How much does a Optometrist earn in India?

The estimated salary for Optometrist in India ranges from INR 20,917 to INR 25,000 INR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,855 job listings

Salary Guide

Optometrist Salary in India

Based on 1,855 job listings - 2026

-76.3% vs 2025

Average salary

₹20,917 - ₹25,000

Median salary

₹20,917 - ₹25,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₹15K

25th percentile₹19K

Median₹21K

75th percentile₹25K

90th percentile₹29K

50% of professionals earn between ₹18,750 - ₹25,000 INR

The median salary is ₹20,917

Top cities

Bengaluru307 job openings

Hyderabad50 job openings

Mumbai43 job openings

Chennai27 job openings

Pune26 job openings

Bangalore G.p.o.21 job openings

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Optometrist

1,855 job openings

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The average salary for a Optometrist in India is INR 20,917 - INR 25,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is INR 22,959 per year, based on 1,855 active job listings.

The cities with the most Optometrist job opportunities in India are Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Pune. Bengaluru leads with 307 job openings.

Explore 1,855 Optometrist job listings in India on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.