Top Commercial Banks for Home Loan in Nepal: Ranked List (2026)

The cheapest home loan in Nepal for Asar 2083 (June 2026) starts at Nepal Bank — 5.09% p.a., against a market average of 6.76% and a high of 10.15% (ADBL). In Nepal a floating loan rate = base rate + a premium; the full ranking and what the gap costs you are below.

Cheapest home loan rates — all 20 banks ranked

Lowest effective rate first, for Asar 2083.

Rank	Bank	Effective rate (from)	How it's priced
1	Nepal Bank	5.09%	4.59% + 0.50%
2	RBB	5.22%	4.22% + 1.00%
3	Prime	5.30%	5.30% + 0.00%
4	NIMB	5.55%	4.80% + 0.75%
5	MBL	5.58%	5.08% + 0.50%
6	NMB	5.62%	5.12% + 0.50%
7	Laxmi Sunrise	5.66%	5.16% + 0.50%
8	Himalayan	5.81%	5.31% + 0.50%
9	Sanima	5.97%	4.97% + 1.00%
10	Prabhu	6.12%	5.12% + 1.00%
11	SCB	6.23%	4.23% + 2.00%
12	Kumari	6.27%	5.27% + 1.00%
13	NIC Asia	6.99%	6.99% (fixed)
14	Everest	7.49%	7.49% (fixed)
15	Siddhartha	7.75%	7.75% (fixed)
16	Citizens	7.99%	7.99% (fixed)
17	Nabil	8.49%	8.49% (fixed)
18	Nepal SBI	8.99%	8.99% (fixed)
19	Global IME	8.99%	8.99% (fixed)
20	ADBL	10.15%	10.15% (fixed)

Market snapshot

20 banks offer this loan from 5.09% to 10.15%, averaging 6.76% (median 6.18%). The 5.06-point gap between cheapest and dearest is large on a big, long loan — the worked example below shows exactly how much.

Worked EMI example

On a Rs 50.00 lakh home loan over 20 years at Nepal Bank's 5.09%, the EMI is about Rs 33,247 per month, with total interest of roughly Rs 29.79 lakh. At the most expensive bank (10.15%) the EMI rises to about Rs 48,749 — around Rs 15,502 more every month, or Rs 37.21 lakh more in total interest over the term. Try your own figures on the EMI calculator.

How the rate is built (and fixed vs floating)

Most Nepali loans are floating: rate = the bank's base rate + a fixed premium, and it resets when the base rate moves with NRB policy. Some banks offer a fixed rate for an initial period — higher to start, but predictable. Lenders also weigh your income and repayment capacity, the collateral value and loan-to-value (LTV) limit, your credit history, and tenure. A lower rate with a longer tenure cuts the EMI but raises total interest.

Every bank, grouped by rate

• Most competitive: Nepal Bank (5.09%), RBB (5.22%), Prime (5.30%), NIMB (5.55%), MBL (5.58%)
• Upper tier: NMB (5.62%), Laxmi Sunrise (5.66%), Himalayan (5.81%), Sanima (5.97%), Prabhu (6.12%)
• Lower tier: SCB (6.23%), Kumari (6.27%), NIC Asia (6.99%), Everest (7.49%), Siddhartha (7.75%)
• Least competitive: Citizens (7.99%), Nabil (8.49%), Nepal SBI (8.99%), Global IME (8.99%), ADBL (10.15%)

How we sourced these figures

Every rate on this page is taken from each institution's published rate sheet for the Asar 2083 (June 2026) period and cross-checked against Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) disclosures. We re-verify the numbers each Nepali month, and the comparison table and the figures quoted in the text are generated from the same dataset — so they always agree. You can explore the live, filterable data on the BFIS Compare comparison page.

Related comparisons

• Base rates of all banks
• Best fixed deposit rates
• EMI calculator

Rates are revised every Nepali month and can change. Figures are for Asar 2083; always confirm the current number on the BFIS Compare comparison page before you apply.

Home Loan at Nepal's commercial banks: How Home Loans Work in Nepal

A home loan from Nepal's commercial banks lets you buy, build, or renovate a house or apartment by borrowing a large sum against the property itself and repaying it in monthly instalments over many years. Because the property is pledged as collateral, home loans are among the lowest-cost borrowing options available from a Nepali commercial bank, and they are one of the most heavily regulated too. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) sets the prudential rules that shape every home loan, including how much a lender may advance against a property's value and how interest rates are constructed.

Base Rate + premium: how your rate is built

In Nepal, lending rates are not plucked from the air. Every commercial bank publishes a monthly Base Rate that reflects its own cost of funds, operating costs, and mandatory reserves. Your home-loan rate is that published Base Rate plus a premium that Nepal's commercial banks adds based on your risk profile, loan size, and tenure. When the Base Rate moves, floating-rate loans move with it.

You will usually choose between a floating rate, which is reset periodically as the Base Rate changes, and a fixed rate, which stays constant for a defined initial period before typically converting to floating. Floating rates start lower and fall when market rates ease, but they can rise; fixed rates give predictable EMIs and easier budgeting at a slightly higher cost. Read the reset clause carefully so you know when and how your rate can change.

Loan-to-value, tenure, and EMI mechanics

NRB caps the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, so Nepal's commercial banks can finance only a portion of the property's valuation while you fund the rest as a down payment. The valuation is done by an approved valuator, and the lower of valuation or purchase price usually governs the sanctioned amount. Home loans carry long tenures, and each monthly EMI blends interest and principal. Early instalments are interest-heavy; over time more of each EMI chips away at principal. A longer tenure lowers the EMI but raises total interest paid, while a shorter tenure does the opposite.

Prepayment and foreclosure

You can usually make part-prepayments to cut your outstanding principal, or fully foreclose the loan before term. Nepal's commercial banks may levy a prepayment or swap charge within NRB's permitted limits, and rules often differ if you refinance to another lender versus paying from your own funds. Prepaying early, when the interest component is largest, saves the most money. Always ask for the exact foreclosure charge and a fresh statement before you settle.

Eligibility & documents

Nepal's commercial banks assesses your repayment capacity, credit history, and the property's legal standing. You will generally need to be a Nepali citizen of working age with stable, verifiable income and clean records at the Credit Information Bureau. Typical requirements include:

• KYC and identity: citizenship certificate, passport-size photos, and completed loan application under standard KYC norms.
• Income proof: salary certificate and bank statements for the salaried, or audited accounts, PAN/VAT, and firm registration for the self-employed.
• Property papers: land ownership certificate (lalpurja), approved building drawings, blue-print/tippot, and tax clearance.
• Valuation and legal check: report from an approved valuator and confirmation the title is clear of disputes and prior charges.

Tips to get a lower rate and a smoother approval

• Protect your credit record: a clean CIB history and no missed EMIs elsewhere help you negotiate a smaller premium over the Base Rate.
• Offer a larger down payment: a lower LTV reduces Nepal's commercial banks's risk and strengthens your case for a better rate.
• Compare the Base Rate, not just the headline rate: two lenders quoting the same premium can differ once their Base Rates are compared.
• Negotiate fees, not only interest: service charges, valuation, and insurance add to your real cost.
• Plan for taxes and insurance: property insurance is normally mandatory, and any deposit interest you earn is subject to 5% TDS, so keep your cash-flow projections realistic.

Who a Nepal's commercial banks home loan suits

A home loan makes sense for buyers and builders with steady income who want to own property without draining their savings, and who can comfortably absorb EMIs even if a floating rate rises. If your income is irregular or your budget is already stretched, borrow conservatively, keep the tenure realistic, and confirm every charge with Nepal's commercial banks in writing before you sign.