What are the MCC and MNC codes in Nepal?
Every mobile network in Nepal shares Mobile Country Code (MCC) 429 — the three-digit prefix that opens every PLMN broadcast by a Nepal SIM. The country's international dialling prefix is +977, which is distinct from the MCC: 429 identifies the country inside the network, while +977 routes voice calls. Under ISO 3166 Nepal is coded NP / NPL / 524. This page lists 4 mobile networks operating in Nepal, with each network's MNC, full PLMN, operator, status and market share.
By reported market reach, the largest networks in Nepal are Ncell (41.9%), SmartCell (5.8%).
| MCC | MNC | PLMN | Operator | Status | Market share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 429 | 01 | 42901 | Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone Nepal Telecom (NDCL) | Operational | — |
| 429 | 02 | 42902 | Ncell Ncell Pvt. Ltd. | Operational | 41.9% |
| 429 | 03 | 42903 | UTL United Telecom Limited | Operational | — |
| 429 | 04 | 42904 | SmartCell Smart Telecom Pvt. Ltd. (STPL) | Operational | 5.8% |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCC of Nepal?
- Nepal's Mobile Country Code (MCC) is 429. Every SIM issued by a Nepal network broadcasts a PLMN that begins with these three digits.
- What is Nepal's country calling code?
- Nepal's international dialling prefix is +977. Note that this is separate from the MCC (429): the calling code routes voice calls, while the MCC identifies the country inside the mobile network.
- How many mobile networks are in Nepal?
- This registry lists 4 mobile networks for Nepal, from full MNOs to MVNOs, each with its MNC, PLMN code, operator, status and market share.
- How do I read a Nepal PLMN?
- A PLMN such as 42901 is simply the MCC and MNC joined together: 429 (Nepal) followed by 01 (Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone). The first three digits are always the country's MCC; the remaining two or three digits are the network's MNC.
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