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Botanist Salary: Average Salary, Specialization Wise Salary, Job Scope, Skills

In simple terms Botany is the study of plants. Scientists who study plants and their characteristics which include their growth, structure, evolution and uses are termed as Botanists. Botanists are also incharge of working towards environmental protection as well as identifying new plant species and evaluating their features. The average starting salary of a Botanist ranges from INR 3,00,000 - 5,00,000.

In order to become a Botanist, aspiring candidates have to pursue Undergraduate and Postgraduate Botany Courses. There are several Top Botany Colleges in the country, who enroll students based on their merit as well as conduct Entrance Exams. 

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The sections below will discuss the average salary of a Botanist and other salary structures based on various parameters for your reference.

Botanist Eligibility Criteria

Some of the crucial eligibility criteria that must be fulfilled in order to become a Botanist are listed below for your reference,

  • Students must complete their Class 12th board exams with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics as their compulsory subject from any recognised board with minimum 60% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA
  • They must complete their Graduation in Botany from any recognised University with minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA
  • Students must sit for various MSc Entrance Exams, to be able to pursue Post Graduation in Botany from any recognised university, with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
  • PhD in Botany can also be considered as a mandatory course for aspiring Botanists

Botanist Jobs

The list of jobs that a Botanist is in charge of are listed below for your reference,

  • The first and foremost job of a Botanist is to study plants and identify their traits and features
  • Botanists conduct fieldwork, test plant samples and thereby record their observations
  • Conducting tests on the effects of weather, pollution and pests on plants and similar species
  • Raising awareness about environmental pollution and conservation efforts

Average Salary of Botanist

As discussed above the average salary of a Botanist ranges from INR 3-5 LPA. Tabulated below is the salary of a Botanist based on the years of experience, 

Experience Level Average Salary (INR)
Starting Salary 3 - 5 LPA
Mid Level Salary 7 - 9.5 LPA
Senior Level Salary 9 LPA & above

Salary of a Botanist: Course Wise

The average salary of a Botanist in India, based on the qualifications pursued are tabulated below for your reference, 

Degrees Average Salary (INR)
B.Sc Botany 2 - 4 LPA
M.Sc Botany 4.5 - 7 LPA
PhD Botany 10 LPA & above

Botanist Salary Abroad

The average salary of a Botanist across various countries are tabulated below for your reference, 

Name of the Country Average Salary (INR)
United States of America 1,28,61,581
United Kingdom 62,80,369
Australia 37,63,420
Germany 4,35,527
Canada 70,63,010

Salary of a Botanist : FAQs

Ques. How much do botanists make in India?

Ans. The average pay of a Botanist in India is INR 5,08,682

Ques. Do botanists make good money?

Ans. Yes, with relevant years of experience and knowledge the salary of a Botanist in India can go up as much as INR 11 LPA.

Ques. What is the highest paying job in botany?

Ans. The various fields that offer good pay amongst Botanists are,

  • Horticulturist
  • Professor
  • Landscape designer
  • Agronomist
  • Environmental scientist 
  • Biologist
  • Plant engineer

Ques. Is botany class hard?

Ans. No, compared to other subjects, Botany is relatively easy, if studied with an eagerness to learn something.

Ques. Where a botanist can work?

Ans. Botanists work for various Government Organizations, Research Sectors, Environmental Consultancies, Colleges etc.

Ques. Who is the most famous botanist?

Ans. Some of the top most famous botanists are as follows,

  1. Carl Linnaeus
  2. George Washington Carver
  3. Alexander von Humboldt
  4. Agnes Arber
  5. Gregor Mendel

Ques. What can I do after MSc botany?

Ans. After completing MSc Botany, one can choose to pursue research i.e. PhD Botany. Or one can also choose to start working across various fields related to Botany

Ques. Does botany need math?

Ans. Yes, Math should be a compulsory subject both while studying the course as well as while pursuing class 12th board exams.

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Botany) : 5 answered questions

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Ques. How do I prepare for the JNU life sciences MSc entrance examination?

● Top Answer By Mahak Chatterjee on 04 Aug 23

Ans. You can crack the JNU Entrance examination for a master's using an appropriate study strategy and consistency. The competition level is a bit high, so you need to put in be extra effort during the preparation. Initially, you should have a clear have knowledge of all the basics and theories. It is better to get a fair idea of the previous year's question pattern. Some of the broad topics include Mendelian Genetics. Developmental Biology Classification of the living world. Bergey’s Manual. Immunology Transcription, Translation, and Replication  Biology Biotechnology Environmental Science Bioinformatics Genetic Engineering Cell Biology Microbiology They follow an objective question pattern, so practice the papers both online and offline.Read more
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Ques. How is the MSc in life sciences in NIT Rourkela?

● Top Answer By Sudeeksha Verma on 17 Aug 23

Ans. The Life Sciences Department at NIT Rourkela has improved immensely and is growing at an impressive pace. Here are a few features of the department of Life Sciences at NIT Rourkela- The Life Sciences curriculum is improved and covers all the topics related to modern developments in this field.  The department has a well equipped laboratory to facilitate research work. Research work at the department and at NIT Rourkela as a whole, is really good. The Life Sciences faculty is very supportive and you can ask for their guidance wherever you need it. Students are encouraged to perform research. People have the misconception that basic sciences are not good at NIT R because it is a technical institute. This is not true at all. If you wish to go for research in Life Sciences, NIT Rourkela is a good option. Thus, an MSc. in Life Sciences from NIT Rourkela is a good choice.Read more
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Ques. Which is better, metallurgy at NIT Warangal or an MSc in Biology at BITS Goa?

● Top Answer By Tezal Dahiya on 16 Aug 23

Ans. Both Metallurgy at NIT Warangal and MSc in Biology at BITS Goa are great programs offering a plethora of opportunities and exposure to its students. But the choice between the two is a very personal matter as both the branches are very diverse in the opportunities they offer. So Go for NIT Warangal if you are interested in Metallurgy Go for BITS Goa if you are ready to Study Biology along with BE Degree. However, you need to bear in mind the fact that BITS Goa is expensive and the fees is very high around 25 lakhs while NIT Warangal's total fees are less than 10 Lakhs.Read more
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Ques. Should I join IISC or JNCASR for integrated MSC-PHD in biology?

● Top Answer By Seenu Arora on 05 Nov 22

Ans. Both are excellent institutions, but the experience will differ between the two. Whereas IISc is much larger and has a more vibrant student community, the smaller batches in JNCASR allow for more attention and a better chance of getting into at least one of their preferred labs. IISC is smack dab in the middle of a commercial area (well, actually, the commercial areas grew around IISc, but let's not get into that). JNCASR is less centrally located and more of a sleepy campus. It's a completely different story after the second year when the pressure is intense and lab work can be extremely demanding.  There are no holidays for students (not even Sundays or national holidays like the 15th of August or the 26th of January, but there is a flag hoisting event so you get off work for at least an hour) and most P.I.s do not allow paid leave of more than two weeks per year. This is not to say that there isn't any fun on campus. Most of the rules governing on-campus life are lax, and the guards and staff are laid-back and don't make a fuss when asked to overlook a few things.Read more
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Ques. Is Mount Carmel College good for life science?

● Top Answer By Tripti Bansal on 17 Aug 22

Ans. Mount Carmel College is good for Life Science courses. It is an autonomous college and follows an updated curriculum. The institute has a good Life Science faculty base. The faculty members are supportive and friendly.  Mount Carmel puts a lot of emphasis on practical-based learning. Life Science conducts various excursions, seminars, and workshops, around the academic year.Read more
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