Number of Chartered Accountants in Nepal: 5,300 as of 2023

Current Figure

According to the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal (ICAN), there were 5,300 registered Chartered Accountants in Nepal as of 2023.

Context

• ICAN is the sole statutory body regulating the profession under the Chartered Accountants Act, 1997.
• The number has grown steadily from ~3,500 in 2015, reflecting expanded education capacity and demand in corporate, public, and development sectors.
• Many CAs work in Kathmandu; others serve in government, NGOs, banking, and overseas.

Qualification Path

CAP I → CAP II → CAP III (3-level exams) + 3 years articleship. ICAN also recognizes reciprocal qualifications from ICAI (India), ICAP (Pakistan), and other IFAC members.