit exam

Under Section 49 of the Motor Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 2049, a candidate who fails the written test can sit it again after 3 months. Use that time to work through the whole bank rather than another “important questions” list.

Once you pass, you get three chances at the trial, and you need 70 out of 100 there. Your licence is then printed as a smart card — you can check your licence print status online instead of visiting the office.

Related guides

Frequently asked questions

How many questions come in the bike likhit exam?

25 questions, chosen from DoTM’s 500-question Category A and K bank: 6 vehicle operation, 5 Act and rules, 3 mechanical, 2 environment, 3 accident awareness and 6 traffic signs.

What is the pass mark for the bike likhit exam?

60 out of 100. Each question carries 4 marks, so you need at least 15 correct answers out of 25.

How much time do I get?

30 minutes for all 25 questions.

Is the bike likhit exam the same as the car exam?

No. DoTM publishes a separate 500-question bank for Category A and K (bike and scooter) and another for Category B (car and jeep). Traffic rules and signs overlap, but the vehicle and mechanical questions differ.

Can I take the likhit exam in English?

DoTM publishes the bike question bank in both Nepali and English, but most offices run the paper in Nepali. Ask your Transport Management Office whether an English paper is available, and learn the key Nepali terms either way.

What happens if I fail the likhit exam?

You can retake the written exam after 3 months, as provided in Section 49 of the Motor Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 2049.

Where can I get the official bike likhit questions PDF?

On DoTM’s website under “AK” class written test questions 2082-83 (published 1 Asoj 2083), with an English version linked from the same page.

Sources: Department of Transport Management, “Collection of objective questions and answers for the written examination for driving licenses of category A and K”, Revision FY 2082/83 (dotm.gov.np, 1 Asoj 2083); Onlinekhabar, 11 Asar 2078 (Directive 2077); Ekantipur, 29 Mangsir 2082 (retake rules). Questions are quoted from DoTM with lightly edited wording; the reasons are ours. Checked 8 Oct 2026.

MDMS Registration Check: Check Your Phone’s IMEI Status in Nepal (2026)

Bought a phone from a shop in New Road, got one as a gift from abroad, or brought a new iPhone back from the Gulf? Before you trust it with your SIM, do an MDMS registration check. It takes less than a minute on the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) portal, and it tells you whether the phone’s IMEI is in the national database or at risk of being blocked.

Most guides only show one search box. The MDMS portal actually has four different checks, and people often use the wrong one. This guide shows each one, what every result means, and exactly what to do if your phone shows “Not Registered”.

Quick answer: How to do an MDMS registration check

Dial *#06# on your phone to see its 15-digit IMEI number.
Open the official portal: mdms.nta.gov.np.
Type the IMEI in the box under “Check Registration status of your mobile”.
Click Search and read the result.
For a dual-SIM phone, repeat with the second IMEI.

Official MDMS check links (NTA)

IMEI registration status check – for any phone, before or after buying
Individual registration application status – if you applied to register a phone from abroad
Lost/stolen phone status – if you reported a lost phone
Registration portal – individual, dual IMEI and lost/stolen registration

Only use mdms.nta.gov.np. Third-party “MDMS check” sites simply redirect you there, and some ask for details they don’t need.

What is MDMS in Nepal?

MDMS (Mobile Devices Management System) is NTA’s central database of mobile phones allowed to work on Nepali networks such as Nepal Telecom and Ncell. Every phone is identified by its IMEI number. If a phone’s IMEI is not in the database, it can be blacklisted, which means the SIM inside it stops getting network service.

NTA says the system was built to control illegally imported (grey market) phones and to help trace lost and stolen handsets. It also states plainly that buying or selling unregistered phones is illegal.

Short history, so you know which rules still apply:

Date	What happened
15 Sept 2022	MDMS started as a trial, then was paused after public protest
Jestha 1, 2080 (15 May 2023)	MDMS officially implemented; phones cleared at customs are registered automatically
Ashar 2080 (by 16 July 2023)	One-time window to regularise unregistered phones by paying a fixed tax
Kartik 20, 2080 (6 Nov 2023)	NTA began blacklisting unregistered phones, starting with premium handsets

Step 1: Find your phone’s IMEI number

An IMEI is a 15-digit number unique to each phone. You need it for every MDMS check. Three ways to find it:

Dial *#06# – works on almost every phone. The IMEI appears on screen instantly.
Settings – Android: Settings › About phone › Status (wording varies by brand). iPhone: Settings › General › About.
The box or bill – the IMEI is printed on the sticker on the retail box. Useful when checking a phone in a shop before you pay.

Dual-SIM phones have two IMEIs. Check both. A common problem is that only IMEI 1 is registered, so SIM slot 2 has no signal. NTA has a separate Dual IMEI Registration form for exactly this case (explained below).

Write the IMEI down or take a screenshot. Avoid sharing it publicly on social media, since it identifies your device.

The 4 MDMS checks – which one do you need?

Your situation	Check to use	You need
You already use the phone	Registration status of your mobile	IMEI
You are about to buy a phone (new or second-hand)	Validate registration before purchase	IMEI from box or phone
You applied to register a phone from abroad	Individual registration status	IMEI + email used in the form
You reported a lost or stolen phone	Lost/stolen status	IMEI + email used in the report

Method 1: Check if your current phone is registered

Go to mdms.nta.gov.np/public. Switch to English or Nepali at the top.
Find the first box: “Check Registration status of your mobile”.
Enter the 15-digit IMEI with no spaces or dashes.
Click Search.
Repeat for IMEI 2 on a dual-SIM phone.

Method 2: Check a phone before you buy it

NTA specifically asks buyers to confirm a phone is in MDMS before paying for it. This matters most for second-hand phones on Hamrobazar or Facebook Marketplace, and for “cheap” new phones without a proper VAT bill.

Ask the seller to dial *#06# in front of you, or read the IMEI from the box. Make sure the two match.
On the same MDMS page, use the second box: “Check registration status of new mobile before purchase”.
Enter the IMEI and click Validate Registration.
If it is not registered, don’t buy it, or ask the seller to register it first.

Method 3: Check your individual registration application status

If you submitted an Individual Registration form for a phone brought from abroad, the IMEI search alone won’t show your application’s progress. Use the form-status page instead:

Open Check Individual Registration Status.
Enter the IMEI number(s) you registered.
Enter the same email address you used in the registration form.
Click Check Registration Status.

Useful detail: if your application was rejected, this same page lets you edit and correct the form, so you don’t have to start a fresh application.

Method 4: Check lost/stolen phone status

If you filed a lost/stolen report, open Check Lost/Stolen Status and enter the IMEI plus the email used in the report. If you find your phone later, you can disable tracking from here. Note that NTA asks you to block your SIM with your operator (NTC or Ncell) before filing a lost/stolen registration.

What your MDMS result means

Result	Meaning	What to do
Registered	IMEI is in MDMS; phone is legal to use on Nepali networks	Nothing. Check IMEI 2 too.
Not registered	IMEI not found; phone may be grey-market or registered under a different IMEI	Re-check the digits, then see the fixes below
Pending	Your individual application is waiting for NTA verification	Wait and watch your email
Rejected	Documents unclear, details mismatched, or not eligible	Correct the form on the status page and resubmit

Exact on-screen wording can change when NTA updates the portal. If you see a message not listed here, read it literally and check the email linked to your application.

Phone shows “Not Registered”? Here’s what to do

1. Rule out a typo

Dial *#06# again and compare every digit. A single wrong number returns “not registered”. Check both IMEIs separately.

2. If you bought it in Nepal

Phones sold through authorised importers are registered by the importer, so you should not need to do anything. If yours isn’t, go back to the shop with your VAT bill and ask them to fix it. Without a VAT bill, you have very little leverage, which is why a bill is worth asking for every time.

3. If you brought it from abroad

Phones declared and cleared at customs are registered automatically. If you carried one phone for personal use and it isn’t showing, register it yourself through Individual Registration. You’ll need:

Your own email address (updates and OTP come here)
Passport or citizenship certificate
Passport page showing departure and arrival stamps, or your boarding pass
Phone brand, model and IMEI(s)

Upload clear scans. Blurry documents and names or addresses that don’t match your passport are the most common reasons for rejection.

4. If only one SIM slot works

This usually means IMEI 1 is registered but IMEI 2 isn’t. Use the Dual IMEI Registration form: enter both IMEIs, brand and model, and upload a JPG/JPEG screenshot of your phone’s screen showing both IMEI numbers (the *#06# screen works well).

5. If it’s a second-hand phone you already bought

Contact the seller first. If the phone was originally sold in Nepal, the first owner’s bill may help. If it was a grey import, you may not be able to regularise it yourself; contact NTA through nta.gov.np before spending more money on it.

How many phones can you bring from abroad?

Based on the rules announced when MDMS was implemented in May 2023:

Most travellers (students, visitors, returning Nepalis) can bring one phone for personal use without paying customs duty.
Migrant workers who went abroad on labour approval and worked for at least six months can bring one additional phone duty-free, but must declare it at customs.
Any phone beyond that is subject to customs duty.

Customs allowances are set by the Department of Customs and can change in a budget, so confirm the current rule before you fly.

Is there still an MDMS registration fee?

Many websites still show a “2026 fee table” of Rs 10,000 for iPhones, Rs 3,000 for other smartphones and a few hundred rupees for feature phones. Be careful with this. Those amounts came from a one-time regularisation scheme in 2023, when the government let people register already-unregistered phones by paying a fixed tax, with a deadline of 16 July 2023.

Today, a phone bought from an authorised dealer in Nepal costs nothing extra to register, and a phone you legally brought within your allowance is registered free through the Individual Registration form. For anything else, the honest answer is to ask NTA or the Department of Customs directly rather than relying on an old fee table.

Common MDMS check problems

Portal won’t load or keeps spinning: government portals in Nepal slow down at peak hours. Try early morning, use mobile data instead of Wi-Fi (or vice versa), or switch browsers.
“Invalid IMEI”: make sure you entered exactly 15 digits. Some phones show a 16- or 17-digit IMEISV; use only the IMEI.
Didn’t get the OTP or status email: check spam/promotions folders, and use the exact email you registered with.
Phone is registered but has no signal: the issue may be the SIM, network settings or the second IMEI. Restart, re-check IMEI 2, then visit your operator.

Other online checks Nepalis use

If you handle your own paperwork online, these guides cover the other common checks:

National ID card check in Nepal – see whether your NID is ready
Check your PAN number online – verify PAN details on the IRD portal
Check SSF balance online – see your Social Security Fund contributions
Vehicle tax and bluebook renewal check – know what’s due before visiting the yatayat office

Frequently asked questions

How do I check if my phone is registered in MDMS?

Dial *#06# to get your IMEI, go to mdms.nta.gov.np/public, enter the IMEI under “Check Registration status of your mobile” and click Search. Check both IMEIs on a dual-SIM phone.

Can I do an MDMS check by SMS?

The official check is done on the MDMS website. Any SMS shortcode is not listed on the NTA MDMS portal, so use the website to be sure you’re getting an official result.

How do I check my MDMS application status?

Use the “Check Individual Registration Status” page and enter the IMEI plus the email address you used in the application. If it was rejected, you can correct and resubmit the form from the same page.

What happens if my phone is not registered in MDMS?

An unregistered IMEI can be blacklisted, which means it won’t connect to any mobile network in Nepal. Wi-Fi may still work, but calls, SMS and mobile data on that IMEI won’t.

Do phones bought in Nepal need MDMS registration?

Phones imported through authorised channels are registered by the importer. You only need to verify it. Always ask for a VAT bill as proof of a legal purchase.

Why does only one SIM work on my phone?

Most likely only one of the phone’s two IMEIs is registered. Submit the Dual IMEI Registration form with a screenshot showing both IMEI numbers.

Is it safe to use mdmscheck or similar websites?

They are unofficial and only send you to the NTA portal. Go straight to mdms.nta.gov.np, and never enter passwords, OTPs or payment details on a third-party site.

Final word

An MDMS registration check is a 60-second habit that can save you from buying a phone that gets blocked a month later. Check every IMEI, keep your VAT bill, and if something is missing, use the right NTA form: Individual Registration for phones from abroad, Dual IMEI Registration for a dead second slot, and the status page to follow up.

Last checked against the NTA MDMS portal on 8 October 2026. This is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Nepal Telecommunications Authority. Rules and portal pages can change; the official source is mdms.nta.gov.np.

Download eNID Nepal: How to Get Your National ID PDF Online (2026 Guide)

Download eNID Nepal from the DONIDCR Citizen Portal — The eNID is the downloadable digital copy of your Nepali National Identity Card.

Finished your National ID biometrics months ago but still waiting for the card? You are in the majority. The good news is that you can download your eNID in Nepal straight from the government’s Citizen Portal, as a password-protected PDF with your photo, National Identity Number (NIN) and a QR code, without visiting any office.

This guide gives you the exact steps, the PDF password rule, a quick eligibility check, and one thing most eNID guides skip: why you should do this before the end of Ashwin 2083, when banks and digital wallets must have your National ID details on file.

Quick answer

Open the DONIDCR Citizen Portal and choose Download Your eNID. Enter your full name in Nepali and English, date of birth (BS) and citizenship issue date, solve the CAPTCHA and click Search. Enter the 6-digit OTP sent to your NID-registered mobile, check your details, then click Download Card. Open the PDF with the first four letters of your name in CAPITALS plus your birth year in BS, for example RAME2042.

Where

citizenportal.donidcr.gov.np

Official DONIDCR site only

You need

Citizenship details + OTP

OTP goes to your NID-registered mobile

You get

Password-protected PDF

Photo, NIN and a verification QR code

Deadline to act

End of Ashwin 2083

Bank and wallet NID updates (about 17 Oct 2026)

In this guide

What is eNID?
Why download it now: the Ashwin 2083 deadline
Why so many people need the eNID
Can you download eNID yet? 30-second check
What you need before you start
How to download eNID in Nepal: step by step
eNID PDF password explained
What to do after downloading
eNID vs Nagarik App vs physical card
Quick fixes when the download fails
Stay safe: eNID scams to avoid
FAQs

What Is eNID (Provisional National ID)?

The eNID is an electronic copy of your National Identity Card (राष्ट्रिय परिचयपत्र) that the Department of National ID and Civil Registration (DONIDCR) generates from your enrollment record. DONIDCR calls it a Provisional NID: it proves your identity and NIN while the chip-based smart card is still being printed or distributed.

The download service opened on the Citizen Portal in Asar 2083 (June 2026). Each eNID PDF includes:

Your photograph and personal details from the NID record
Your National Identity Number (NIN), the permanent number most services now ask for
A QR code that offices can scan to verify the document

Keep in mind

The eNID does not replace the smart card in law, and each office decides whether to accept a printout for a specific service. What banks, wallets and most forms really need is your NIN, and the eNID is the easiest official proof of it.

Why Download Your eNID Now: The Ashwin 2083 KYC Deadline

Most eNID guides were written in June and July 2026, before the deadline that makes this urgent. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has now tied both bank accounts and digital wallets to the National ID:

Banks: NRB’s revised Unified Directive (July 2026) requires banks and financial institutions to update their customers’ National ID details by the end of Ashwin 2083. Banks such as Nepal Investment Mega Bank have already issued notices asking account holders to update.
Digital wallets: the 15th amendment to NRB’s Integrated Payment Systems Directive, 2082 requires wallet providers to verify new users against electronic NID records, collect a declaration from every user on whether they hold a National ID, and record the NIN of users who have one, all by the end of Ashwin 2083 (around 17 October 2026).
No NID yet? Wallet providers must send you monthly reminders to update once you get it. Reporting so far does not say existing wallets will be shut the day after the deadline, so there is no need to panic, but there is every reason to have your NIN ready.

eNID and National ID KYC: 2026 timeline

Asar 2083 (June 2026)

eNID download goes live on the DONIDCR Citizen Portal.

20 June 2026

A media investigation shows cards could be downloaded with just a name, birth date and citizenship issue date. The service is paused.

Late June 2026

Service restored with mandatory SMS OTP to the NID-registered mobile number.

July 2026

NRB directs banks and wallet providers to collect customers’ National ID details.

End of Ashwin 2083 (about 17 Oct 2026)

Deadline for bank NID updates and wallet NID declarations.

Sources: Techpana, Eurasia Review, ICTFrame and Khabarhub reporting (links at the end).

Why So Many Nepalis Need the eNID

The gap between enrolling and actually holding a card is huge. According to the government’s Economic Survey 2082/83, biometric details of about 2 crore (20.01 million) citizens had been collected by Falgun 2082, but only about 40.3 lakh cards had been distributed. In other words, roughly 4 out of 5 enrolled citizens were still without a physical card.

National ID: enrolled vs printed vs distributed

Biometric details collected2,00,13,553 (100%)

Cards printed75,81,183 (37.9%)

Cards distributed40,33,040 (20.2%)

Source: Economic Survey 2082/83, as reported by Technology Khabar and Ekantipur (Jestha 2083). Figures up to Falgun 2082.

The same survey notes that the National ID system is now linked with 12 government systems, including the Department of Passports, Inland Revenue, the Election Commission, the Social Security Fund and the Credit Information Bureau. That is why your NIN keeps appearing on forms, and why the eNID is the practical bridge until your card arrives.

Can You Download eNID Yet? A 30-Second Check

The portal only returns a record that has been fully processed. Walk through these three questions before you open it:

Q1. Have you completed biometric enrollment (photo, fingerprints) at a DAO or National ID office?

If no → Complete enrollment first. The eNID is generated only from a processed record.

Yes ↓

Q2. Has your NIN been generated?

If no → Wait, and check your NID card status online using your request number, or send an SMS (see FAQs) to retrieve your NIN.

Yes ↓

Q3. Do you still have the mobile SIM you registered during enrollment?

If no → The OTP cannot reach you. Visit a National ID office or District Administration Office to update the number, then try again.

Yes ↓

✓ You’re ready. Download your eNID now.

What You Need Before You Start

Most failed downloads come from a mismatch between what you type and what is in your record. Keep these ready:

Your citizenship certificate in hand. You need the exact spelling and the issue date printed on it.
Full name in Nepali, typed in Unicode Devanagari exactly as on the certificate.
Full name in English, spelled exactly as in your record.
Date of birth in Bikram Sambat (BS), not AD.
Citizenship issue date (BS).
The phone with your NID-registered SIM, switched on with signal, to receive the OTP.

Pro tip: type your Nepali name in Unicode

If you normally type Nepali with the Preeti font, switch to a Unicode Nepali keyboard (for example Gboard’s Nepali layout on your phone) for the name field. Preeti text looks right on screen in some apps, but it is stored as English letters and will not match your record. Also watch for look-alike letters such as श / स / ष in surnames like श्रेष्ठ.

How to Download eNID in Nepal: Step by Step

Here is the full flow at a glance, followed by details for each step.

Open the Citizen Portal

Go to citizenportal.donidcr.gov.np and select Download Your eNID.

↓

Enter your citizenship details

Name in Nepali and English, date of birth (BS), citizenship issue date.

↓

Solve the CAPTCHA and click Search

The portal looks for a matching National ID record.

↓

Enter the 6-digit OTP

Sent by SMS to the mobile number linked to your NID record.

↓

Check your details and photo

Then click Download Card and confirm Download in the pop-up showing your NIN.

↓

Open the PDF with your password

First 4 letters of your name in CAPITALS + birth year (BS).

Step 1: Open the official Citizen Portal

Visit citizenportal.donidcr.gov.np and select Download Your eNID (the page is available in English and Nepali). Type the address yourself or use a bookmark. Check that the domain ends in .gov.np before you enter anything.

Step 2: Enter your citizenship details

Fill in the four fields exactly as they appear on your citizenship certificate:

Full name in Nepali (Unicode)
Full name in English
Date of birth (BS)
Citizenship issue date (BS)

Step 3: Solve the CAPTCHA and click Search

Enter the characters shown and press Search. If the details match a processed record, the portal moves to OTP verification. If you see a “not found” message, jump to the quick fixes section.

Step 4: Verify with the OTP

A 6-digit one-time password is sent by SMS to the mobile number stored in your National ID record, not to a number you type now. Enter it to continue. This OTP step was added in late June 2026 after a security report, so any guide that skips it is out of date.

Step 5: Check your details, then download the card

Your details and photograph appear on screen. Check the spelling and dates carefully, then click Download Card. A pop-up shows your National ID number; select Download. Button labels can change slightly as the portal is updated, and DONIDCR also publishes a user manual for the eNID download on the portal.

Step 6: Find and open the PDF

On Android, the file usually lands in Files → Downloads; on iPhone, check Files → Downloads or Safari’s download list; on a computer, your browser’s Downloads folder. Open it with the password explained below.

eNID PDF Password Explained (With Examples)

The eNID PDF is encrypted with an 8-character password: the first four letters of your name in uppercase, followed by your four-digit birth year in Bikram Sambat.

First 4 letters, CAPITALS

RAME

Birth year (BS)

2042

PDF password

RAME2042

Name in record	Birth year (BS)	Password
RAMESH …	2042	RAME2042
SABIN …	2058	SABI2058
ANJALI …	2060	ANJA2060

Examples for illustration. Use your own name and BS birth year.

Common password mistakes:

Typing lowercase letters (rame2042 will not work).
Using the AD year (for example 1985) instead of the BS year.
Using a nickname or shortened spelling instead of the name in your record.
Adding the full date of birth instead of only the four-digit year.

If your first name has fewer than four letters, read the password notice the portal shows at download time, since the public guidance only covers the standard format.

What to Do After Downloading Your eNID

Downloading is only half the job. Use it for the updates that actually matter this season:

Update your bank KYC: follow your bank’s instructions (app, website or branch) to add your NIN before the end of Ashwin 2083.
Update each digital wallet: open the KYC or profile section of every wallet you use and add your National ID details.
Passport and government forms: keep your NIN handy, since the National ID is linked with the Department of Passports and other agencies.
SIM cards: a National ID has been required to buy a new SIM since Magh 1, 2081, so keep a copy ready if you plan to buy one.
Store it safely: keep the encrypted original, and avoid saving an unlocked copy in shared folders or chat apps.

Pro tip

Whenever you hand over a printout, write the purpose across it, for example “For KYC at XYZ Bank only, 2083-06-15”. A marked copy is much harder to misuse anywhere else.

eNID vs Nagarik App vs Physical Card: Which One Do You Need?

Nepal’s National ID now shows up in several places. Here is how they differ:

	eNID (Citizen Portal)	Nagarik App	Physical NID card
What you get	PDF with photo, NIN and QR code	Your NID details inside the government app	Chip-based smart card
What you need	Citizenship details + OTP on registered mobile	Verified Nagarik App account + your NIN	Card printed and collected from your office
Best for	Uploading or printing proof of your NIN	Showing your ID on your phone	Permanent, legally issued ID
Works before card arrives?	Yes	Yes, once NIN is generated	No

If all you need is the number itself, you do not need the eNID at all. Use the NIN retrieval options in the FAQs below.

Quick Fixes When the eNID Download Fails

Problem	Likely cause	What to do
“Record / data not found”	A typo, Preeti instead of Unicode, AD date, or record not processed yet	Re-enter every field from the certificate. If it still fails, check your NID status first.
OTP not received	Old, wrong or family member’s number stored during enrollment	Wait a couple of minutes and retry once. If the number is wrong, update it at a National ID office or DAO.
Living abroad	OTP goes only to the Nepali number in your record	If a trusted family member holds that SIM, they can pass you the OTP. DONIDCR does not email the PDF.
PDF will not open	Password case or year format	CAPITAL letters + BS birth year, no spaces.
Wrong details on the eNID	Error carried over from enrollment	Do not use it for KYC. Request a correction at your enrollment office first.

For more error cases, the story behind the OTP requirement and extra privacy tips, see our detailed eNID download and troubleshooting guide.

Stay Safe: eNID Scams to Avoid

The eNID contains exactly what fraudsters want: your photo, NIN and personal details in one file. The June 2026 pause happened precisely because downloads were possible with basic personal details. Protect yourself:

Never share your OTP with anyone who calls or messages you, even if they claim to be from a government office or bank.
Use only the .gov.np portal. Ignore links in Facebook posts, Viber groups or ads that promise a faster download.
Do not pay agents. The official portal has no payment step, and handing an agent your citizenship details is a real risk.
Never post your eNID or NIN publicly, including in comment sections asking for help.

Where Can eNID Be Used?

The National ID is being wired into more services every few months, and having the number available early genuinely unblocks things. Common uses include:

Passport applications — the eNID can be uploaded to the Department of Passports registration portal, and the NIN is used during e-passport processing.
Bank account opening and KYC — National ID details are now part of customer verification for savings, current and fixed deposit accounts, and banks accept supporting documents such as the eNID alongside the NID number.
SIM card registration and ownership updates — telecom operators tie SIM ownership to verified National ID information.
Social security, relief and grant applications handled through government offices.
Digital wallets and online KYC, where NID linkage has progressively been made mandatory.
General government service applications that ask for a NIN on the form.

Where it may not be enough

This is the honest part that most guides skip. The eNID is described by DONIDCR as a Provisional NID, while the law provides for the permanent National Identity Card as a biometric smart card with an electronic chip and security features. Neither the Act nor the Regulation obliges every office to accept an eNID printout for every service. In practice that means: a printout of your eNID is a courtesy, not a legal equivalent. Some offices will take it happily; others will ask for the smart card or the original citizenship certificate. Before you travel to any office on the strength of a PDF, call ahead and ask whether they accept the eNID for that specific service. When your physical card is ready, you can confirm it through the official Check National ID Card Status service, and if your card is lost or damaged, the National ID Card Replacement Payment page handles reprint requests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is downloading eNID in Nepal free?

Yes. The official DONIDCR Citizen Portal has no payment step. You only need your citizenship details and access to your NID-registered mobile for the OTP.

What details do I need to download my eNID?

Your full name in Nepali (Unicode) and English, date of birth in BS, citizenship issue date in BS, the CAPTCHA, and the OTP sent to the mobile number registered with your National ID.

What is the eNID PDF password?

The first four letters of your name in uppercase followed by your birth year in Bikram Sambat. For example, Ramesh born in 2042 BS uses RAME2042.

Why am I not getting the eNID OTP?

The OTP only goes to the number stored in your National ID record. If that number is old, wrong or belongs to a relative, you need to update it at a National ID office or District Administration Office.

Is the eNID valid instead of the physical National ID card?

DONIDCR describes the eNID as a Provisional NID. It is widely useful as proof of your NIN, but each office decides whether to accept it for a specific service, so confirm before relying on it alone.

Can I download my eNID from abroad?

Yes, if you can receive the OTP sent to your registered Nepali number. A trusted family member holding that SIM can pass the code to you. DONIDCR does not send the PDF by email.

Do I need the eNID for the Ashwin 2083 bank and wallet update?

Banks and wallets need your National ID details, mainly your NIN, by the end of Ashwin 2083. The eNID is the quickest official way to get and prove that number if your card has not arrived.

How can I find my NIN if I do not know it?

Check your status on the DONIDCR Citizen Portal with your enrollment request number, or send an SMS in the format N, a space, then your application number, to 30001.

Final Thoughts

If your details match your citizenship certificate and you still have your registered SIM, you can download your eNID in Nepal in a few minutes. Do it now, add your NIN to your bank and wallet before the end of Ashwin 2083, and keep the PDF encrypted. If the portal cannot find your record, start with a quick NID status check rather than retrying the download again and again.

Sources

Last updated: 29 September 2026 (13 Ashwin 2083). Government procedures and deadlines change through official notices; always confirm on DONIDCR and with your bank or wallet provider.

Written by Wilson Shrestha, a Kathmandu-based web developer who writes practical guides to Nepal’s online government services. This is an independent guide, not an official government publication.

How to Fill Loksewa Online Application Form (2083 Step-by-Step Guide)

Updated: September 2026 (Asoj 2083) · Written by Wilson Shrestha, Kathmandu · Portal screens checked on psconline1.psc.gov.np; fees checked against 2082/83 PSC notices

How to fill Loksewa online application form on the PSC portal psconline1.psc.gov.np, step by step

Every year, candidates who studied for months lose their chance at a government job because of the form, not the exam. A wrong citizenship date, a missed double-fee deadline or an inclusive group left unticked, and the application is gone. This guide shows you exactly how to fill the Loksewa online application form on the Public Service Commission (PSC) portal in 2083: which website to use, what every registration field means, how the Master ID works, what to upload, the real fee for each level, and how to pay.

Quick answer: how to fill the Loksewa online form

Open psconline1.psc.gov.np (the “Online Application” link on psc.gov.np) and click Register.
Fill in your name, date of birth, email, mobile and citizenship details exactly as on your citizenship certificate, then log in and set a new password.
Complete your profile (personal, education, experience) and upload your photo, signature, citizenship (front and back) and certificates. You now have a Master ID.
Choose the advertisement number, tick every group you are eligible for (Open, Women, Janajati and so on), pick your exam centre and submit.
Pay the fee online or with the printed bank voucher before the deadline, then download your e-admit card once your application is approved.

Official portal

psconline1

.psc.gov.np (federal PSC)

Late window

+7 days

after the regular deadline, with double fee

PSC helpline

4771517

or 9745618495 (shown on the login page)

In this guide

Which website to use (old vs new PSC portal)
Documents and details to prepare first
Step 1: Register on the PSC portal
Step 2: Log in and change your password
Step 3: Complete your profile and get your Master ID
Step 4: Upload photo, signature and documents
Step 5: Apply for the advertisement
Step 6: Pay the application fee
Loksewa application fee by level (2082/83 notices)
Deadlines and the double-fee rule
After submitting: approval and e-admit card
Mistakes that get forms rejected
Login and portal problems
FAQs

Which Website Do You Use for the Loksewa Online Form?

This is the first place people go wrong. Many guides still published on Google tell you to open psconline.psc.gov.np. That was the old system. The federal PSC now runs its online application on psconline1.psc.gov.np, and the “Online Application” link on the official website psc.gov.np points there. Recent PSC advertisements also name psconline1.psc.gov.np as the place to apply.

You are applying to	Where to apply	Same login?
Federal PSC (Lok Sewa Aayog, Kamalpokhari): Kharidar, Nayab Subba, Section Officer, federal technical and health posts, pre-qualification exams for organized institutions	psconline1.psc.gov.np	One account and one Master ID for all federal ads
Province Public Service Commission (Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, Sudurpashchim)	That province’s own portal (for example, Koshi uses psconline.p1.gov.np)	No. Register separately on each province portal

Avoid fake or copy sites. Always start from psc.gov.np and click through. Never enter your citizenship number or password on a page you reached from a Facebook post, SMS or ad. When we checked in September 2026, the old address (psconline.psc.gov.np) did not load at all, so any “portal” still showing that address in an old article is outdated.

Documents and Details to Prepare Before You Start

The portal has several tabs, and half-finished profiles are where mistakes creep in. Keep everything in one folder on your computer before you open the site.

What you need	Format	Notes
Citizenship certificate (number, issue district, issue date)	Front and back scanned as JPG	Recent PSC notices ask for both sides in JPG
Academic certificates (SEE/SLC, +2, Bachelor, Master as needed)	PDF	Include the equivalence letter if you studied abroad or at a non-Nepali board
Recent passport-size photo	JPG	Plain light background, full face, no cap or dark glasses
Signature	JPG	Sign with a dark pen on white paper, crop tightly
Inclusive group proof (if applying as Janajati, Madhesi, Dalit, person with disability or backward area)	PDF	See the document rules for each group below
Experience, training, council licence (only if the post asks)	PDF	Appointment letter plus a service certificate from the employer
Your own email and mobile number	—	Login details and password resets go here
National ID (NID) number	—	Optional on the registration form, but keep it handy

Tip: The form asks for dates in both Bikram Sambat and AD. The portal fills the AD date automatically from the BS date, but check it anyway against your certificates. If you only know one of the dates, use our BS to AD date converter, and use the Nepali age calculator to confirm you are within the age limit on the deadline date. No NID number yet? See how to download your eNID.

The Whole Process at a Glance

Profile → Master ID

Uploads

Apply to ad

Pay fee

Steps 1 to 4 are done once. For every future Loksewa vacancy, you only log in and repeat steps 5 and 6. That is why getting your profile right the first time matters so much.

Step 1: Register on the PSC Portal

Already have a PSC account or Master ID from an earlier exam? Do not register again. PSC notices say candidates who already have a Master ID must apply with that same Master ID. Skip to Step 2.

Go to psconline1.psc.gov.np. The page opens in Nepali. Use the language switch at the top (नेपा / EN) if you prefer English.
Click Register (दर्ता गर्नुहोस).
Fill in the registration form. Fields marked with a red star are required.
Click Submit. Your login details are sent to the email or mobile you entered.

Every registration field explained

This is what the registration screen asks for, as it appeared when we opened it in September 2026:

Field	Required?	What to enter
First Name / Middle Name / Last Name	First and last: yes. Middle: optional	Exactly as spelled on your citizenship. No nicknames, no short forms
Username	Yes	Something you will remember for years. Write it down
Date of Birth (B.S.)	Yes	From your citizenship certificate
Date of Birth (A.D.)	Yes (auto-filled)	Filled from the BS date. Check it
Gender	Yes	Male, Female or Other
Email	Yes	Your own active email, not a cyber café or friend’s
Mobile Number	Yes	A SIM you will keep
National ID	Optional	Your NID number, if you have one
Citizenship Number	Yes	Copy it character by character, including any slashes or dashes
Citizenship Issue District	Yes	The district printed on the certificate, not where you live now
Citizenship Issue Date (B.S. and A.D.)	Yes (AD auto-filled)	The issue date on the certificate

Why the citizenship fields matter: your name, date of birth and citizenship details become the identity on your admit card and, if you pass, on your appointment recommendation. PSC also lets you recover a lost username using your citizenship details, which only works if you entered them correctly here.

Open the email or SMS from PSC. It contains your username and a temporary password.
On the login page, enter your Username or Email and the temporary password, then click Submit.
The system asks you to set a new password. Use at least 8 characters that mix letters, numbers and a special character (for example Nepal@2083kathmandu style, but your own).
Log in again with the new password. If the portal asks for a password reminder question, choose one whose answer you will not forget.

Store the username, password and later your Master ID in one safe place, such as a notes app with a lock. You will need them again for the admit card, results and every future vacancy.

Step 3: Complete Your Profile and Get Your Master ID

After logging in, open your profile. It is split into tabs. Fill each one and click Next or Save before moving on. Use Back to fix an earlier tab.

Tab	What it asks	Watch out for
Personal	Name in English and Nepali, family names (father, mother, grandfather, spouse if married)	Nepali spelling should match your citizenship. Type it in Unicode (see tip below)
Additional / Extra	Marital status, employment status, mother tongue, disability, parents’ education and occupation, geographical area and similar background details	These feed PSC statistics and inclusive checks. Answer honestly
Contact	Province, district, local level, ward, tole, phone	Permanent address must match citizenship, especially for backward-area applicants
Education	“Add New Details” for each qualification, with a PDF upload and an equivalence upload if needed	Add every level from SEE/SLC up. The minimum qualification for the post must be there
Training	Course, institute, duration, certificate PDF	Only if the post requires training. Leave empty otherwise
Council / licence	Professional council registration	Health and some engineering posts only. Registration must be valid by the deadline
Experience	Government and non-government experience, each with PDF proof	Serving government staff must enter their current post. The login page has a separate “Government Job Experience” link for this

What is the Master ID?

Once your profile and uploads are complete, the system gives you a Master ID. It is your permanent candidate number with the federal PSC. It is printed on the bank voucher, used for fee payment and linked to your admit cards and results. You keep the same Master ID for every future Loksewa exam, so you never re-upload the same certificates. Just add new ones.

Typing your name in Nepali: the portal needs Unicode Nepali, not Preeti. If you only type in Preeti or Romanized Nepali, use our English to Nepali Unicode converter and paste the result. Preparing for a post with a typing test? Our Typeshala for Lok Sewa guide covers practice.

Step 4: Upload Photo, Signature and Documents

On the upload section, use Upload or Replace for each item. After uploading, click the small preview icon and open every file once. A blank, sideways or wrong file is a common reason for rejection at scrutiny.

Photo and signature: JPG. The upload box shows the allowed size limit, so follow what it says on screen. Most applicants keep the photo under about 200 KB and the signature under about 100 KB, which stays inside the limits commonly reported for the portal.
Citizenship: front and back, JPG.
Education, training, experience, council: PDF, uploaded against each entry you created in the profile.
Inclusive certificates: PDF. If you have more than one, combine them into a single PDF before uploading.

Proof needed for each inclusive group

From the conditions printed in a 2083 PSC advertisement. Always read the notice for the exact post you apply to.

Group	Document to upload
Women	No extra document. Citizenship is enough
Adivasi / Janajati	None if your ethnic group is on the official list. If your surname is shared by more than one group, a CDO-certified letter based on your local level’s recommendation
Dalit	Same rule: listed caste is enough, shared surnames need the CDO-certified letter
Madhesi	Certificate from the body designated in the Nepal Gazette, or a CDO-certified letter
Persons with disabilities	Disability identity card showing the classification
Backward area	Citizenship from that district plus a local-level recommendation of current permanent residence, issued within three months before the deadline

Step 5: Apply for the Advertisement

Your profile is a master record. You still have to apply to each vacancy separately.

Read the vacancy notice on psc.gov.np first. Note the advertisement number(s), the minimum qualification, the age limit and the deadline.
In the portal, open the vacancy or apply section and click View All to see the open advertisements.
Select the advertisement code for your post. Tick every group you are eligible for: Open (Khulla) plus, for example, Women or Janajati. Each extra group adds a small extra fee but gives you another merit list.
Click Process. The screen shows the minimum qualification and the examination centres for that advertisement.
Choose your exam centre carefully. PSC notices warn that the centre cannot be changed after you submit.
If the post has optional papers, select the subject.
Review the Application Preview page line by line.
Tick Terms and Conditions and click Submit.

You cannot edit after submitting. Commission notices state that once an application is submitted for an advertisement, nothing can be added, removed or corrected for that same advertisement. Check the preview, the groups you ticked and the exam centre before you press Submit.

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

Your application is not processed until the fee is paid. Current PSC notices allow two ways:

Online (electronic payment)

Pay directly from the payment section of the PSC portal. The system shows the payment options available at the time, such as ConnectIPS. You get a success or failure page at the end.

Bank voucher (cash)

Print the voucher from the portal. It carries your Master ID and a transaction reference number. Pay cash at one of the designated banks listed on the voucher.

Open the payment tab and select the advertisement you are paying for.
Check the amount. It should equal the base fee plus the extra fee for each additional group.
Pay online, or print the voucher and pay at the bank.
Save the confirmation or the stamped voucher. Log in a day later and confirm the payment status shows as paid.

Online payment failed but money was deducted? Do not pay again straight away. Wait, recheck the payment status in the portal, and keep the bank or ConnectIPS transaction reference. Call the PSC helpline (4771517 or 9745618495) with that reference if the status does not update. If you are new to ConnectIPS, set it up days before the deadline, not on the last evening.

Loksewa Application Fee by Level (2082/83 Notices)

Some popular guides say the fee is NPR 300 or 400 for every post. That is not what recent PSC notices show. Fees depend on the level and change between notices. Here are the amounts printed in actual federal PSC advertisements:

Post / level	Base fee	Each extra group	Notice year
Kharidar or equivalent (Non-Gazetted Second Class)	Rs 300	Rs 150	2082/83
Nayab Subba or equivalent (Non-Gazetted First Class)	Rs 700	Rs 200	2081/82
Section Officer (Gazetted Third Class)	Rs 1,200	Rs 400	2082/83
Gazetted Second Class / 9th level health	Rs 1,000	Rs 400	2082/83
Gazetted First Class / 11th level health	Rs 2,500	Rs 600	2083/84
Pre-qualification exam, Nayab Subba-level (organized institutions)	Rs 300	—	2083/84
Pre-qualification exam, Kharidar-level (organized institutions)	Rs 200	—	2083/84

Gazetted First Class fee was Rs 1,500 in a 2082 notice and Rs 2,500 in the 2083 notice, which shows why you should always read the fee line of your own advertisement. Some services (for example Foreign Affairs and Audit at Section Officer level) add a further service fee. Province commissions set their own fees.

Worked example: Section Officer, Open + Women

Base fee Rs 1,200 + one extra group Rs 400 = Rs 1,600 if paid by the regular deadline. Paid during the double-fee window, the prescribed fee doubles, so budget Rs 3,200. Applying on time literally saves you money.

Deadlines and the Double-Fee Rule

Every PSC notice has three dates. Here is how they worked in real 2083 advertisements:

Date	What it means	Example (pre-qualification ad, 2083)
Regular deadline	Last day at the normal fee, about three weeks after the notice	Notice 2083/04/06 → deadline 2083/04/26
Double-fee deadline	7 more days, at twice the fee	2083/05/02
Final payment date	Last day the fee must reach PSC	2083/05/03

The double-fee window does not extend eligibility. PSC notices state that age, educational qualification and experience are counted on the regular deadline. If your result comes out, or you turn the right age, during the double-fee week, you do not become eligible by paying double.

Result out but certificate not issued yet? A 2083 notice allows you to apply with a letter from your institution confirming you passed, plus mark sheets showing every year or semester, thesis and practical completed. You then submit the original certificate to PSC once it is issued.

After Submitting: Approval and E-Admit Card

Scrutiny. PSC checks your form and uploads against the advertisement. For some health service ads, candidates must also submit self-certified copies of documents to the Application Management Center in Anamnagar within 7 days of the deadline. Check your notice.
Admit card. Once approved and paid, log in and open the e-admit card section. Print it. It shows your roll number and exam details.
Exam centre and schedule. PSC publishes centre and date notices on psc.gov.np. Match your roll number.
Need a scribe? Contact the concerned PSC office at least 10 days before the written exam.
On exam day, carry the admit card and citizenship, and use black ink only. Recent notices say answer sheets filled with other ink will be cancelled.

Mistakes That Get Loksewa Forms Rejected

Mistake	How to avoid it
Creating a second account because you forgot the first	Use “Recover User Login ID using Citizenship details” on the login page instead
Name or date of birth different from citizenship	Type from the certificate, not from memory
Minimum qualification not uploaded, or completed after the regular deadline	Upload the certificate named in the ad. Qualification must be complete by the regular deadline
Applying under an inclusive group without the right proof	Check the group-wise document table above before ticking
Forgetting to tick an eligible group	You cannot add it later. Review groups on the preview page
Wrong exam centre	It cannot be changed after submission
Form submitted but fee not paid	Unpaid applications are not accepted. Confirm the status shows paid
Leaving it to the last evening	The portal and payment gateways slow down near deadlines. Finish a week early

Login and Portal Problems (and Fixes)

Problem	Fix
Forgot password	Click “Forgot Password?” on the login page. The login page also links a “Password Reset Manual”
Forgot username	Use “Recover User Login ID using Citizenship details”
Page is blank or buttons do nothing	The portal is a JavaScript app. Use an updated Chrome or Firefox, allow JavaScript, disable aggressive ad blockers, then reload
Old guide’s link does not open	It probably points to psconline.psc.gov.np. Use psconline1.psc.gov.np
Filling on a phone	Possible, but uploads and long tables are easier on a laptop or desktop
Anything else	Call 4771517 or 9745618495 (numbers shown on the portal’s login page)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I fill the Loksewa online application form?

Register on psconline1.psc.gov.np with your name, date of birth, email, mobile and citizenship details. Log in, change your password, complete your profile and uploads to get a Master ID, then select the advertisement, tick your groups and exam centre, submit, and pay the fee online or through the printed bank voucher.

What is the official website for the Loksewa online form?

For federal PSC vacancies, it is psconline1.psc.gov.np, reached through the Online Application link on psc.gov.np. Province Public Service Commissions use their own separate portals.

What is a Master ID in Loksewa?

The Master ID is your permanent candidate number in the PSC online system. It is created after you complete your profile, appears on your bank voucher, and must be reused for every future application.

How much is the Loksewa application fee?

It depends on the level. Recent federal notices show Rs 300 for Kharidar, Rs 700 for Nayab Subba, Rs 1,200 for Section Officer and Rs 2,500 for Gazetted First Class, plus an extra fee for each additional inclusive group. Always check the fee line in your advertisement.

Can I apply after the deadline?

Yes, for 7 more days, by paying double the fee. But eligibility (age, qualification, experience) is still counted on the regular deadline, and no applications are accepted after the double-fee date.

Can I edit my Loksewa form after submission?

No. PSC notices state that after an application is submitted for an advertisement, nothing can be added, removed or corrected for it. You can still update your profile for future applications.

Can I apply in both Open and Women (or another inclusive) group?

Yes, if you are eligible. Tick each group in the same application and pay the extra group fee for each additional group.

Is the National ID number required?

On the registration form we checked in September 2026, the National ID field was optional, while citizenship number, issue district and issue date were required.

Can I fill the Loksewa form from my mobile?

Yes, the portal opens in a mobile browser. A laptop or desktop is easier for scanning, checking PDF uploads and reading the preview page before you submit.

Key Takeaways

Apply on psconline1.psc.gov.np. Older articles pointing to psconline.psc.gov.np are out of date.
Register once and keep one Master ID for life. Never create a second account.
Copy every identity detail from your citizenship certificate. Upload education as PDF and citizenship front and back as JPG.
Tick all eligible groups and choose the exam centre carefully. Nothing can be changed after submission.
Pay by the regular deadline. The double-fee week costs twice as much and does not extend eligibility.

Sources and further reading

Public Service Commission (Lok Sewa Aayog): official website (notices, syllabus, exam centres)
PSC online application portal (registration and login screens checked September 2026)
PSC advertisements for 2082/83 and 2083/84 (Kharidar, Nayab Subba, Section Officer, Gazetted First and Second Class, pre-qualification) for fees, deadlines and document rules
Nepali to English date converter (BS to AD)

This guide is general information. PSC can change its portal, fees and rules with each notice. The advertisement for your post on psc.gov.np is always the final authority.

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