Social Sector

Public Policy Advisor

Salary range₹3.5 – 6 LPA → ₹8 – 16 LPA Top hiring statesDelhi NCR, Maharashtra, Karnataka Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A public-policy advisor researches problems such as health, education or the economy and advises governments and organisations on laws and programmes that can solve them.

Research and evaluate policy options
Write briefs and recommendations
Work with officials, experts and communities

2 Skills required

Policy analysis Research & data Writing Communication Stakeholder engagement Economics / public administration knowledge

3 Opportunities available in the market

Think-tanks, governments, NGOs, donors and consulting firms hire policy professionals.

Government bodies and NITI Aayog-linked organisations
Think-tanks, research and consulting firms
NGOs, foundations and international agencies

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹3.5 – 6 LPA≈ ₹29K – ₹50K / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹8 – 16 LPA≈ ₹67K – ₹1.33L / month

Senior / specialist₹18 – 40 LPA≈ ₹1.5L – ₹3.33L / 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	Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	Medium demand
3	Karnataka Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru	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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