Science & Research

Bacteriologist

Salary range₹2.2 – 4 LPA → ₹5 – 9 LPA Top hiring statesMaharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A bacteriologist studies bacteria: how they grow, cause disease or help industry, working in labs, hospitals and industry.

Culture and identify bacteria
Test antibiotics and diagnose infections
Research bacteria in medicine, food and environment

2 Skills required

Microbiology Lab techniques Sterile technique Data analysis Attention to detail Safety

3 Opportunities available in the market

Hospitals, pharma, food and research labs hire bacteriologists and microbiologists.

Hospital and diagnostic laboratories
Pharma, biotech and food companies
Research institutes and universities

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹2.2 – 4 LPA≈ ₹18K – ₹33K / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹5 – 9 LPA≈ ₹42K – ₹75K / month

Senior / specialist₹10 – 22 LPA≈ ₹83K – ₹1.83L / 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	Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	High demand
2	Karnataka Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	High demand
3	Telangana Hyderabad	Hyderabad	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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