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Material Guide
Current material prices and quality notes for house construction in Nepal. Prices are indicative for the Kathmandu Valley.
Material
Unit
Price Range
Notes
OPC Cement (Grade 53)
50 kg bag
NRs 800–950
Arghakhanchi, Hetauda, Palpa brands. Use Grade 53 for structural concrete.
TMT Steel Bars (Fe500D)
per kg
NRs 100–130
Fe500D mandatory for earthquake-resistant construction. Hulas, Panchakanya brands.
River Sand (Coarse)
per truck (100 cft)
NRs 4,000–7,000
Prefer angular, clean river sand. Avoid sea sand or soil-mixed sand.
20mm Aggregate
per truck (100 cft)
NRs 3,500–6,000
Crushed stone aggregate. Angular shape gives better concrete bond.
12mm Aggregate
per truck (100 cft)
NRs 3,500–6,000
Used in slabs and beams where dense packing is needed.
Shuttering Ply (12mm)
per sheet (8×4 ft)
NRs 1,500–2,500
Reusable 3–5 times. Marine ply lasts longer.
Prices are approximate and based on Kathmandu Valley market rates (2026). Prices in terai or hilly districts may vary by 10–20%. Always get quotes from at least 3 suppliers.