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Psychiatrist Salary in India

Psychiatrists diagnose and treat mental health conditions through therapy and medication. The India median is $62,308 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$62,308
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,192
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$62,308
Jaipur, IN
Hourly (national)
$29.96
varies by city

Psychiatrist salary by city in India

CityPer year
Jaipur, IN$62,308
Lucknow, IN$62,308
Nagpur, IN$62,308
Bhopal, IN$62,308
Patna, IN$62,308
Kallakurichi, IN$62,308
Bangalore, IN$47,752
Mumbai, IN$46,915
Delhi, IN$45,030
Hyderabad, IN$42,621
Chennai, IN$40,003
Kolkata, IN$28,484

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a psychiatrist make in India?
The national median psychiatrist salary in India is about ₹59,50,000 per year (₹4,95,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₹27,20,000 to ₹59,50,000.
Which India city pays psychiatrists the most?
Jaipur, IN pays the most at about ₹59,50,000 per year.
Which India city pays psychiatrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Kolkata, IN is on the lower end at about ₹27,20,000 per year for a psychiatrist.
What is the typical salary range for a psychiatrist in India?
Across India cities we cover, psychiatrist pay commonly spans from about ₹19,20,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₹82,40,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many India cities have psychiatrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes psychiatrist pay for 12 cities in India, all shown in INR.
Is psychiatrist in demand in India?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.