Top 10 Startups Making Waves in Nepal

Explore Nepal’s thriving startup scene with 10 standout ventures in fintech, e-commerce, ride-sharing, and more shaping the country’s digital future.

By Nishan Khadka · Business in Nepal · 1 year ago · 2 min read

Nepal's startup scene is thriving with innovative ventures across various sectors. Here are ten notable startups that have captured attention:

Tootle: Revolutionizing urban transport with motorcycle ride-sharing, navigating Kathmandu's traffic efficiently.

Pathao: Offering ride-sharing and logistics solutions across Nepal, facilitating both passenger rides and parcel deliveries.

Khalti: A leading digital wallet and payment gateway enabling users to pay bills, recharge phones, and conduct online transactions securely.

SastoDeal: Nepal's answer to Amazon, providing a diverse range of products at competitive prices through its e-commerce platform.

F1Soft International: A pioneer in fintech, renowned for innovations like eSewa, transforming mobile banking and digital payments.

Nepal Communitere: A hub for social innovation, offering invaluable resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to startups.

MeroJob: Nepal's premier job portal connecting job seekers and employers, streamlining recruitment processes nationwide.

Antenna Foundation Nepal: Using media and technology to drive social change, focusing on critical issues such as healthcare and education.

Grepsr: A global provider of data-as-a-service, specializing in web scraping and data extraction solutions.

Foodmandu: Simplifying dining experiences in Kathmandu through an online food delivery platform serving a variety of restaurants.

These startups span technology, e-commerce, fintech, and social impact sectors, contributing significantly to Nepal's burgeoning entrepreneurial landscape.

For more insights into Nepal’s dynamic startup ecosystem, stay tuned to our blog!


Nishan Khadka

Nishan Khadka

Chief Executive Officer

He is a Semi Qualified Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal with expertise in accounting, taxation, and financial reporting. He is also a Xero Advisor Level Certif...