Social Sector

Psephologist

Salary range₹2.4 – 4.2 LPA → ₹5 – 10 LPA Top hiring statesDelhi NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A psephologist studies elections and voting patterns, using surveys and statistics to analyse and forecast results.

Design and analyse opinion polls and exit polls
Study voting behaviour and trends
Explain results in media and research

2 Skills required

Statistics & survey methods Political knowledge Data analysis Communication Analytical thinking Ethics

3 Opportunities available in the market

A niche field in media, polling firms, research bodies and political consultancies.

Polling and market-research agencies
Media houses and think-tanks
Political consultancies

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹2.4 – 4.2 LPA≈ ₹20K – ₹35K / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹5 – 10 LPA≈ ₹42K – ₹83K / month

Senior / specialist₹12 – 30 LPA≈ ₹1L – ₹2.5L / 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	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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