How are home loan rates set in Nepal?
- Every bank publishes a monthly base rate under Nepal Rastra Bank rules — the minimum rate based on its cost of funds and operating costs.
- A floating-rate home loan is priced as base rate + a premium the bank adds. When the base rate moves, your instalment moves with it.
- Fixed-rate loans lock the rate for some years, so they usually start higher.
- "Offer" rates are time-limited or conditional — read the conditions before deciding.
What to compare before taking a home loan
- Service / processing fee (often 0.25%–0.75%)
- The premium over the base rate and for how long
- Prepayment charges
- Loan tenure and maximum amount
- Insurance and valuation fees
Frequently Asked Questions
Which bank has the lowest home loan interest rate in Nepal right now?
The table above is sorted by the lowest starting rate, so the first row is the cheapest bank this month. Also compare the premium, fees and conditions.
What is the base rate?
The minimum reference lending rate a bank calculates each month under Nepal Rastra Bank directives. Floating loan rates are set as base rate plus a premium.
Do home loan rates change every month?
On floating-rate loans your rate follows the base rate (usually reviewed quarterly). Fixed-rate loans keep the same rate for the agreed period.
How reliable are these rates?
They are compiled from the rates banks publish, but premiums and conditions vary by borrower. Confirm the final rate with the bank.