Government Software Center CEO Race: 6 Finalists Shortlisted From 27 Applicants
18th September 2026, Kathmandu
Discover the 6 shortlisted candidates vying for the CEO position at Nepal’s newly established Software Development and Operations Center under the Prime Minister’s Office. Learn about the selection process, the 27 original applicants, and the next steps by the Council of Ministers.
Government Software Center CEO Race
The Prime Minister’s Office has shortlisted six candidates for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the newly established Software Development and Operations Center, which will operate under the direct oversight of the Prime Minister’s Office.
Of 27 applicants, the selection committee shortlisted six qualified individuals, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.
Established to develop, upgrade, and maintain government software systems, this center marks a significant step in the country’s digital governance.
The 6 Shortlisted Candidates:
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Dr. Bhojraj Ghimire
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Dr. Sridhar Marasini
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Nirajan Panthi
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Narayan Prasad Ghimire
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Dhruv Gyawali
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Kiran Timilsina
Next Steps in the Selection Process:
Applications for the CEO position were originally invited on Bhadra 19. Moving forward, the selection committee will narrow down the list by recommending the top 3 candidates from the current six.
Ultimately, the Council of Ministers will appoint one of the three recommended candidates as the final CEO.
As this newly formed center aims to make government software systems more systematic, transparent, and advanced, the appointment of its first CEO has garnered significant public and professional interest.
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