How much does a forklift operator make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹13,910 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,915
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 143 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. Iceland estimate | $67,770 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $65,440 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $64,770 |
| 104. Laos estimate | $1,982 |
| 105. India estimate | $1,915 |
| 106. Tunisia estimate | $1,896 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Plant and machine operators and assemblers
- Farm equipment operator₹174,700
- Earthmoving and related plant operators₹198,600
- Crane operators₹212,500
- Train driver₹251,700
- Signalman₹219,700
- Motorcyle courier₹159,400
- Taxi driver₹152,200
- Bus driver₹182,000
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forklift operator make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹13,910 a month, ₹166,900 a year.
How much does a forklift operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹152,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹188,000.
Which country pays a forklift operator the most?
Australia, with a median of $46,810 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a forklift operator make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $46,420 a year against $1,915 in India, 24.2 times more.
Who makes more, a forklift operator or a farm equipment operator?
A farm equipment operator: ₹174,700 a year against ₹166,900 for a forklift operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate