Occupational Therapist Salary: Per Month, In India, Average Salary, Designation Wise Salary

Q: Name some top companies that hire Occupational Therapists in India.

Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Moms Belief, Christian Medical College, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Manipal Hospitals, etc are some of the top places for Occupational Therapists in India.

Ahana Bhaduri

Content Writer | Updated 3+ months ago

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in India is INR 4.30 LPA. The starting salary that an Occupational Therapist can expect in India is INR 2.30 LPA while the highest salary is INR 9.40 LPA. Occupational Therapists are healthcare professionals who provide support and guidance to people in overcoming physical or mental barriers. Recent times have seen an increased demand for Occupational Therapists as companies look for ways to keep their employees healthy.

To become an Occupational Therapist students can take admissions in Occupational Therapist courses after class 12. Maharashtra University of Health, BHU, Manipal College, etc are some of the top colleges offering courses in occupational therapy. Some of the top courses that can be pursued for a career as an Occupational Therapist include a Bachelor's and Master's in Occupational Therapy and other likewise certificate and diploma courses.

Table of Contents

Occupational Therapist Salary: Experience Wise
Occupational Therapist Salary: Designation Wise
Occupational Therapist Salary: Skill Wise
Occupational Therapist Salary: Qualification Wise
Occupational Therapist Salary: Company Wise
Occupational Therapist Salary: City Wise
Occupational Therapist Salary: Country Wise
Occupational Therapist: FAQs

Occupational Therapist Salary: Experience Wise

One of the important factor in deciding salary for an Occupational Therapist is experience. Occupational Therapists with experience are paid more than fresh ones because of the knowledge and skill set they possess. The following table highlights Occupational Therapist salaries based on experience.

Experience Years	Average Annual Salary (INR)
0 - 5 years	3.6 L
6 - 10 years	5 L
11 - 15 years	7.4 L

Occupational Therapist Salary: Designation Wise

Occupational Therapists work in a variety of settings to provide help and assessment to improve the quality of life of clients. The salaries for Occupational Therapists vary according to the titles and the roles they perform. The following table summarises the salaries of different Occupational Therapist designations.

Designations	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Senior Physiotherapist	3.8 L
Sports Physiotherapist	3.8 L
Clinical Physiotherapist	3 L
Physiotherapist Doctor	3 L
Physical Therapist	2.9 L
Physiotherapist	2.5 L
Junior Physiotherapist	2 L
Assistant Physiotherapist	2 L

Occupational Therapist Salary: Skill Wise

Occupational Therapists are required to have a diverse set of skills to efficiently serve clients with different needs. The salary for Occupational Therapists varies depending on their skill level and expertise. Occupational Therapist salaries according to different skills are mentioned in the following table.

Skill Set	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Occupational Therapy	3.3 L
Consulting	11 L
Patient Care	2.5 L
Physiotherapy	2.5 L
Healthcare	7.1 L
Management	11.6 L
Teaching	2 L

Occupational Therapist Salary: Qualification Wise

Occupational therapy is a profession that demands special education and training. The qualification level and education impact the salary an Occupational Therapist can get. The following table highlights the salaries of Occupational Therapists at different qualification levels.

Degree Pursued	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Diploma	2 L
Bachelors	2 L - 5 L
Masters	2 L - 10 L

Occupational Therapist Salary: Company Wise

Companies hire Occupational Therapists to provide healthcare services and guidance to their employees. They work in different settings like schools, government institutes, hospitals, etc. The type of company highly affects the salary of an Occupational Therapist working in it. The table below highlights the salary of some of the top recruiters of Occupational Therapists in India.

Name of the Companies	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Mom’s Belief	4 L
R G Technosolutions	3.1 L
Christian Medical College	2.2 L
Child Development Centre	5.7 L
Disha Foundation	4.4 L
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital	2.9 L
Manipal Hospitals	3 L
Hamad Medical Corporation	2.3 L
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital	5.8 L

Occupational Therapist Salary: City Wise

Occupational Therapist salary varies significantly depending on the city and state. The demand for OT services and the availability of opportunities are factors determining the salaries in different cities. The highest-paying cities for Occupational Therapists in India are mentioned in the following table.

Name of the Cities	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Hyderabad	4.8 L
Noida	2.4 L
Delhi	3.4 L
Bangalore	3.6 L
Gurgaon	6 L

Occupational Therapist Salary: Country Wise

Occupational Therapists are in demand all over the work because of the health services they offer. Students can apply for Occupational Therapists jobs in other countries also after completing their education. Local healthcare policies affect the salaries of Occupational Therapists in different countries.

Some of the top countries with good pay for Occupational Therapists are mentioned in the table below.

Name of the Countries	Average Annual Salary (INR)
USA	70.45 L
UK	47.39 L
Canada	73.89 L
Australia	65.75 L

Occupational Therapist: FAQs

Ques. What are the roles of an Occupational Therapist?

Ans. Occupational Therapists help people in recovering and improve from an injury or a medical condition so that they can carry on with their daily work activities.

Ques. Name some top companies that hire Occupational Therapists in India.

Ans. Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mom’s Belief, Christian Medical College, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Manipal Hospitals, etc are some of the top places for Occupational Therapists in India.

Ques. How much a physiotherapist is earning in India?

Ans. The average yearly salary of a physiotherapist in India is 2.5 LPA.

Ques. How much an Occupational Therapist makes in a month in India?

Ans. The monthly salary for Occupational Therapists in India is estimated at around INR 23,908 to INR 25,338.

Ques. What skills does an Occupational Therapist possess?

Ans. Problem-solving, communication, Supportive nature, organisational skills, empathy and patience are some of the top skills that an Occupational Therapist must have.