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Geographer
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Geographer

1 Description of the job

A geographer studies places, landscapes, climate and people-environment relations, using maps, GIS and field surveys for planning and research.

  • Collect and analyse spatial and environmental data
  • Make maps and GIS analyses
  • Advise on land use, resources and planning

2 Skills required

Geography GIS & remote sensing Field survey Data analysis Report writing Analytical thinking

3 Opportunities available in the market

Planning bodies, survey departments, environment agencies and GIS firms hire geographers.

  • Survey of India, planning and urban bodies
  • Environment and disaster-management agencies
  • Universities, GIS and consulting firms

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹2.4 – 4.5 LPA≈ ₹20K – ₹38K / month
Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹5 – 10 LPA≈ ₹42K – ₹83K / month
Senior / specialist₹12 – 25 LPA≈ ₹1L – ₹2.08L / 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

#StateMain hubsDemand
1 Delhi NCR
Delhi, Gurugram, Noida
Delhi, Gurugram, Noida
High demand
2 Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi
Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi
Medium demand
3 Bihar
Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur
Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur
Medium 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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