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Hello
What are the pay packages and jobs available
after doing PhD physics in India? Am not asking
stipend n all during PhD. Am asking about scope
after PhD and probability of getting jobs.
Thanks.

Physics is one of the most demanding subject at present in modern world.Its demand is expected to increase with time.The world is facing a shortage of efficient research scholars in this field.So,there are huge opportunities for physics candidates especially the post graduates.There is scope of jobs in all sectors for physics candidates.

-The best opportunity for physics Phd candidates is doing research in Scientific Research and Development Organizations such as Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Physical Research Laboratory Ahmedabad, Nuclear Science Centre New Delhi, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics Kolkata, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).

-You can find jobs of various posts under the central and state government through Union Public Service Commission,Staff selection commission,Indian Forest Services,Public sector Bank,State PCS,Indian Defense services etc.

-Material engineering firms,Power generation,Archaeology bodies,Medicine manufacturing companies,MRI machinery manufacturers also recruit graduates and post graduates in the field of physics.

-You can also go for teaching and lecturing profession in various schools,colleges and universities.

-You can also find employment opportunities in insurance,marketing and railways sector. Post ofices,LIC,public sector organizations also recruit candidates in the field of physics.

What could be the maximum salery a physics phd holder can get in starting?