How much does a Optometrist earn in India?

The estimated salary for Optometrist in India ranges from INR 20,000 to INR 25,000 INR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 730 job listings

Salary Guide

Optometrist Salary in India

Based on 730 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₹20,000 - ₹25,000

Median salary

₹20,000 - ₹25,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₹13K

25th percentile₹17K

Median₹20K

75th percentile₹25K

90th percentile₹29K

50% of professionals earn between ₹16,667 - ₹25,000 INR

The median salary is ₹20,000

Top cities

Bengaluru149 job openings

Chennai32 job openings

Hyderabad31 job openings

Mumbai22 job openings

Top companies hiring

Lenskart33

T & M SERVICES CONSULTING PRIVATE LIMITED8

ELUNO1

Placement India1

SpecsBunker1

Specsmakers Opticians1

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Optometrist

730 job openings

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The average salary for a Optometrist in India is INR 20,000 - INR 25,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is INR 22,500 per year, based on 730 active job listings.

The cities with the most Optometrist job opportunities in India are Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Coimbatore. Bengaluru leads with 149 job openings.

Leading employers for Optometrist roles in India include Lenskart, T & M SERVICES CONSULTING PRIVATE LIMITED, ELUNO, Placement India, SpecsBunker.

Explore 730 Optometrist job listings in India on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.