Nepal SBI Bank Opens Rs 3 Billion Debenture Issue at 7% Interest Rate
Nepal SBI Bank has opened public subscription for its Rs 3 billion, 10-year debenture offering a 7% annual interest rate.
Kathmandu, July 14, 2025 — Nepal SBI Bank Limited (SBI) has opened its Rs 3 billion debenture issue titled “7% Nepal SBI Bank Debenture 2090,” starting today, Asar 30. The bond carries a fixed annual interest rate of 7% with a maturity period of 10 years.
A total of 3 million debenture units, each with a face value of Rs 1,000, will be issued. Of this, 60% (1.8 million units worth Rs 1.8 billion) will be privately placed, while 40% (1.2 million units worth Rs 1.2 billion) will be offered to the general public. Within the public allotment, 5% (60,000 units) have been reserved for mutual fund schemes.
Retail investors must apply for a minimum of 25 units, with no upper cap. The earliest closing date for the issue is Shrawan 1 (July 16), and the latest possible closing is Shrawan 12 (July 27), depending on subscription levels.
Nabil Investment Banking Limited is acting as the issue and sales manager.
Applications can be submitted online via Mero Share or through the C-ASBA system at SEBON-approved banks and financial institutions.
The issue has received a credit rating of [ICRANP-IR] AA from ICRA Nepal, indicating a high degree of safety in meeting financial obligations on time.
Interest will be paid semi-annually after deducting applicable taxes, at the end of each fiscal half-year.
This issuance presents an attractive fixed-income investment option for conservative investors seeking steady returns over a long-term horizon.