Who are the richest people in Nepal? While Nepal has only one Forbes-listed billionaire, a number of Nepali entrepreneurs and business families have built large fortunes at home and abroad in FMCG, hospitality, education, telecom and real estate. This guide lists the top 10 richest people in Nepal (and of Nepali origin) in 2026, with what they’re known for.
Important note: apart from Binod Chaudhary, who appears on the Forbes list, most “richest in Nepal” net worths are unofficial estimates — many Nepali businesses are privately held, so figures vary by source and should be treated as approximate.
Top Richest People in Nepal (2026)
1. Binod Chaudhary — about $2.0 billion
Chairman of CG Corp Global (Chaudhary Group), Binod Chaudhary is Nepal’s richest person and its only Forbes-listed billionaire. His empire spans FMCG (the famous Wai Wai noodles), banking, hospitality, education and manufacturing, with operations across South Asia, Europe and Africa.
2. Shesh Ghale & Jamuna Gurung — about $1.2 billion (combined)
This Nepali-origin couple, based in Australia, built their fortune through the Melbourne Institute of Technology (MIT) and large property investments. Shesh Ghale is often cited among the wealthiest people of Nepali origin in the world.
3. Upendra Mahato — roughly $500 million–$1 billion
A prominent Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) entrepreneur who made his fortune in business in Russia, Upendra Mahato is a major investor and philanthropist with interests across several sectors.
4. Aditya Jha — roughly $300–$600 million
A Canada-based Nepali-origin entrepreneur known for success in the technology and business-services sector, as well as significant philanthropy.
5. Ajay Sumargi — around $200 million
Chairman of the Muktishree Group, Ajay Sumargi built wealth across telecom, hydropower and other ventures in Nepal.
6–10. Other Wealthy Nepali Business Families
Beyond the names above, several long-established business houses are widely regarded among Nepal’s wealthiest, including the Golchha Organisation, the Khetan Group, the Shanker Group, the Jyoti Group, the Vishal Group and the IME Group, among others. Their fortunes span trading, manufacturing, automobiles, finance, hydropower and remittance/fintech. Exact rankings among these families vary by source because their holdings are private.
Where Nepal’s Wealth Comes From
Nepali fortunes are concentrated in a few sectors: FMCG and food production (Chaudhary Group), education and real estate abroad (Ghale/Gurung), telecom, hydropower and infrastructure, and trading and manufacturing by the old business houses. A growing share also comes from Non-Resident Nepalis who built wealth overseas.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is the richest person in Nepal?
Binod Chaudhary, chairman of CG Corp Global, is the richest person in Nepal with an estimated net worth of around $2.0 billion, and is the country’s only Forbes-listed billionaire.
Is Binod Chaudhary the only billionaire in Nepal?
Among Nepali citizens living in Nepal, Binod Chaudhary is the only one on the Forbes billionaires list. Some people of Nepali origin abroad, such as Shesh Ghale, also have very large fortunes.
How much is Binod Chaudhary worth?
His net worth is estimated at around $2.0 billion in 2026, though figures vary slightly by source and over time.
Are these Nepal net worth figures official?
Mostly no. Apart from Binod Chaudhary’s Forbes listing, most figures are unofficial estimates, since many Nepali businesses are privately held.
