NIMB Share Sale Notice Update For Promoter Shares
23rd March 2026, Kathmandu
The Nepal Investment Mega Bank Share Sale has entered a significant phase as the bank officially opened the window for the divestment of promoter shares.
NIMB Share Sale Notice
According to the formal notice published on March 23, 2026 (Chaitra 9, 2082 BS), a total of 253,367 units of promoter shares are currently available for acquisition. This move by six of the bank’s founding shareholders is being closely watched by institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, as it represents a shift in the ownership structure of one of Nepal’s largest commercial banking entities.
Key Details of the NIMB Promoter Share Sale
The Nepal Investment Mega Bank Share Sale is being conducted in strict adherence to the directives issued by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) regarding the transfer of promoter-level equity.
Total Shares Offered: 253,367 Units.
Announcement Date: March 23, 2026.
Application Deadline: Interested eligible buyers must submit their bids within 35 days from the date of the notice.
Primary Eligibility: In this initial stage, the offer is restricted exclusively to the bank’s existing promoter shareholders.
Submission Point: All formal applications and supporting documents must be delivered to the NIMB Share Registrar Office, located at IT Plaza, Kamaladi, Kathmandu.
The Two-Step Sales Process
The Nepal Investment Mega Bank Share Sale follows a mandatory two-tier process designed to maintain the stability of the bank’s founding core.
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Right of First Refusal (Current Phase): Existing promoters are given the first opportunity to purchase the shares. This prevents the dilution of the current promoter group’s influence.
Public Offering (Potential Next Phase): If the 253,367 shares are not fully subscribed by the current promoters within the 35-day window, the bank will issue a secondary 7-day or 15-day notice. At that stage, the shares will be opened to other individuals, companies, or licensed institutions (the general public).
Why Promoter Shares Matter
Participating in the Nepal Investment Mega Bank Share Sale differs significantly from buying ordinary shares on the NEPSE floor (NIMB).
Long-Term Strategy: Promoter shares (NIMBPO) are often viewed as long-term strategic assets. While they are less liquid than ordinary shares, they often carry significant voting power and influence over the bank’s governance.
Pricing: The price for these shares is generally negotiated or set at a base rate determined by the selling shareholders, often reflecting the bank’s net worth more closely than the volatile secondary market price.
Lock-in Periods: Buyers should be aware that promoter shares are subject to specific regulatory lock-in periods and require NRB’s “Fit and Proper” clearance before the ownership transfer is finalized.
Recent Market Context for NIMB
The timing of the Nepal Investment Mega Bank Share Sale coincides with a broader trend of promoter divestment in Nepal’s banking sector. As of late March 2026, NIMB promoter shares (NIMBPO) have been trading in the secondary market at approximately Rs 165 per unit. Prospective buyers in this private sale will likely use this market price as a benchmark for their bids, while also considering the bank’s recent quarterly performance and distributable profit margins.
Conclusion
The Nepal Investment Mega Bank Share Sale notice provides a 35-day strategic window for existing stakeholders to consolidate their positions. With 253,367 units on the table, the outcome of this sale will determine the bank’s internal power dynamics heading into the next fiscal year. For retail investors, the main point of interest remains the potential “Public Stage” of this sale, which could offer a rare entry point into the promoter category of a top-tier commercial bank.
For More: NIMB Share Sale Notice
