Science & Research

Genetic Engineer

Salary range₹3 – 5.5 LPA → ₹7 – 15 LPA Top hiring statesTelangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A genetic engineer changes or studies the genes of organisms to develop new medicines, crops and treatments, using molecular biology tools.

Design and carry out gene-editing experiments
Analyse DNA and gene expression
Develop genetic therapies or improved crops

2 Skills required

Molecular biology & genetics Lab techniques (PCR sequencing) Bioinformatics basics Research methods Ethics Analytical thinking

3 Opportunities available in the market

Biotech, pharma and agricultural-research companies and institutes recruit genetic engineers, often with M.Sc / PhD.

Biotech, pharma and genomics companies
Agricultural research and seed companies
Research institutes and universities

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹3 – 5.5 LPA≈ ₹25K – ₹46K / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹7 – 15 LPA≈ ₹58K – ₹1.25L / month

Senior / specialist₹18 – 45 LPA≈ ₹1.5L – ₹3.75L / 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	Telangana Hyderabad	Hyderabad	High demand
2	Karnataka Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	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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