Construction

Mason (General)

Salary range₹12,000 – 18,000 / month → ₹18,000 – 32,000 / month Top hiring statesUttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A mason builds and repairs walls, floors and structures using bricks, blocks and cement, working from drawings and measurements.

Lay bricks and blocks in line and level
Mix mortar and plaster surfaces
Follow safety and quality checks

2 Skills required

Brick / block laying Plastering Reading measurements Physical fitness Tool use Teamwork

3 Opportunities available in the market

Skilled masons are always in demand across housing and infrastructure projects.

Building contractors and developers
Government housing and works projects
Self-employed mason / contractor

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹12,000 – 18,000 / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹18,000 – 32,000 / month

Senior / specialistContractor: ₹35,000 – 70,000 / month

Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.

5 Job openings — which states have more

#	State	Main hubs	Demand
1	Uttar Pradesh Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi	Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi	High demand
2	Bihar Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur	Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur	High demand
3	Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	High demand

Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.

Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)

Current openings — BiharCareer

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