School Faculty
Physical Education Teacher in India
PE teachers drive physical literacy, athletic development, and team sports culture across K-12 schools.
Median Salary
₹5.4 LPA
₹3.8 LPA – ₹7.8 LPA
Demand Score
82/100
High
Monthly Openings
1.8K
across India
YoY Growth
+9%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for physical education teachers in India is robust. Hiring institutions report a 9% year-on-year increase in mandates, driven by expanding K-12 networks, new branch openings, and curriculum upgrades.
Salary Trend
Compensation typically falls between ₹3.8 LPA and ₹7.8 LPA, with experienced pe teachers in India commanding ₹7.8 LPA+ in premium institutions and international-curriculum schools. Total cost-to-company often includes performance incentives, professional development stipends, and accommodation for residential schools.
Career Path
Physical Education Teachers typically progress to Sports Coach, Yoga Instructor roles, or into department head, coordinator, and vice-principal positions.
Key Responsibilities
- •Plan PE curriculum across grades
- •Coach school sports teams
- •Run inter-school tournaments
Qualifications
- •B.P.Ed / M.P.Ed
- •Coaching certifications preferred
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Physical Education Teacher jobs by city
Physical Education Teacher jobs in Delhi
2.5K openings · ₹6.2 LPA
Physical Education Teacher jobs in Mumbai
2.7K openings · ₹6.8 LPA
Physical Education Teacher jobs in Bangalore
2.9K openings · ₹6.5 LPA
Physical Education Teacher jobs in Hyderabad
2.3K openings · ₹5.9 LPA
Physical Education Teacher jobs in Chennai
2.2K openings · ₹5.7 LPA
Physical Education Teacher jobs in Pune
2.3K openings · ₹5.8 LPA
Physical Education Teacher salary insights
Physical Education Teacher salary in Delhi
₹6.2 LPA
Physical Education Teacher salary in Mumbai
₹6.8 LPA
Physical Education Teacher salary in Bangalore
₹6.5 LPA
Physical Education Teacher salary in Hyderabad
₹5.9 LPA
Physical Education Teacher salary in Chennai
₹5.7 LPA
Physical Education Teacher salary in Pune
₹5.8 LPA
Hiring by institution type
Schools hiring Physical Education Teachers
K-12 schools across CBSE, ICSE, IB, IGCSE, and state boards form the largest hiring base for educators in India
Colleges hiring Physical Education Teachers
Undergraduate colleges hire lecturers, assistant professors, and trainers across arts, science, and commerce streams
Universities hiring Physical Education Teachers
Universities recruit professors, assistant professors, and research faculty, with strong demand at top private and central institutions
Coaching Institutes hiring Physical Education Teachers
Coaching institutes drive intense hiring for JEE, NEET, UPSC, and foundation faculty across metro and tier-2 cities
EdTech Companies hiring Physical Education Teachers
EdTech companies hire instructors, coding mentors, and trainers for online cohort programs and live class platforms
Skill Training Centers hiring Physical Education Teachers
Skill training centers hire trainers across coding, design, soft skills, and government skilling missions
Hiring by curriculum / board
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Physical Education Teacher in India is around ₹5.4 LPA, typically ranging from ₹3.8 LPA to ₹7.8 LPA based on experience, qualifications, and institution type.