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Salary of a Professor: Per Month, IIT Professor Salary, Assistant Professor Salary, Associate Professor Salary

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Professors are scholars who have doctorate degrees and are in charge of teaching across various colleges/universities. They can specialize in any stream such as arts, commerce, law, engineering, and many more as per their choice. One of the primary duties of a professor is to conduct research and prepare lesson plans for their students. Professors also help in providing guidance to their students as well as advising and solving their issues. 

The average salary of a professor ranges between INR 5.72 LPA - 7.97 LPA. Some top colleges/universities that offer good salary packages are IITs, Delhi University, Chandigarh University, Amity University, NITs, NIFT, and Symbiosis. If the candidate becomes a Profess or Associate Professor across any Government Colleges / Universities then they are entitled to additional allowances such as rent allowance, dearness allowance, travel allowance, and others. Read More: Professor Qualifications

Average Salary of a Professor

The average salary of a professor in India is INR 5.72 LPA - 7.97 LPA. According to Glassdoor, the average monthly salary of a professor is INR 71,238 while the lowest monthly salary of a professor is approximately INR 36,000.

IIT’s offers an average salary package of around INR 20LPA - 27 LPA to professors. For other universities, with gradual experience, knowledge and updated skills, candidates get promoted and earn around INR 14 LPA – 19 LPA. University of Delhi offer their professors an average salary of INR 10.40 LPA - 17.56 LPA. The Head of the Department or HOD gets a salary package of INR 19 LPA.  

Salary of a Professor: College Wise Salary

The average salary of a professor based on the Colleges/Universities that they are associated with are tabulated below for your reference,

Name of the Company Average Annual Salary (INR)
IIT 20.22 L
University of Delhi 7.62 L
Amity University 9.78 L
Chandigarh University 6.98 L
AIIMS 17.68 L
Sharda University 12.10 L
BITS Pilani 16.88 L

Salary of a Professor: Experience Wise Salary

Tabulated below is the average salary of a professor on the basis of experience gained for your reference,

Years of Experience Average Annual Salary (INR)
0 - 5 years 5.63 L
6 - 10 years 7.72 L
11 - 15 years 10.92 L
16 - 20 years 16.12 L
20 years & above 18.90 L

Salary of a Professor: Designation Wise Salary

Discussed below is the average salary of a professor on the basis of their designations for your reference,

Designations Average Annual Salary (INR)
Assistant Professor 5.20 L
Associate Professor 8.96 L
HOD 13.24 L
Professor 11.20 L
Senior Professor 22.67 L

Salary of a Professor: City Wise Salary

The average salary of a professor across various cities, 

Name of the Cities Average Annual Salary (INR)
Delhi 6.78 L
Chandigarh 5.54 L
Kolkata 4.32 L
Mumbai 6.20 L
Bangalore 7.89 L
Pune 6.05 L

Salary of a Professor: Qualification Wise

The salary of a professor based on their qualifications is provided below

Qualification Average Salary Package (INR)
Post graduation 4.23 L
M.Phil 6.62 L
Ph.D 8.91 L
Post Doctrate 16.45 L

Job Role of a Professor

The major duties of a professor are as follows

  • Building a course curriculum
  • Preparing course syllabi
  • Presenting lectures
  • Mentoring students
  • Accurately evaluating students’ progress and grading
  • Research and publishing
  • Creating supplemental instruction material

Qualifications to Become a Professor

The major qualifications as well as eligibility criteria required to become a professor are given below

  • The candidate must have bachelor’s degree in any discipline 
  • The candidate must have master’s degree with at least 55% marks
  • The candidate must have passed the National Eligibility Test (NET)
  • The candidate must have obtain a doctorate degree (PhD)
  • The candidate must have some experience (preferable)

Top Recruiters for a Professor

List down the major recruiting companies for professors.

University of Delhi Amity University Chandigarh University
LPU Christ University Osmania University

Salary of a Professor: FAQs

Ques. How much does a Professor earn?

Ans. The Professor earns approximately INR 8 LPA depending on the amount of experience he/she has.

Ques. Is a master’s degree compulsory to become a Professor?

Ans. Yes, a master’s degree is compulsory in order to become a Professor.

Ques. Is a doctorate degree compulsory to work as aProfessor? 

Ans. Yes, it is mandatory. Some of the universities prefer candidates who are pursuing Ph.D. This will be an added advantage.

Ques. What exams to qualify to become a Professor?

Ans. To become a Professor, the candidate must have qualified any one of the following exams such as:

  • NET
  • GATE
  • SLET
  • CSIR NET

Ques. What are the required skills to become a Professor?

Ans. To become a Professor, the candidate must possess following skills:

  • Passion for teaching
  • Communication skills
  • Time Management
  • Problem solving skills

Ques. When can a candidate get promoted to become a Senior Professor?

Ans. In order to become a senior Professor, the candidate must have above 20 years of experience.

Ques. What are the benefits of being a Professor?

Ans. There are several benefits that a candidate can get being a Professor

  • Professors are offered handsome salary packages
  • They get several allowances such as rent allowance, PF, dearness allowance and many more
  • No fixed time of working
  • They get to travel for various conferences 
  • International opportunities

Ques. What is the difference between an assistant Professor and associate Professor?

Ans. An assistant Professor is an entry level Professor and associate Professors are those who have above 8 years of experience.

Ques. Which city offers the highest salary to Professors?

Ans. If we look at the data, Delhi who offers the highest salary package to their Professors.

Ques. What is the lowest Salary offered to a Professor?

Ans. According to Glassdoor, the lowest salary offered to a Professor is INR 25000 in India.

Ph.D. : 43 answered questions

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Ques. Are master's degrees from IGNOU acceptable for admission into Ph.D courses in top universities?

● Top Answer By Anumita Mukharjee on 28 Apr 22

Ans. Yes, IGNOU is UGC approved, so masters degrees from IGNOU are acceptable for Ph.D. courses in top universities.  But to get admission you will have to meet the other eligibility criteria as well. The university will check your marks, rank, average, and age. As IGNOU is an open university, there is no age bar for learning any degree. Read more
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Ques. Is a Phd from IGNOU worth it/valuable?

● Top Answer By Srabani Guha on 24 Jul 23

Ans. Recently, UGC stated that only  Full-time Phd courses will be Valid and distance PhD is no more valid. The new full-time Ph.D. course will be delivered through the New Delhi main Campus of IGNOU. This change in itself has raised the worth and credibility of a Ph.D. from IGNOU. Here are a few Ph.D. programs offered in regular mode by IGNOU Ph.D. in Dairy Science and Technology Ph.D. in Gender and Development Studies Ph.D. in Women's Studies Ph.D. in Arabic Ph.D. in French Ph.D. in Distance Education Ph.D. in Translation Studies Moreover, IGNOU is the largest open university in the world, so the credibility of any degree from here cannot be doubted. What actually matters is the level of effort you put into research in the concerned field. Try to earn your degree and not just get one.Read more
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Ques. How is the Direct PhD program of IIT Madras?

● Top Answer By Arati Sinha on 29 Mar 23

Ans. If you are considering pursuing a Ph.D. at IIT-M, you might be interested in knowing about the similarities and differences between a regular Ph.D. and a direct Ph.D. Here's what you need to know: Selection Procedure: All Ph.D. candidates, whether applying for a regular or direct Ph.D., have to clear a written exam followed by an interview at the institute. Coursework: A regular Ph.D. scholar has to complete four courses, while a direct Ph.D. candidate has to complete eight courses. If you are interested in a dual degree (i.e., MS by research and Ph.D.), you will need to complete two extra courses. Comprehensive Exam: After completing the coursework (usually taking two semesters), every candidate has to undergo a comprehensive exam consisting of a written test and an interview. You will have two chances to clear the comprehensive exam. If you fail to clear the comprehensive exam, you can still obtain an MS degree and get placed or join the Ph.D. program later. The amount and quality of research work by both kinds of Ph.D. candidates are the same. Financial Assistance: A regular Ph.D. candidate is eligible for financial assistance once to attend any international conference outside India. A direct Ph.D. candidate is eligible for financial assistance twice to attend an international conference outside India. Both regular and direct Ph.D. candidates can attend any national/international conference within India once every semester with full financial assistance. Stipend: The stipend for regular Ph.D. candidates is up to five years. The stipend for direct Ph.D. candidates is up to six years. Pre-Post Doc Fellowship: If you submit your degree within 4.5 years for a regular Ph.D. or 5 years for a direct Ph.D., you are eligible for a pre-postdoc fellowship.Read more
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Ques. What is the value of a Ph.D. degree from IIT Bombay?

● Top Answer By Karuna Nair on 13 Mar 23

Ans. If you want to achieve self-satisfaction by gaining maximum knowledge about your research area, a Ph.D. could be a great way to do so. Consider coming to IIT Bombay if you are always enthusiastic about learning something new and doing something innovative. Your work will depend on your area and how far you can reach in the industry. For example, if your area is controlled, you can reach many consulting firms or industries that deal with automation problems. In fact, my lab deals with many industrial problems related to such issues. Your work will be recognized as an asset for IITB, and research is the foremost thing that every professor looks forward to. Apart from that, you can enjoy a good life as a Ph.D. student here, with the freedom to think in many directions and develop your research skills at your own pace. A Ph.D. degree from IIT Bombay is well-recognized. Many of the students, who are doing their Ph. D.s here in controls, are well settled abroad or in India, which proves the worth of this degree.Read more
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Ques. Why do some students in IIT Bombay leave high-paying jobs and join grad schools for PhD?

● Top Answer By Advait Joshi on 23 Mar 23

Ans. It’s highly illogical to question why some students in IIT leave high-paying jobs and join graduate schools for Ph.D. This is because some people tend to do whatever makes them happy rather than following the sheep mentality. They don’t consider money as the only source of happiness. And they know that a high-paying job will rob them of mental peace due to a lot of responsibilities they might not even enjoy. So they choose a happier and simpler part which is pursuing a Ph.D. Another major reason why people may pursue a Ph.D. rather than working at a top company is their strong inclination to words academics, and they may not be satisfied with a bachelor's degree and crave higher studies in the form of PhD. Basically, the reason behind such a decision is subjective and depends solely On the particular individual, and cannot be objectified.  The common reason why people make such a decision is that they have more interest in studies and doing a job would hinder that passion. Doing a Ph.D. gives you opportunities to travel and enjoy life generally. That being said, it's not necessary that a Ph.D. is easy for everyone. It strictly depends upon one’s preferences and capabilities.Read more
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Ques. What is the placement scenario after PhD in IIT Bombay?

● Top Answer By Advait Joshi on 17 Mar 23

Ans. The placement scenario after PhD in IIT Bombay is generally poor, according to student feedback and departmental elections. Ph.D. students typically have very specific knowledge that may not be useful to companies, so they may not be recruited by BTech companies. There is no specific body that helps bring companies for Ph.D. students, resulting in a lack of job opportunities for graduates. Ph.D. graduates pursue two directions: Professor in a University or a specified job, but finding a job can be difficult without faculty contacts. The average salary for a Ph.D. student at IIT Bombay ranges from INR 3.4 Lakhs to INR 4.2 Lakhs per year .Read more
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Ques. Is a PhD from IGNOU valid?

● Top Answer By Pankaj Kumar on 18 Oct 22

Ans. PhD from IGNOU is as valuable as from any other university. The UGC has recently ruled that PhD from distance education is no longer valid. This is applicable to every university. PhD is valid only in regular mode. This can be both part-time or full-time. IGNOU offers both so yes PhD from IGNOU is valuable. In fact, it is more valuable than the same degree from Manipal or Lovely Professional University.  PhD from IGNOU is valuable because of the following reasons: Affordable fees  Both part-time and full-time available ( both approved by UGC) Easy distance education Can be pursued alongside a business or profession. What really matters is what you learn during your course and how you apply it.Read more
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Ques. What is the placement record of MSc applied statistics students of IIT Bombay?

● Top Answer By Poornima Sahoo on 18 Mar 23

Ans. The table below shows the key placement highlights of MSc applied statistics students of IIT Bombay. Particulars  Statistics  Median Salary INR 55.4 LPA Average Salary INR 17.9 LPA Placement Percentage 66.67% International Offers 58 Top Recruiters  Accenture | Analog Devices | Apple | CITI Bank | Google | Hindustan Unilever | HONEYWELL | IBM | ISRORead more
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Ques. How difficult is it to get a PhD from IISc Bangalore?

● Top Answer By Bidita Ghose on 14 Jul 23

Ans. Well, getting a Ph.D. from IISc is indeed difficult. In my opinion, the true meaning of a Ph.D. is investing your entire efforts, time, and knowledge in one specific region. In India though, Ph.D. is just considered a degree one can achieve by publishing some paper in some conference or journal. The quality of these papers is poor and substandard bringing down the sort of the degree.  However, IISc being a prestigious institute has managed to maintain the dignity and credibility of the degree so far. You need to prepare yourself for committing to hard work and high-level dedication. Know that your next 5-6 years will be spent proving and disproving every hypothesis possible and conducting infinite experiments. As a Ph.D. student, you will be publishing a few journals in top international forums and also writing your own thesis, which will culminate your entire work and present it before other researchers and professors of the institute. You will then be assessed thoroughly. Only after proving your point strongly and convincing them will you be able to get the degree.  During this whole time, you will face many struggles dealing with your PI and securing funds for your research work. But trust me the result will be worth the effort!Read more
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Ques. How good is doing a PhD in BITS Pilani compared to IITs?

● Top Answer By Advait Joshi on 27 Jun 23

Ans. The mentors and research facilities at IITs are much better than at BITS Pilani. However, the passing process is as much more difficult at IITs.  BITS Pilani, on the other hand, is flexible to incorporate the changing scenario and a PhD from BITS Pilani is much more industry relevant. One of my cousins had a bad experience at BITS Pilani during his Ph.D. in the Mechanical branch. According to him, a large number of Ph.D. students in BITS Pilani drop out because of the intense pressure for producing results. PhD students are burdened with numerous tasks including the evaluation work for B.Tech. The saving grace for Ph.D. at BITS is that under a guide, your Ph.D. will be completed in 3 years like an MS from IIT. Considering my cousin’s experience, you should consult the alumni at BITS Pilani before choosing the institution for pursuing your Ph.D. Otherwise, BITS Pilani is a reputable institution and its Ph.D. degree will hold great relevance. More so, if you get the right mentors and the right facilities, the name tag of an institution becomes secondary.Read more
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