How much does a correctional officer make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹15,380 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $2,118
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $82,770 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $82,450 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $74,470 |
| 107. Liberia estimate | $2,138 |
| 108. India estimate | $2,118 |
| 109. Senegal estimate | $2,115 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $451 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Firefighter₹204,100
- Police officer₹207,300
- Security guard₹154,200
- Aid worker₹174,300
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹15,380 a month, ₹184,600 a year.
How much does a correctional officer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹161,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹222,300.
Which country pays a correctional officer the most?
Australia, with a median of $68,670 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a correctional officer make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $61,280 a year against $2,118 in India, 28.9 times more.
Who makes more, a correctional officer or a firefighter?
A firefighter: ₹204,100 a year against ₹184,600 for a correctional officer, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate