How much does a grinder make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹14,000 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,928
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 142 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 | $74,870 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $73,130 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $68,440 |
| 102. Sudan estimate | $1,971 |
| 103. India estimate | $1,928 |
| 104. Congo - Brazzaville estimate | $1,905 |
| 142. Kenya estimate | $132 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Blacksmith₹172,900
- Metal worker₹176,100
- Cnc operator₹182,600
- Metal molder₹169,900
- Welder₹179,500
- Metalworker₹184,300
- Steel erector₹191,100
- Rigger₹202,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grinder make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹14,000 a month, ₹168,000 a year.
How much does a grinder make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹149,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹197,100.
Which country pays a grinder the most?
Iceland, with a median of $74,870 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a grinder make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $46,480 a year against $1,928 in India, 24.1 times more.
Who makes more, a grinder or a blacksmith?
A blacksmith: ₹172,900 a year against ₹168,000 for a grinder, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate