How much does a geologist make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹34,060 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,690
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 2.3 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 | $120,300 |
| 2. United States | $100,900 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $98,760 |
| 99. Kiribati estimate | $4,892 |
| 100. India estimate | $4,690 |
| 101. Georgia estimate | $4,495 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $432 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Astrophysicist₹438,300
- Meteorologist₹403,900
- Chemist₹368,700
- 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 geologist make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹34,060 a month, ₹408,700 a year.
How much does a geologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹332,700 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹527,500.
Which country pays a geologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,900 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a geologist make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $100,900 a year against $4,690 in India, 21.5 times more.
Who makes more, a geologist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: ₹438,300 a year against ₹408,700 for a geologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate