Nepal Government Debt to GDP — 2026 Data & Trend
Nepal's government debt was 39.92% in December 2021, up from 39.05% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 39.05%.
Nepal's government debt stands at 39.92% as of December 2021. Over the latest readings, the government debt has moved within a band of 31.78% to 66.54%. The most recent figure of 39.92% is up from 39.05% a year earlier, and is 0.87% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 121 economies tracked on this platform, Nepal ranks #84 on government debt by latest value. It rose from 39.05% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 39.05%.
What's driving it
The debt ratio moves with budget deficits, growth, interest costs and the currency; faster nominal growth lowers it, while wide deficits push it up.
Recent readings
| Period | Government debt |
|---|---|
| Dec 2021 | 39.92% |
| Dec 2020 | 39.05% |
| Dec 2019 | 31.78% |
| Dec 2010 | 33.86% |
| Dec 2008 | 43.80% |
| Dec 2007 | 42.98% |
| Dec 2006 | 49.69% |
| Dec 2005 | 51.76% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
How Much Government Debt Does Nepal Have in 2026?
Nepal's government debt was 39.92% in December 2021, up from 39.05% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 39.05%.
Is the government debt rising or falling in Nepal?
It rose in the latest reading — 39.92% in December 2021 versus 39.05% a year earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is government debt?
It measures total public debt expressed as a share of gross domestic product (debt-to-GDP).