Established 2007

About MRCSN

Music Royalty Collection Society Nepal (MRCSN) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization. Established in 2007 under the copyright act of Nepal that protects and administers the rights of authors and composers. It's objectives are to collect royalties for public music performances in the first phase and the collection of mechanical royalties at a later stage. It has been successful in establishing an efficient, and effective environment for royalty collection and distribution through a small unit of administration. It has been a provisional member of CISAC since 2008.

MRCSN is a Non-Governmental, non-profit organization
We are the only one government recognized CMO in Nepal
This organization is an independent, non-profit, non-political
The main aim of this organization is to collect and distribute

Mandate

Our mandate under the Copyright Act

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Collective management of rights

MRCSN is designated by the Government of Nepal as the sole authorised CMO for performing and mechanical rights under Section 23 of the Copyright Act 2059.

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Tariff setting

The society sets and publishes a tariff schedule for all categories of music users, subject to review by the Copyright Registrar.

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Distribution rules

Royalties must be distributed quarterly. The deduction for administrative costs cannot exceed 25% of gross collections.

Message from the CEO

Sagar Raj Pandey

Chief Executive Officer

Building a fairer future for Nepal's music creators

To every creator who has ever poured their soul into a song, your melody is not just music. It is your legacy and your right. Nepal's creators have given the world something extraordinary. It is time for the world to give something back.

As I step into this role at MRCSN, I carry one promise: that every note you create and every lyric you write will find its way back to you — not only as applause, but as rightful remuneration. At MRCSN, our mission is simple, yet sacred: to ensure that your creativity is never taken for free. Every performance. Every stream. Every broadcast. Your rights are real, and they deserve to become real income.

I believe Nepal's creators are among the most gifted in the world. My responsibility is to ensure that this gift is honoured — legally, financially, and with the dignity it deserves. Sing. Compose. Create. The system is finally beginning to work for you.

We are investing in transparency, technology, and trust — modernising our distribution systems, strengthening our relationships with international societies, and expanding our licensing network across Nepal. The path ahead is clear: more creators registered, more royalties collected, and faster payments in the hands of those who deserve them.

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