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Optometrist Salary in India

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The India median is $31,311 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$31,311
per year
Monthly (national)
$2,610
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$31,311
Jaipur, IN
Hourly (national)
$15.05
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in India

CityPer year
Jaipur, IN$31,311
Lucknow, IN$31,311
Nagpur, IN$31,311
Bhopal, IN$31,311
Patna, IN$31,311
Kallakurichi, IN$31,311
Bangalore, IN$24,086
Mumbai, IN$23,876
Delhi, IN$21,886
Hyderabad, IN$21,677
Chennai, IN$20,106
Kolkata, IN$14,556

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in India?
The national median optometrist salary in India is about ₹29,90,000 per year (₹2,49,200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₹13,90,000 to ₹29,90,000.
Which India city pays optometrists the most?
Jaipur, IN pays the most at about ₹29,90,000 per year.
Which India city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Kolkata, IN is on the lower end at about ₹13,90,000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in India?
Across India cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about ₹9,83,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₹39,76,700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many India cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in India, all shown in INR.
Is optometrist in demand in India?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +9% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.