How much does a Physicist earn in India?

The estimated salary for Physicist in India ranges from INR 4,00,000 to INR 12,00,000 INR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 84 job listings

How much does a Physicist earn in India?

The average salary for a Physicist in India is INR 7,00,000 - INR 12,00,000 per year.

Salary Guide

Physicist Salary in India

Based on 84 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₹4,00,000 - ₹12,00,000

Median salary

₹7,00,000 - ₹12,00,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₹3L

25th percentile₹4L

Median₹7L

75th percentile₹12L

90th percentile₹14L

50% of professionals earn between ₹4,00,000 - ₹12,00,000 INR

The median salary is ₹7,00,000

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Physicist

84 job openings

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The average salary for a Physicist in India is INR 4,00,000 - INR 12,00,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is INR 9,50,000 per year, based on 84 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physicist job opportunities in India are Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Prayagraj. Mumbai leads with 13 job openings.

Explore 84 Physicist job listings in India on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.