FAQ: Declare IT as National Strategic Industry

The current status of "Declare IT as National Strategic Industry" is In Progress with 22% progress. IT declared "special industry" in FY 2025/26 budget with 75% tax exemption; National AI Policy approved Aug 2025; but no formal "strategic industry" legal declaration or IT Promotion Board yet Last updated: 2026-03-25.

Key ministries involved: MOCIT, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Industry. Key officials: ICT Minister, Finance Minister, Industry Minister.

Budget details: Revenue impact through 75% tax exemption on IT export income; target Rs 3T IT exports in 10 years

"Declare IT as National Strategic Industry" is a national-scope commitment affecting all seven provinces of Nepal.

"Declare IT as National Strategic Industry" is currently at 22% progress (In Progress). Key progress indicators being tracked: IT declared strategic industry in law, IT Promotion Board formed, tax exemptions implemented, tech employment growing. There are 4 evidence items and 0 sources contributing to this assessment.

No specific deadline has been publicly set for "Declare IT as National Strategic Industry". The RSP government's first 100 days target applies to many commitments.

Nepal Republic tracks "Declare IT as National Strategic Industry" using AI-powered intelligence gathering from multiple sources. Key aspects being monitored: Strategic industry declaration, IT tax exemption, IT Promotion Board, intellectual property lending, 5 lakh tech jobs, AI policy. Warning signs we watch for: No formal legal declaration, no IT Promotion Board, tax benefits not implemented, brain drain continues. The commitment has a trust level of "partial" based on 4 evidence items from 0 sources.

There are currently 4 evidence items tracked for "Declare IT as National Strategic Industry", sourced from 0 distinct sources. The current trust level is "partial" and the data confidence is "insufficient". Latest assessment: IT declared "special industry" in FY 2025/26 budget with 75% tax exemption; National AI Policy approved Aug 2025; but no formal "strategic industry" legal declaration or IT Promotion Board yet You can view the latest evidence and signals on the live tracker page.