Question 1

How do I convert a Nepali date (BS) to an English date (AD)?

Accepted Answer

Enter the BS year, month, and day in the BS to AD converter above and click "Convert to AD". The tool will instantly show you the corresponding Gregorian (English) date. The Bikram Sambat calendar is approximately 56 years and 8.5 months ahead of the Gregorian calendar.

Question 2

What is today's Nepali date?

Accepted Answer

The Nepali date converter above automatically shows today's Nepali date (Bikram Sambat) when you load the page. You can also convert any English date to Nepali by using the AD to BS converter.

Question 3

How many months are in the Nepali calendar?

Accepted Answer

The Nepali calendar (Bikram Sambat) has 12 months: Baishakh, Jestha, Ashadh, Shrawan, Bhadra, Ashwin, Kartik, Mangsir, Poush, Magh, Falgun, and Chaitra. Each month has between 29 and 32 days.

Question 4

Why do Nepalis use the Bikram Sambat calendar?

Accepted Answer

The Bikram Sambat (BS) calendar is the official calendar of Nepal, used for all government documents, festivals, and cultural events. Nepali festivals like Dashain, Tihar, Teej, and Holi are all celebrated according to the BS calendar.

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