Top Relevant Career Paths for BE/BTech Graduates

Top Relevant Career Paths for BTech Graduates

1. Data Scientists

Data scientists are data experts who collect, analyse and interpret data from multidisciplinary sources and heavily use computer-based programs for analysing data. Having a thorough knowledge base in Mathematics and statistics is required. They earn 1036K rupees per annum on average. 

  • Educational qualifications: Bachelor's in computer science, maths, statistics, Master's in data science
  • Skills: Programming (Python, R, SQL), statistics, probability, database management, machine learning, data visualisation (Tableau, Excel), cloud computing, attention to detail, communication skills
  • Top Companies: Mu Sigma, Amazon, Dataspace, Fractal Analytics, IBM
  • Degree/Diploma: Master's in CS/Statistics, specific course certifications, diploma programs (eg, IIT Madras, Great Learning)

2. Web Developers

Web developers are responsible for programming and developing World Wide Web applications. They are required to know programming applications and be tech-savvy. They earn an average of 390K rupees per annum. 

  • Educational qualification: Bachelor's in computer applications or computer science 
  • Skills: Front-end coding (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Git, responsive design, back-end coding (PHP, Java, Ruby, C#, Python), SEO, UI/UX design, frameworks, testing and debugging
  • Top Companies: Google, Apple, IBM, JP Morgan Chase, Microsoft, Accenture, TCS, Infosys
  • Degree/Diploma: Associate degree in web development, diploma in software development or CS

3. Artificial Intelligence Experts

AI experts deal with recreating human cognitive processes in machines and computer systems. They often have a degree in computer science or cognitive science. They earn around 1400k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education qualifications: Bachelor's in computer science or cognitive science, Master's in cognitive science (AI)
  • Skills: Machine learning and deep learning expertise, data management and processing, analytical skills, mathematical skills, linear algebra, statistics, creativity in algorithm design, probability, adaptability  
  • Top Companies: OpenAI, Anthropic, Grammarly, Hive, Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, NVIDIA, Meta, Accenture
  • Degree/Diploma: Specialised master's in AI, certifications on AI fundamentals, strategy skills, building and deploying AI solutions, Azure AI tools

4. Digital Marketing Specialist

Digital marketing specialists are those who target markets and create brand images, and maintain campaigns online for a particular product or a company. They earn, on average, rupees 496k per annum. 

  • Education qualification: a degree in marketing, business, management or  a relevant degree 
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Video marketing, SEO, SEM, content marketing, data and analytics, AI, automation, design thinking and planning, social media, email marketing
  • Top Companies: Amazon, TCS, Accenture, WATConsult, Webchutney, CTS, Genpact, Myntra, Swiggy, PUMA 
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA in digital marketing, MBA in marketing, diploma in digital marketing, advanced program in digital marketing with GenAI

5. Customer Success Manager

A customer success manager is one who aims to help the customer experience less dissonance and be satisfied with their experience with the product. They often earn an average of rupees 410k per annum. 

  • Educational qualification: a degree in business administration, management or a relevant field
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Strategic thinking, problem solving, customer relationship management, adaptability, commercial acumen, cross-functional influence, customer advocacy
  • Top Companies: Adobe, Salesforce, Birdeye, Microsoft, LinkedIn, SAP, Cisco, Chargebee, Jio
  • Degree/Diploma: Certifications in customer success management/related areas, Business Management, Psychology, Marketing

6. Growth Manager

A growth manager is responsible for planning and executing strategies aimed at gaining and retaining more customers, upselling products and managing the company’s growth. They usually make around 1400K rupees per annum.

  • Educational qualification: Bachelor's in business, management or relevant field, Master's in business administration
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Data analysis, digital marketing, product management
  • Top Companies: Amazon, Tata Nexarc, Phonepe, Instahyre, Ninjacart
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA in marketing/entrepreneurship, certifications in digital marketing/growth hacking/analytics

7. UX/UI Designer

A UI/UX designer is responsible for designing the user interface of an application or product and determines how the user experiences the product. They make around 544k rupees on average.

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's degree in computer science, graphic design or cognitive science
  • Skills: Knowledge of design tools (Figma, Adobe XD), strong design capabilities, wireframing, prototyping, visual and interaction design, testing
  • Top Companies: TCS, CTS, Accenture, F22Labs, Crayon’d, Google, Jio, Microsoft
  • Degree/Diploma: Master's degree in UX design/information experience design, Human-computer interaction (HCI), UI/UX design diplomas

8. Research Assistant

Designs research to find out information through scientific means. Roles range from research design, sample design, data collection, analysis and interpreting results. They make around 350k rupees per annum. 

  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in any field
  • Competitive exam: UGC NTA NET-JRF exam
  • Skills: Communication, critical thinking, time management, attention to detail, analytical skills, data visualisation
  • Top Companies: S&P Global, McKinsey, JP Morgan, Gartner, Thomson Reuters
  • Degree/Diploma: Degrees in business-related fields, mathematics, economics, and social science

9. Blockchain Developers

Develop and tweak blockchain protocols and design blockchain systems. They design network architecture and supervise it too. They earn an average of 715K rupees per annum.

  • Educational Qualifications: Bachelor's in Computer Science or Applications with a diploma in programming languages
  • Skills: Blockchain fundamentals, cryptography, programming (C, Python, Ruby, Golang), data structures, knowledge of smart contracts
  • Top Companies: IBM, Microsoft, Chainlink Labs, SoluLab, Vrinsoft Technology
  • Degree/Diploma: Master's degree in CS/IT or mathematics, certifications like Certified Blockchain Developer (CBD) or Certified Blockchain Professional (CBP)

10. Coding and Programmers

They write, test, and repair code required to run computer programs. They earn around 400k per annum on average.

  • Education qualification: requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or applications, or mathematics. Master's in computer science or computer applications.
  • Skills: Front-end coding (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Git, responsive design, back-end coding (PHP, Java, Ruby, C#, Python), SEO, UI/UX design, frameworks, testing and debugging, data visualisation, machine learning 
  • Top Companies: Google, Apple, IBM, JP Morgan Chase, Microsoft, Accenture, TCS, Infosys, Mu Sigma, Amazon, Dataspace
  • Degree/Diploma: Associate degree in web development, diploma in software development or CS

11. Site Reliability Engineer 

They maintain and stabilise their company’s digital platforms and seek to constantly improve the reliability of the software. They are essentially software engineers who design operations functions. They earn an average of 1624k rupees per annum.

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's or master's in software engineering 
  • Skills: Python, Go, Java, understanding of OS systems such as Linux/Unix, cloud computing (AWS/Google Cloud/Azure)
  • Top Companies: Trimble, Quvia, KLA, ACV Auctions, Nextiva, and ADP
  • Degree/Diploma: Degrees in CS/IT/software engineering, certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)

12. Robotics Engineer

They design, build and test robots so that they fit the role and standards that the robots are required to function at. They often make an average of 432k rupees per annum.

  • Education qualifications: A degree in mechanical or electronic, or electrical engineering. Degrees in computer science, design and technology are also suitable.
  • Entrance exams: Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) – main and advanced
  • Skills: Python, Go, Java, understanding of OS systems such as Linux/Unix, cloud computing (AWS/Google Cloud/Azure)
  • Top Companies: Trimble, Quvia, KLA, ACV Auctions, Nextiva, and ADP
  • Degree/Diploma: Degrees in CS/IT/software engineering, certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)

13. Cyber Security Specialist

They design security programs to keep the computer systems secure. They assess risks and vulnerabilities in software and improve upon them to provide better security. They make around 478k rupees per annum on average.

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or computer applications is required. 
  • Skills: Network security, risk management, incident response, programming, ethical hacking, firewall installation, AI, analytical skills
  • Top Companies: Wipro, CTS, TCS, Virtusa, Nexus IT group, Alta Associates
  • Degree/Diploma: Degrees in Cybersecurity/CS/IT, diplomas in cybersecurity, forensics/networking

14. Python Developer

They develop and test code for applications and programs integrated with web services. They develop code on the server side to maintain the applications. They earn around 494k rupees per annum on average.

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer applications or information systems is often required 
  • Skills: Python proficiency, web frameworks like Django or Flask, database management, version control, problem-solving, analytical skills
  • Top Companies: Virtusa, Pando, Colan Infotech, and CRUX Consulting Services, Infosys, Jio
  • Degree/Diploma: Degree in CS/IT/mathematics, PCAP (Certified Associate in Python Programming) and PCPP (Certified Professional in Python Programming), industry certifications

15. Front-end Engineer

Front-end engineers design, develop and test the user interface of websites, focusing on accessibility, aesthetics, performance, security and quality of code. They make around 574k rupees per annum on average.

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's degree in computer science or computer applications, and knowledge in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, etc.
  • Skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React/Vue/Angular, Git, APIs, UI/UX basics.
  • Top Companies: Google, Amazon, Infosys, TCS, Accenture, Razorpay, Zoho.
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in CSE/IT; coding bootcamps/front-end skills-related master's can help.

16. Lead Generation Specialist

Responsible for prospecting potential clients and qualifying leads to provide the sales team to work on. It involves persuasion skills, flair with language and good decision-making. They often make around 462k rupees per annum on average. 

  • Education Qualification: A bachelor's degree in marketing would be suitable. 
  • Skills: CRM tools (HubSpot, Salesforce), LinkedIn, cold emailing, Excel, and communication.
  • Top Companies: Freshworks, Zoho, UpGrad, SaaS startups
  • Degree/Diploma: Digital marketing/lead-gen courses 

17. Investment Bankers

An investment banker helps individuals and firms raise capital by selling equity or issuing debt, and helps them in making decisions regarding investment, mergers and acquisitions, etc. They often earn around 827k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education qualifications: A bachelor's degree in business, commerce, economics or management and a master's degree in business administration with investment banking specialisation. 
  • Skills: Financial modelling, Excel, valuation, M&A knowledge, pitch decks, Bloomberg Terminal.
  • Top Companies: Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BCG, Kotak, Avendus
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA (Finance) preferred, CFA (add-on).

18. Career Counsellor 

Career counsellors help students in choosing courses and careers that best suit their interests, aptitudes and skills by providing valuable information and guidance. They earn an average of 310k rupees per annum.

  • Educational qualification: A bachelor's in psychology or counselling is required. A PG diploma in counselling and guidance.
  • Skills: Empathy, communication, psychometric tools, career frameworks.
  • Top Companies: Mindler, iDreamCareer, CareerGuide, edtech startups.
  • Degree/Diploma: Degree in Psychology, career counselling certification (NCDA, Mindler) 

19. Dieticians

They counsel patients regarding food and nutrition. Dietitians are registered with the Indian Dietetic Association. They assess patients’ needs and develop individual diet plans so as to achieve the goals based on the needs. They make an average of 303k per annum.

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's degree in nutrition science or food technology. 
  • Skills: Nutrition science, meal planning, client counselling, fitness basics.
  • Top Companies: HealthifyMe, Curefit, hospitals, and wellness startups.
  • Degree/Diploma: BSc/MSc in Nutrition, certification course ( ISSA, Precision Nutrition) 

20. Drone Operator

Drone operators fly unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) for companies for a variety of purposes, ranging from collecting data on crops, endangered species, search and rescue operations, etc. They often earn around 470k rupees per annum.

  • Educational qualification: minimum of class 10 education in English, 18 years of age and a training course approved by DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation)
  • Skills: Drone piloting, DGCA regulations, aerial mapping, GIS, and camera handling.
  • Top Companies: ideaForge, Garuda Aerospace, Asteria, Indian Railways, NDMA.
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in ECE/Mechanical/AE, DGCA-approved drone training certificate.

21. Environmental Engineer

They are involved with preparing environmental reports, involved in projects aimed at protecting the environment and such. They are also concerned with recycling, waste management, public health, etc. They earn an average of 475k rupees per annum.

  • Qualifications: a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or relevant fields like civil engineering, chemical engineering
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced 
  • Skills: Water treatment, waste management, AutoCAD, EIA reports, and sustainability.
  • Top Companies: L&T, Tata Projects, AECOM, WSP, Golder
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech/M.Tech in Environmental/Civil Engineering

22. Sustainability Specialist 

A sustainability specialist reviews environmental policies, issues related to sustainability, and provides aid in formulating new, effective policies and developing reports. They make an average of 1010k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education qualification: a bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or relevant fields
  • Skills: ESG reporting, carbon footprint analysis, energy auditing, SDG alignment.
  • Top Companies: Tata Sustainability Group, Infosys, Schneider Electric, UNDP.
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech + sustainability/ESG certification (e.g., GRI, LEED, TERI).

23. Event Manager

They are responsible for managing the smooth running of ceremonies for several occasions, like anniversaries, weddings, and so on. They help in selecting venues, decorating, managing performances, hospitality, etc. They make an average of 440k rupees per annum.

  • Education qualification: a diploma or degree in event management, public relations, marketing or hospitality. 
  • Skills: Vendor coordination, budgeting, marketing, logistics, and client handling.
  • Top Companies: Wizcraft, DNA Networks, BookMyShow, and freelance events firms.
  • Degree/Diploma: Any UG; event mgmt. A diploma (NIEM, EMDI) is helpful.

24. Financial Planner

Financial planners work with clients to achieve financial goals by analysing current financial scenarios, risk behaviours, and long-term and short-term goals. They work with firms, individuals and families. They make around 505k rupees per annum on average.

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in business administration, or specialised fields like financial management and accounting.
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Budgeting, insurance, tax planning, mutual funds, retirement planning.
  • Top Companies: Scripbox, Groww, ICICI Prudential, and independent advisories.
  • Degree/Diploma: CFP (Certified Financial Planner); BTech + CFP viable path.

25. Full-stack Engineer

They are engineers who work with all layers of software development, like databases, servers, systems engineering and clients. They make around 650k rupees per annum on average. 

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer applications and a thorough knowledge base in HTML, CSS and JavaScript
  • Skills: HTML, CSS, JS, React/Angular, Node.js, SQL/NoSQL, APIs, Git.
  • Top Companies: Zoho, Amazon, TCS Digital, Razorpay, startups
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in CSE/IT; bootcamps like Masai, Scaler 

26. Baker and Pastry Chef

They bake and prepare delicacies like cakes and breads using knowledge of recipes, and make new recipes with their knowledge of how ingredients mix with each other. They’re also skilled at decorating cakes with a variety of edible decorations. They make around 380k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education qualification: a diploma or degree in baking or pastry, on-the-job training or apprenticeship
  • Skills: Baking techniques, food safety, creativity, plating, time management
  • Top Companies: Taj, ITC Hotels, independent bakeries, and home businesses.
  • Degree/Diploma: Diploma in Baking/Pastry (IHM, Le Cordon Bleu)

27. Machine Learning Specialist 

Machine learning specialists are concerned with creating algorithms that enable machines and computer systems to learn and form heuristics to make predictions. They often earn around 874k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education: Bachelor's and master's degrees in computer science, computer applications, mathematics or related field. Doctoral degree in the field of graduation. 
  • Skills: Python, NumPy, pandas, Scikit-learn, deep learning, NLP, TensorFlow.
  • Top Companies: Google, Nvidia, Fractal, TCS AI, Wipro Holmes.
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor’s degree in CSE/EEE, ML/AI certifications (Coursera, IIT/NPTEL, FastAI)

28. Marriage Counsellor 

Marriage counsellors work with couples who are already married or are going to get married soon. They offer counselling and guidance services to help couples gain insight into each other’s personalities, compatibility and potential problems in future. Marriage counsellors earn about 360k to 600k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education qualification: A bachelor's and a master's degree in psychology, counselling or a related field and a diploma in marital counselling. 
  • Skills: Empathy, conflict resolution, psychology, counselling ethics
  • Top Companies: Practo, YourDOST, hospitals, private practice
  • Degree/Diploma: MA/MSc in Psychology or Counselling

29. HR Recruiters

Recruiters are responsible for filling job vacancies in organisations through the process of screening, interviewing and selecting candidates. They earn around 350k to 580k per annum on average.

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in human resource management or business administration. 
  • Skills: Resume screening, ATS tools, interviewing, communication, and JD writing.
  • Top Companies: Zoho, Infosys, Michael Page, LinkedIn, startups.
  • Degree/Diploma: HR certification (LinkedIn/SHRM/TISS) 

30. Solar Energy Engineers

They are required to test, analyse and evaluate the efficiency of solar cells in commercial or individual setups and to engineer and redesign the solar cells for optimum productivity. They often earn an average of 463k rupees per annum.

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in energy technology or a related field.  
  • Skills: PV system design, AutoCAD, simulation tools (PVsyst), project mgmt.
  • Top Companies: Tata Power Solar, Adani Solar, ReNew Power.
  • Degree/Diploma: Degree in EEE/Mech/Energy Engg; NPTEL/Skill India solar courses 

31. Wind Energy Engineers

They are responsible for monitoring, maintaining, designing and improving the efficiency of wind-based energy sources like turbines and mills. They often earn an average of 360k to 560k rupees per annum on average.

Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in energy technology or a related field.

Skills: Turbine tech, CFD, SCADA, structural analysis, MATLAB

Top Companies: Siemens Gamesa, GE Wind, Vestas, Suzlon

Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in Mech/EEE + Renewable energy certification

32. Health Service Manager

They are involved in medical and health care services by planning, directing and coordinating with several departments to provide timely and efficient delivery of the services. They earn about 550k rupees on average. 

  • Educational qualifications: a bachelor's degree in health administration, health management, nursing, public health administration or business administration.
  • Skills: Hospital operations, health informatics, budgeting, leadership
  • Top Companies: Apollo, Fortis, NHSRC, Practo, insurance firms
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA in Hospital/Health Management (TISS, ISB HMP)

33. Computer Systems Analyst

They help organisations use computer systems more efficiently by studying the current layout of computer systems and redesigning them to optimise efficient use. They earn around 316k to 780k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education qualification: a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer systems analysis, computer science, computer information systems or a relevant field of study 
  • Skills: Systems architecture, databases, business process mapping, SQL, problem-solving.
  • Top Companies: IBM, Accenture, Infosys, Capgemini, Wipro
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in CSE/IT; certifications in systems/business analysis help

34. Biomedical Engineer

A biomedical engineer designs systems and products like artificial organs and organ systems for transplant or life support for critical care unit patients. They earn an average of 371k to 562k rupees per annum.

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, bioengineering, biotechnology or related field
  • Entrance exam: Jamia-BioT, ICAR-AIEEA-UG-Biotech
  • Skills: Medical device design, biomechanics, MATLAB, microcontrollers.
  • Top Companies: GE Healthcare, Siemens Healthineers, Philips, Medtronic.
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in Biomedical/ECE, PGD in medical electronics or biotechnology.

35. Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical engineers design machines that produce motion or use motion to convert it to another form of energy, like an internal combustion engine, an electric generator, an electric motor, etc. They earn around 353k rupees per annum on average. 

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's and master's degree in mechanical engineering
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced
  • Skills: CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), ANSYS, manufacturing, thermal/fluid dynamics.
  • Top Companies: L&T, Tata Motors, Mahindra, Bosch, ISRO
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in Mechanical Engineering

36. Electronic Engineer

They design electronic components that interact with various interfaces like software, hardware systems. They also use various materials in electronic components to improve the performance of an electronic device. They earn around 392k per annum on average.

  • Education: A bachelor's degree in electronic engineering. Master's degree in electronic engineering
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced
  • Skills: Circuit design, embedded systems, VLSI, FPGA, PCB layout.
  • Top Companies: Qualcomm, Intel, ISRO, DRDO, BEL
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in ECE; VLSI/DSP certification

37. Smart Building Technician 

Engineers who design and maintain smart homes by improving on technology, servicing components and designing new systems for homes.

They earn around 362k rupees a month. 

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering or a relevant field
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced
  • Skills: IoT, automation (BMS), sensors, HVAC systems, SCADA.
  • Top Companies: Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric.
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in EEE/ECE + Building Automation certification (NIOS, NSDC, Skill India)

38. 3D Printing Technician

They use 3D printing machines to create machine parts from scratch to build machines or electrical systems. A high mechanical aptitude is required for the field. They earn around 250k to 440k rupees per annum.

  • Education requirement: A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, computer science or a relevant field
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced
  • Skills: CAD, slicing software, materials science, 3D modelling, and maintenance.
  • Top Companies: Imaginarium, Think3D, Wipro 3D, startups.
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in Mech/ECE, short-term 3D printing course

39. Augmented Reality Developer

An augmented reality developer is responsible for designing augmented reality assets, coding, and enhancing the user interface or experience for various end users in various fields. They earn around 260k to 680k per annum on average.

  • Education qualification: a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science or related field with a strong knowledge base in coding languages and designing applications.
  • Skills: Unity, ARKit/ARCore, C#, 3D modelling, UX.
  • Top Companies: Meta, Snap, Tata Elxsi, Niantic, game and edtech firms
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in CSE, AR dev certifications (Unity, Coursera).

40. Virtual Reality Designer

They build visualisation tools using programming languages and design 3d environments to translate into real-world concepts and interactions. They earn around 420k rupees per annum on average.

  • Educational qualification: a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science or a related field with a strong knowledge base in coding languages and designing applications.
  • Skills: Unity/Unreal Engine, C#/Blueprints, 3D design, storytelling
  • Top Companies: Accenture XR, TCS, Meta, game dev studios
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in CSE/IT,  VR design courses (Coursera, XR Bootcamps)

41. Statistician

Statisticians collect quantitative data and analyse it to find trends and patterns in the data in order to make predictions. They make meaningful interpretations of large amounts of data. Statisticians earn around  505k rupees per annum on average.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics or a relevant field. Master's degree in statistics
  • Skills: Probability, R/Python, data modeling, hypothesis testing
  • Top Companies: DRDO, ISI, EY, Census Bureau, NITI Aayog
  • Degree/Diploma: MSc Statistics/ Data Science; ISI/NPTEL courses

42. Mathematician

Mathematicians aim to expand knowledge on existing theories and rules and apply the theories and rules to solve problems in the real world, like in business, engineering, or other fields.

  • Salary range: 425k to 1m per annum
  • Education: Bachelor's in Mathematics, Master's in Mathematics, Doctorate in Mathematics
  • Skills: Abstract math, calculus, logic, number theory
  • Top Companies: ISRO, DRDO, academia, actuarial firms
  • Degree/Diploma: MSc/PhD in Mathematics

43. Cartographer

Cartographers are responsible for representing geographic information on maps. They do so by collecting and evaluating data to design and represent the information studied pictorially in the form of maps. They work with the government, military, and even private firms.

  • Salary range: 839k rupees on average
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in cartography, geography or a related field. A master's degree in geography, cartography, geomatic engineering, or relevant fields 
  • Skills: GIS, remote sensing, QGIS/ArcGIS, spatial data
  • Top Companies: Survey of India, ISRO, MapMyIndia, Esri, NDMA
  • Degree/Diploma: GIS/Remote Sensing certs (NPTEL, IIRS)

44. IT Manager

Information Technology managers are responsible for planning, installing and maintaining a company’s computer and information systems. They are researching and evaluating systems to improve current equipment for optimum performance. 

  • Salary range: 1225k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a relevant degree. A master's degree in information technology, information sciences, computer sciences or a relevant field 
  • Skills: IT infrastructure, networking, project management, cybersecurity
  • Top Companies: Infosys, Accenture, Amazon, HCL
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in CSE/IT, PMP/ITIL certifications

45. Marketing Manager

A marketing manager is involved in creating marketing campaigns by supervising, coordinating several teams, like the creative team, research, advertising, etc, and combining their inputs to form an effective advertisement or sales campaign. 

  • Salary range: 726k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing or relevant fields. A master's degree in business administration, marketing or a relevant field
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Branding, digital marketing, analytics, campaign management
  • Top Companies: Unilever, Zomato, Swiggy, Nykaa, CRED
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA in Marketing, digital marketing certifications

46. Operations Research Analyst

They use advanced techniques like optimisation, data mining, and statistical analysis to optimise business organisations more efficiently. They look for operation-related patterns and analyse them to draw conclusions and make changes in operation plans.

  • Salary range: 344k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, business administration or relevant fields. A master's degree in statistics, business administration or relevant fields.
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Linear programming, optimisation, Python/R, Excel solver, OR tools
  • Top Companies: Indian Railways, Amazon, BCG, FedEx, TCS
  • Degree/Diploma: PG/MSc in OR/Analytics, IIT NPTEL courses

47. Business Operations Manager

They oversee the daily operations of a business in order to ensure an optimum level of functioning. They manage an organisation's human resources, finances, and operations in order to meet performance levels. 

  • Salary range: 1074k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in business administration, management or a relevant field.  
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Process improvement, KPIs, strategy, ERP/CRM tools
  • Top Companies: Amazon, Uber, Flipkart, ITC, Tata
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA/Operations Internships

48. Political Scientist

They research and analyse data on political fronts using statistics and seek to identify trends. They work with political parties, news channels, universities and other settings. 

  • Salary range: 600k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: a bachelor's degree in political science, public administration,  or related fields. Master's degree in political science. A doctoral degree in Political science.
  • Skills: Policy analysis, political theory, research, writing
  • Top Companies: Think tanks, govt, media, NGOs, academic bodies
  • Degree/Diploma: MA/PhD in Political Science

49. Public relations manager

A public relations manager will be responsible for managing the public’s perception of an organisation. They seek to maintain a positive image by working with several departments to make sure that the content that goes out to the public is beneficial to the company’s image.

  • Salary range: 623k rupees per annum on average.
  • Education: a bachelor's and master's degree in public relations, management or relevant fields
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Media outreach, brand messaging, crisis management, storytelling.
  • Top Companies: Edelman, Weber Shandwick, PR firms, MNCs
  • Degree/Diploma: PR/Digital Marketing certifications

50. Social and Community Service Manager

They are responsible for planning and managing social service or community outreach programs for their organisations. They coordinate with social workers, counsellors, and probation officers to facilitate outreach programs.

  • Salary range: 250k to 423k rupees per annum on average 
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in social work or business administration. A master's degree in social work or management
  • Skills: Program planning, budgeting, stakeholder management, empathy
  • Top Companies: NGOs, CSR wings (Tata Trusts, Akshayapatra)
  • Degree/Diploma: MSW/MA Dev Studies, NGO experience also works

51. Social Worker

Social workers work with several professionals like law enforcement, NGOs, Attorneys, etc, to help communities, families and individuals to deal with the most prevalent problems like unemployment, discrimination, crime, mental health support, etc.

  • Salary range: 268k to 420k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in social work
  • Skills: Field work, counselling, outreach, rights-based approach
  • Top Companies: CRY, Goonj, WHO, UNICEF, local NGOs
  • Degree/Diploma: MSW or social impact fellowships.

52. Market Research Analyst

A market research analyst reviews market information like customer preferences, buying behaviour, and decision-making styles to plan marketing and advertising strategies in order to improve the company’s growth.

  • Salary range: 359k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in business administration. A master's degree in human resource management, business administration, or a relevant field  
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Data analysis, surveys, SPSS/Excel, consumer behaviour
  • Top Companies: NielsenIQ, Kantar, McKinsey, RedSeer
  • Degree/Diploma: Marketing Analytics/Digital Marketing course

53. School Counselor

School counsellors help students deal with problems related to academic, vocational, personal and social aspects of life by providing guidance and counselling services. They also work with teachers to help them identify at-risk students and refer them for counselling. 

  • Salary range: 292k to 547k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in psychology. A master's degree in psychology specialising in counselling.  
  • Skills: Child psychology, student support, empathy, career planning
  • Top Companies: Schools (CBSE/ICSE/IB), NGOs, edtech
  • Degree/Diploma: PG Diploma in Counselling or MA in Psychology

54. HR Specialist

An HR specialist is concerned with roles like payroll, benefits, training, compensation, recruiting, and customer service. They also collect data for performance reviews, employee terminations, and audits.

  • Salary range: 547k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in business administration. A master's degree in human resource management, business administration, or a relevant field  
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Employee relations, payroll, L&D, policy drafting
  • Top Companies: Capgemini, HCL, Google, TCS, Cognizant.
  • Degree/Diploma: PGDHRM/MBA-HR; SHRM or LinkedIn certifications

55. Industrial/Organisational psychologist

Industrial/Organisational psychologists apply psychological principles and results of research in the work environment to improve employee satisfaction, performance, selection procedures, etc. 

  • Salary range: 440k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in psychology. A master's degree in industrial/organisational psychology, applied psychology, specialising in industrial/organisational psychology. A doctorate in Industrial/Organisational psychology. 
  • Skills: Psychometrics, team dynamics, performance management, surveys
  • Top Companies: Consulting firms, HR departments, research labs
  • Degree/Diploma: MA/MSc in I/O Psychology

56. Sales Manager

They are concerned with monitoring and managing the daily sales activities of the sales team. Their roles include improving sales output while balancing customer satisfaction and an employee-friendly environment.

  • Salary range: 421k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in business administration.
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: CRM, negotiation, sales funnel, analytics, forecasting
  • Top Companies: FMCGs, SaaS startups, edtech, fintech
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA or sales certification (Google, LinkedIn Learning)

57. School teacher

School teachers are responsible for educating students of various standards. They are responsible for moulding the future workforce of the country. Their roles include providing instructions, monitoring and identifying skills and talents of individuals, tailoring instruction modules for students, evaluating the progress of students, and identifying and helping slow learners. 

  • Salary range: 320k rupess per annum on average
  • Education: A bachelor's in any field and a bachelor's in education (B.Ed) and/or a master's in education or in the field of bachelors 
  • Skills: Pedagogy, subject knowledge, classroom management, empathy.
  • Top Companies: CBSE/ICSE schools, Teach for India, edtechs.
  • Degree/Diploma: B.Ed is mandatory

58. Lecturers, Professors

They are responsible for higher education in the country. They work at universities and colleges, lecturing students and guiding them in research work. Their roles include lecturing, research, administration, consulting, etc. 

  • Salary range: 1740k rupees per annum on average
  • Education: bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in any field
  • Qualifying exam: UGC NET
  • Skills: Deep subject knowledge, research, communication, academic writing
  • Top Companies: IITs, NITs, private universities, research institutes
  • Degree/Diploma: MTech/MSc, NET/PhD for full-time roles

59. Logistics Manager

A logistics manager is responsible for managing the shipment processes of goods or components. Their roles include supervising employees, receiving and documenting reports from various branches, and changing operational processes to make the function better.

  • Salary range: 615k rupees per annum.
  • Education: A bachelor's in business administration. A master's in business administration, logistics, or a relevant field 
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: SCM, SAP, inventory management, transport optimisation
  • Top Companies: Amazon, Flipkart, Delhivery, DHL, Blue Dart
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA (Operations) or logistics certifications (Coursera, Skill India)

60. Technical Writer

They are responsible for writing instruction manuals, journal articles, and other documents that convey technical information in a language that can be comprehended by the layperson. They study product samples, interact with designers and engineers, gather feedback from customers and write and revise documents.

  • Salary range: 224k to 1m rupees per annum.
  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in computer science, engineering, or relevant fields.
  • Skills: Clear writing, API docs, Markdown, XML, MadCap Flare tools
  • Top Companies: Zoho, Oracle, Infosys, Adobe, SaaS startups
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in CSE/IT + tech writing course (Google, Udemy)

61. Editor

Editors work in a wide variety of fields like print media, news broadcasting, film, etc. Their predominant role is in print media where they refine the content to be published in terms of grammar, spelling and style.

  • Salary range: 318k to 1751k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in English, journalism and communication. A master's degree in English, journalism and communication    
  • Skills: Grammar, proofreading, content structure, style guides
  • Top Companies: Penguin, The Hindu, Scroll, YourStory, edtech firms
  • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor's in English, with editorial internships/certifications.

62. Content Writer

A content writer is responsible for researching various topics and delivering content by writing, collaborating with writers, editing materials, proof proofreading.

  • Salary range: 220k to 643k rupees per annum
  • Skills: SEO, storytelling, tone adaptation, grammar tools (Grammarly, Hemingway)
  • Top Companies: Webchutney, BBH, Zoho, content agencies, fintech/edtech startups
  • Degree/Diploma: Creating a portfolio, SEO certification (HubSpot/Udemy)

63. Subject Matter Experts

Subject matter experts provide their knowledge and expertise for projects in various fields. They help in the design of research, creation of text content in questionnaires, text content of books, etc. 

  • Salary range: 310k to 1422k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's and a master's in any field of interest. A doctoral degree (PhD) in the area of graduation. 
  • Skills: Deep subject expertise, clarity in explanation, typing speed
  • Top Companies: Chegg, Vedantu, Toppr, textbook companies
  • Degree/Diploma: MTech preferably

64. Fundraising Manager

Fundraising managers are responsible for helping the fundraising team in raising money and collecting donations for organising events for an organisation. A fundraising manager’s roles include using innovative ways to secure funding, spreading awareness of the organisation’s vision and goals to secure funding from the public and other sectors.

  • Salary range: 420k to 1m rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's and/or a master's degree in business administration, public relations, management or relevant fields 
  • Entrance exam: MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)
  • Skills: Donor relations, campaign planning, grant writing, CRM
  • Top Companies: NGOs (CRY, Smile), UN orgs, GiveIndia, Milaap
  • Degree/Diploma: MBA/PG in development, NGO experience 

65. Interpreters

Interpreters are responsible for translating orally spoken words from one language to another. The primary skills areas for an interpreter include listening skills, knowledge of different languages, the ability to paraphrase messages into another language, etc.

  • Salary range: 117k to 919k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in English or a foreign or regional language. An excellent proficiency in English and other languages. A master's degree in English or a foreign or regional language.
  • Skills: Live verbal translation, cultural awareness, quick processing
  • Top Companies: Embassies, courts, MNCs, UN bodies
  • Degree/Diploma: Language diploma/certification (Alliance Française, Goethe, DU), language fluency 

66. Translators

Translators are responsible for translating scriptures and written language. They work on documents such as books, scriptures, brochures, advertisements, etc. They are required to translate the message in one language into another without many changes in the structure of sentences and paragraphs.

  • Salary range: 186k to 966k rupees per annum   
  • Skills: Written translation, accuracy, CAT tools (Trados), subject knowledge
  • Top Companies: Publishing houses, NGOs, embassies, localisation firms
  • Degree/Diploma: Language degree/diploma, specialisation area (technology/legal/medical)

67. Head Chef

Head chefs in restaurants are responsible for cooking signature dishes or the cuisine of the particular restaurant. Their roles include preparing and cooking food, presenting dishes pleasantly, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and managing a team of chefs. 

  • Salary range: 238k to 4m rupees per annum
  • Skills: Culinary arts, leadership, menu design, kitchen management
  • Top Companies: 5-star hotels, Cloud kitchens, Taj, Marriott, independent ventures
  • Degree/Diploma: BHM/culinary school (IHM, Le Cordon Bleu)

68. Risk Analyst Manager

Their field of work predominantly includes banks and insurance companies. Their roles include verifying client applications, portfolios, and past investments to ensure reduced risk in current investments or projects. 

  • Salary range: 271k to 1m rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics or a relevant field. A master's degree in business management 
  • Skills: Risk modelling, data analysis, Excel/VBA, risk scoring, compliance
  • Top Companies: Banks (HSBC, Citi), insurance firms, fintech (Razorpay).
  • Degree/Diploma: FRM/CFA/PG in risk analytics

69. Film / TV Producer

The role of a film producer is to raise and secure funds, choose appropriate scripts, review scripts, recruit technical staff, manage staff for shooting, editing and manage funding till the project is over. 

  • Salary range: 638k to 3.6m rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's in visual communication, performance arts, management, cinematography or a relevant field. A master's degree in a relevant field 
  • Skills: Budgeting, storytelling, project management, networking, film editing basics
  • Top Companies: Netflix, YRF, TVF, regional cinema, indie film setups
  • Degree/Diploma: Film production courses (FTII, Whistling Woods)

70. Radio Jockey

Radio jockeys are responsible for entertainment on the radio by interacting with callers, conducting interviews on air, playing music, etc.

  • Salary range: 340k to 1m rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in any field. Pleasing, spunky and entertaining personality
  • Skills: Voice modulation, storytelling, humour, public speaking
  • Top Companies: Radio Mirchi, Red FM, Spotify, All India Radio
  • Degree/Diploma: Degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies, RJ training

71. Graphic designer

Graphic designers make use of computer software to design images or 3D models. They use their design skills for designing brochures, advertisements, magazine covers, etc.

  • Salary range: 124k to 773k rupees per annum  
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in graphics design or related fields. A master's degree in graphics design.
  • Skills: Adobe Suite, Canva, branding, layout, typography
  • Top Companies: Design agencies, startups, media, in-house teams
  • Degree/Diploma: Design diploma (Arena, NID) / self-taught, strong portfolio

72. Civil Engineer

Civil engineers are concerned with designing, planning and managing projects in building construction. They are responsible for checking if their project meets environmental, legal and safety guidelines. 

  • Salary Range: 273k to 1013k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in civil engineering 
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced
  • Skills: AutoCAD, STAAD Pro, estimation, structural analysis
  • Top Companies: L&T, Shapoorji, Afcons, TCE, NBCC
  • Degree/Diploma: BTech in Civil Engineering

73. Urban Planner

Urban planners work with government, private firms, and developers to design and plan ways to utilise a community's land resources. They factor in economic, environmental and social scenarios in their planning for the community.

  • Salary range: 528k to 1128k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, environmental design, or related fields. A master's degree in urban planning, regional planning  
  • Entrance exam: JEE Main, JEE Advanced
  • Skills: GIS, city planning, AutoCAD, policy understanding
  • Top Companies: NITI Aayog, state planning boards, AECOM, Smart City projects
  • Degree/Diploma: PG in Urban Planning (SPA, CEPT), Bachelor's in Civil/Arch background

74. Actor

An actor is a performance artist whose role is to play the role of the character he or she is portraying accurately in the theatre, play, film or advertisements. Actors are often required to adapt to the roles offered by maintaining or altering body weight, changing appearances, adopting accents, etc.

  • Salary range: 264k to 768k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in theatre arts, drama, acting, performance arts or a relevant field
  • Skills: Expression, stage presence, voice control, memorisation
  • Top Companies: Film/TV/OTT platforms, theatre groups, production houses
  • Degree/Diploma: Acting school (NSD, FTII) or workshops

75. Agronomist

An agronomist is concerned with developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems facing the agriculture industry. They do so by researching soil, climatic, and irrigation conditions in an area. 

  • Salary range: 483k to 838k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences. A master's degree in agricultural sciences or a relevant field.
  • Entrance exam: ICAR All India Entrance Examination
  • Skills: Soil science, crop management, pest control, and data collection.
  • Top Companies: Agriculture startups (Ninjacart, DeHaat), ICAR, Bayer, Syngenta
  • Degree/Diploma: BSc/MSc in Agriculture

76. Agriculture Auditor

An agriculture auditor is concerned with implementing sustainable and organic agriculture practices by auditing seeds, fertilisers, etc. They plan, organise, direct, control and evaluate the operations and functions of farms.

  • Salary range: 253k to 470k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences. A master's degree in agricultural sciences or a relevant field.
  • Entrance exam: ICAR All India Entrance Examination
  • Skills: Compliance, inspection, GAP audits, report writing
  • Top Companies: FSSAI, SGS, APEDA, organic farms, NGOs
  • Degree/Diploma: BSc/MSc Agriculture; BTech Agriculture/Food Technology, FSSAI training

77. Water Auditor

Water auditors are concerned with quantifying water usage in order to conserve water. They work in irrigation fields, with government and other private firms, to meet the demands of water consumption and conserve water for future use.

  • Salary range: 216k to 792k rupees per annum
  • Education: A bachelor's and master's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering.
  • Skills: Water usage metrics, conservation, hydrology, sustainability
  • Top Companies: Jal Shakti Ministry, NGOs, Enviro firms, Tata Trusts
  • Degree/Diploma: B.Tech Civil/Environment + Water Audit certification (CII, TERI, NPTEL)
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