How much does an architect make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹29,560 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,070
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 2.0 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $104,400 |
| 2. United States | $99,280 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $85,700 |
| 99. Kiribati estimate | $4,245 |
| 100. India estimate | $4,070 |
| 101. Georgia estimate | $3,901 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $375 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Landscape architect₹357,200
- Product designer₹334,800
- Urban planner₹376,000
- Surveyor₹368,800
- UX designer₹312,500
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architect make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹29,560 a month, ₹354,700 a year.
How much does an architect make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹294,400 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹430,800.
Which country pays an architect the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $104,400 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an architect make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $99,280 a year against $4,070 in India, 24.4 times more.
Who makes more, an architect or a landscape architect?
A landscape architect: ₹357,200 a year against ₹354,700 for an architect, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate