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Hire Professors — faster, vetted, India-wide
Schools, coaching institutes, and edtech companies use CosmoQuick to source qualified Professors. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
₹22.0 LPA
₹15.4 LPA – ₹31.9 LPA
Demand Score
79/100
Moderate
Monthly Openings
540
across India
YoY Growth
+8%
rolling 12 months
Why institutions hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches educators on subject, board, qualifications, and location — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles.
Market outlook
Demand for professors in India is steady. Hiring institutions report a 8% year-on-year increase in mandates, driven by new program launches and NAAC-driven faculty additions.
Compensation context
Compensation typically falls between ₹15.4 LPA and ₹31.9 LPA, with experienced professors in India commanding ₹31.9 LPA+ in premium institutions and international-curriculum schools. Total cost-to-company often includes performance incentives, professional development stipends, and accommodation for residential schools.
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Hire Professors by city
Hire Professors in Delhi
756 openings
Hire Professors in Mumbai
810 openings
Hire Professors in Bangalore
864 openings
Hire Professors in Hyderabad
702 openings
Hire Professors in Chennai
648 openings
Hire Professors in Pune
675 openings
Hire Professors in Kolkata
540 openings
Hire Professors in Ahmedabad
567 openings
Hire Professors in Gurgaon
729 openings
Institution types hiring this role
Schools hiring Professors
K-12 schools across CBSE, ICSE, IB, IGCSE, and state boards form the largest hiring base for educators in India
Colleges hiring Professors
Undergraduate colleges hire lecturers, assistant professors, and trainers across arts, science, and commerce streams
Universities hiring Professors
Universities recruit professors, assistant professors, and research faculty, with strong demand at top private and central institutions
Coaching Institutes hiring Professors
Coaching institutes drive intense hiring for JEE, NEET, UPSC, and foundation faculty across metro and tier-2 cities
EdTech Companies hiring Professors
EdTech companies hire instructors, coding mentors, and trainers for online cohort programs and live class platforms
Skill Training Centers hiring Professors
Skill training centers hire trainers across coding, design, soft skills, and government skilling missions
Curriculum / boards
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Professor in India is around ₹22.0 LPA, typically ranging from ₹15.4 LPA to ₹31.9 LPA based on experience, qualifications, and institution type.