Science & Research

Zoologist

Salary range₹2.2 – 4 LPA → ₹5 – 9 LPA Top hiring statesUttarakhand, Karnataka, West Bengal Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A zoologist studies animals, their behaviour, biology and habitats, working in research, wildlife conservation, zoos and education.

Observe and study animals in the wild or lab
Support conservation and wildlife management
Teach and publish research

2 Skills required

Zoology & biology Field work Research methods Data analysis Observation Patience Report writing

3 Opportunities available in the market

Zoological Survey of India, wildlife institutes, forest departments and universities employ zoologists.

Zoological Survey of India and wildlife institutes
Forest and wildlife departments
Universities, zoos and conservation NGOs

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 – 20 LPA≈ ₹83K – ₹1.67L / 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	Uttarakhand Dehradun, Haridwar	Dehradun, Haridwar	High demand
2	Karnataka Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Medium demand
3	West Bengal Kolkata, Siliguri	Kolkata, Siliguri	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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