It is the first and the most influential organization of teachers' association in Nepal.

The NTA was established in 1950 and registered under the educational act of that time, and then become a trade union in 1990.

[2][1] NTA is also affiliated or has working relationships with the trade unions and professional organizations in Nepal and around the world.

[3] The national general convention of the NTA took place on 14 April 2022.

The gathering elected Somnath Giri as NTA chairperson.