How much does a psychologist make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹30,950 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,261
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 2.1 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 | $109,300 |
| 2. United States | $100,400 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $89,720 |
| 99. Kiribati estimate | $4,444 |
| 100. India estimate | $4,261 |
| 101. Georgia estimate | $4,084 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $392 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Economist₹414,400
- Anthropologist₹334,000
- Historian₹349,400
- Social worker₹330,600
- Religious professionals₹294,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹30,950 a month, ₹371,300 a year.
How much does a psychologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹299,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹452,200.
Which country pays a psychologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,400 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a psychologist make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $100,400 a year against $4,261 in India, 23.6 times more.
Who makes more, a psychologist or an economist?
An economist: ₹414,400 a year against ₹371,300 for a psychologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate