Worrying for results, preparing recklessly for entrance exams, competing hard with others! We all have been through this during our college and schools. All the effort we make in school or college is just to secure our future. With so many new areas opening up, there are a wide variety of jobs to choose from to earn good money. Gone are the days when only Doctors and Engineers used to mint money. During this article, we will explore 9 highest paying jobs in India with the complete knowledge of courses, colleges and payscale. So let’s begin. 

9 Highest Paying Jobs In India

1-Data Analytics/Data Science : 

Data is the future! The correct use of data in a company can tremendously affect the marketing policies adopted by the companies. For Example: If Kurkure understands their data for marketing strategies for the last decade, they can form the future campaigns accordingly. What has worked best in India might be different from China or Australia. Even in India, Rajasthan would show different results as compared to Kerela. Hence, analysing the Data in the right way is extremely important. 

• Courses:  Masters in Data Science, Advance Management Program in Data Science, PG Diploma in Data Analytics, etc. 
• Colleges: Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad,  IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, IIT Kharagpur (ISI, IIT Kharagpur and IIM Calcutta joint program), etc. 
• Average Pay: 1.5 Lakhs-5 lakhs/ Month 

2-Artificial Intelligence/ Software Developers 

Siri, Can you play my favourite song! Alexa, Can you turn off my computer!  The world is going automatic and Artificial Intelligence is estimated to control the world. From Tesla to flying Ubers, all are gifts of Artificial Intelligence. As a highly specialised field, students generally pursue some course in Computers or Mechanics at the undergraduate level. 

• Courses: Bachelors in Computer Application, B.tech in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, etc. 
• Colleges in India: Vellore Institute of Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad, Birla Institute of Technology, etc.
• Average Pay: 1lac-3 lakhs per Month

3-Investment Banker 

One of the highest paying jobs in India, Investment Bankers are the financial kings. They are concerned with raising capital for big companies, government or even individuals. They guide each entity with effectively utilizing the funds. 

• Courses: B.Com (Hons), CFA, BBA (FIA),  MBA (Finance), etc. 
• Colleges: Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, NMIMS, University of Delhi, International College of Financial Planning, etc.
• Average Pay: 70k-2.5 lakhs per Month

4-Marketing and Sales

Management professionals have always been amongst the high paying careers and would always enjoy the esteemed spot. Can you imagine a product surveying in the market without any market presence? With competitors out there, aggressive marketing is the key to handsome sales. 

• Courses: BBA, MBA (Marketing & Sales), Masters in Marketing, etc. 
• Colleges: Shaheed Sukhdev College of Bussiness Studies, IIM, NMIMS, Christ University, etc. 
• Average Pay: 50k-3 lakhs per month

5-User Interface/ User Experience Designing (UI/UX)

It is very confusing to order from Zomato after the latest update! Amazon is easy to use, Flipcart is consuming!  

It is natural to use the application we find much easier than the one which is more complex. The work of the UI/UX designer is to make the complete experience of the user on the website or app as easy as possible. They make the app in such a way that it is user-friendly as well as interesting to the user. 

• Courses: Bachelors in Design (UI/UX), BCA, Certificates in UI/UX
• Colleges: National Institute of Design, Indian School of Design and Innovation, Mumbai, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Industrial Design Centre, Mumbai, etc.
• Average Pay: 70K-2 lakhs per month

6-Merchant Navy

Have you ever thought how can you relish the blueberries which are grown miles away from you? Or how petroleum reaches your country? We have a separate industry which is solely responsible for transporting big machines, oil, fruits, etc. to different countries. As a Merchant Navy officer, it is your duty to take care of the maintenance of the ship as well as technical functioning. 

• Courses: B.Sc (Nautical Science), B.tech (Marine Engineering), B.tech (Habour & Ocean Engineering), etc. 
• Colleges: Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training, Tolani Maritime Institute, Anglo Eastern Maritime Academy, Applied Research International School of Maritime Studies, Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies, etc.
• Average Pay: 1lacs-5 lakhs per month

7-Bussiness Consultants 

As the name suggests, Bussiness consultants help companies to improve their efficiency and maximize profits. They do this by making strategies, forming business plans, helping them with the financial planning and anything they require help with. 

• Courses: Bachelors in Bussiness Administration, Masters in Bussiness Administration, Masters in Management, etc. 
• Colleges: Indian Institute of Management, Indian School of Bussiness, Shaheed Sukhdev School of Bussiness Studies, etc. 
• Pay Scale: 1 Lac-5 lakhs per month

8-Blogging/ Youtubing 

Think, Click, Create! 

One of the most creative fields, Blogging/ Youtubbing has gained popularity in the last 5 years and is expected to become the most used marketing strategy in the coming years. The best part about the field is that you can start this anytime and work at your own convenience. This field is so versatile that you can pick any topic that interests you, whether it is food, fashion, technology, cooking or anything you can imagine!

• Note: There are no formal courses required.
• Pay Scale: 1 lac-10 lakhs per month 

9-Lecturer / Teachers 

The best highest paying job if along with money work-life balance is your priority. The professionals in the education sector are working for around 6 hours and are paid good amount of money. If you enjoy working with students, education industry could be the best option. 

• Courses: B.ed + Graduation/Post Graduation (for schools ) & Masters + PhD (For Colleges).
• Colleges:  The University of Delhi, University of Mumbai, Panjab University, etc. 
• Pay Scale: 35k-1.5 lakhs per month 

So many high paying careers other than Engineering, Medicine, CA. We hope you have enough careers to choose from. If you have any other jobs or courses to share, kindly share with us in the comment section.