The National Statistics Office has said that the fourth Labour Force Survey is underway. 

According to the Office, the survey aims to determine the size of the workforce nationwide, employment status, types of labour, and the overall condition of the labour market. 

Office Spokesperson Dhundiraj Lamichhane said that data collection has been going on for the past five months to assess fluctuations in seasonal employment, and their impact. The survey is expected to conclude by February-March, 2027.  The survey covers the working-age population. 

The survey will comprehensively collect data to assess the actual situation of employment and unemployment across the country, the nature of labor, education, and skill levels, as well as the prevalence of child labor, forced labor, and hazardous work.

Enumerators have already visited about 18,000 households in all seven provinces. 

Nepal conducted its first Labour Force Survey in 2055/56 BS, followed by the second in 2064/65 BS, and the third in 2074/75 BS.