National Investigation Department(NID)

National Investigation Department (NID)

The National Investigation Department (NID) is Nepal's primary intelligence agency tasked with gathering crucial information related to public security, economic crimes, corruption, terrorism (both domestic and cross-border), money laundering, narcotics, and human trafficking. Functioning under the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, NID plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the nation's interests. It operates as one of Nepal's four major security agencies, alongside the Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Army. Not to be confused with entities like the Central Investigation Bureau (a Nepal Police branch) or the Directorate of Military Intelligence (a Nepal Army branch), NID focuses on a broad spectrum of intelligence and investigative activities critical for maintaining the country's security and stability. The Public Service Commission (PSC) of Nepal, established on June 15, 1951, is a crucial constitutional body responsible for selecting qualified candidates for government civil service positions. Operating as an independent entity, it functions under the oversight of the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. The PSC comprises an acting Chairman and members, appointed by the President upon the recommendation of the constitutional council. Notably, 50% of these members are drawn from civil servants with over 20 years of government service.