How much does a chemist make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹30,720 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,230
- 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 | $108,500 |
| 2. United States | $92,530 |
| 3. Germany | $89,610 |
| 99. Kiribati estimate | $4,412 |
| 100. India estimate | $4,230 |
| 101. Georgia estimate | $4,054 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $390 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Astrophysicist₹438,300
- Meteorologist₹403,900
- 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 a chemist make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹30,720 a month, ₹368,700 a year.
How much does a chemist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹307,700 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹461,900.
Which country pays a chemist the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $108,500 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a chemist make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $92,530 a year against $4,230 in India, 21.9 times more.
Who makes more, a chemist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: ₹438,300 a year against ₹368,700 for a chemist, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate