About Us

National Capital Limited (NCL), is a fully SEBON licensed Merchant Banker which offers Portfolio Management Services, Corporate Advisory Services, Underwriting Services, Issue Management, Depository Participant and RTA/ RTS.

NCL is a subsidiary of National Life Insurance Limited (NLICL), Nepal’s oldest private-sector insurance company, established in 1975. NCL was established as a collaboration between NLICL and other investors who have decades of management and board-level experience across Nepali and global financial markets.

NCL is established to deliver high-quality, ethical, and performance-driven investment management and merchant banking services in Nepal, built on the principles of value investing inspired by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger.

Core Purpose

To help individuals, families, and organizations create wealth for financial prosperity.

Core Values

Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of ethics and integrity in everything we do; integrity is non-negotiable.

Long-term

We operate with a long-term mindset, because enduring quality and meaningful outcomes can only be built over time with patience, consistent effort, and discipline.

Compounding

​We embrace the principle of compounding, not just in investing, but in building lasting value across our work and decisions.

Client-Centric Approach

We adopt a client-first approach in every decision, believing that prioritizing our clients’ best interests drives sustainable, long-term success for our business.

Continuous Learning

​We are committed to continuous learning and knowledge-building, recognizing that growth and excellence in our profession require constant improvement.

Result Oriented

​We strive to deliver exceptional outcomes for our stakeholders through disciplined, intelligent, and focused effort.

Board of Directors

Meet our Board of Directors, a team of seasoned professionals committed to providing strategic oversight, ensuring regulatory compliance and safeguarding client interests. Each member brings a unique set of skills and expertise to ensure the best outcomes for all stakeholders.

Prajwol Sayami

Chairman

  • Deputy General Manager, National Life Insurance Company Limited

  • Over 15 years of leadership experience in the life insurance sector

  • Chartered Accountant (CA), ICAI

  • MBA, Ace Institute of Management – Pokhara University Gold Medalist

  • Recipient, Presidential Nepal Bidhya Bhusan Award

  • Expertise in financial strategy, corporate governance, and risk management

Prapti Rajya Laxmi Rana

Director

  • Head of HR Practices, DIGI HUB (Fintech)
  • MBA in Marketing, Lincoln University
  • Over 15 years of leadership in executive and board-level roles
  • Specializes in strategic leadership and people-focused organizational growth
  • Experience across Banking, Hospitality, Event Management, Payment Services, and IT Services

Sumit Bahadur Pradhanang

Director

  • Chartered Accountant (CA), ICAI

  • MBA, Ace Institute of Management

  • Former roles at Deloitte, India and TR Upadhya & Co., Nepal

  • Founder, Khanal Pradhanang Investment Services

  • Over 10 years’ experience in Audit, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Manufacturing, and Business Strategy

  • Expertise in business operations, financial oversight, and strategic growth

Sumit Man Singh Baniya

Director

  • Member, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

  • Over 8 years’ experience in Investment Management, Accounting, Finance, and Auditing

  • Former roles at Alpha Capital, iCapital Holdings, and Complete Business Solution Pvt. Ltd.

  • Strong expertise in financial analysis and regulatory compliance

Management Team

Meet our Management, a seasoned team comprising of CFA Charterholders & candidates, Chartered Accountants, and top business school graduates with decades of investment management and banking experience, dedicated to delivering superior returns and long-term wealth creation for our clients.

Arpan Khanal

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CFA Institute, Virginia

  • Business Administration Graduate, Kathmandu University

  • 13+ years of combined experience in Investment Banking (J.P. Morgan), Private Equity (True North Associates), Entrepreneurship, and Investment Management (KPIS)

  • Founder & CEO, Khanal Pradhanang Investment Services

  • Extensive experience in stock market investing, portfolio advisory/management, and generating superior returns

Shraddha Pant

Head of Investments

  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CFA Institute, Virginia

  • Business Administration Graduate, Pune University

  • 10+ years of experience across Credit Rating, Investment Banking, and Investment Management

  • Professional experience in India at CRISIL, Nliten Consulting & Contracting LLP, and Spark Capital

  • Key roles in Nepal at One to Watch, Khanal Pradhanang Investment Services, and Muktinath Capital Limited

  • Strong expertise in business evaluation and strategic investment decision-making

Sujan Adhikari

Accounts, Finance and Compliance Officer

  • Chartered Accountant, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal (ICAN)

  • Recipient of the Narendra Vashishtha Gold Medal for academic excellence

  • Business Studies Undergraduate, Tribhuvan University

  • Brings strong expertise in financial management and regulatory compliance

Manju Lekhak

Head of Corporate Advisory Division

  • Master of Finance and Control, School of Management, Tribhuvan University

  • Bachelors in business administration, Pune University

  • 5+ years in Banking Sector