How much does an astrophysicist make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹36,520 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $5,028
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 2.4 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 143 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. United States | $168,200 |
| 2. Switzerland estimate | $129,000 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $105,900 |
| 98. Kiribati estimate | $5,245 |
| 99. India estimate | $5,028 |
| 100. Georgia estimate | $4,820 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $463 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Meteorologist₹403,900
- Chemist₹368,700
- Geologist₹408,700
- Actuary₹397,300
- Zoologist₹377,400
- Forestry advisor₹365,400
- Environmental protection professionals₹346,600
- Industrial engineer₹408,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does an astrophysicist make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹36,520 a month, ₹438,300 a year.
How much does an astrophysicist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹328,400 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹527,000.
Which country pays an astrophysicist the most?
United States, with a median of $168,200 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an astrophysicist make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $168,200 a year against $5,028 in India, 33.4 times more.
Who makes more, an astrophysicist or a meteorologist?
An astrophysicist: ₹438,300 a year against ₹403,900 for a meteorologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate