Salary of Electrician in India 2026

How much does a Electrician earn?

₹2,47,339 / Annual
Based on 66 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: ₹1,00,000 Average salary: ₹2,47,339 Maximum: ₹4,00,000

Minimum
₹1,00,000 Average salary
₹2,47,339 Maximum
₹4,00,000

₹20,612 / Monthly
Based on 66 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: ₹8,333 Average salary: ₹20,612 Maximum: ₹33,333

Minimum
₹8,333 Average salary
₹20,612 Maximum
₹33,333

₹687 / Daily
Based on 66 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: ₹278 Average salary: ₹687 Maximum: ₹1,111

Minimum
₹278 Average salary
₹687 Maximum
₹1,111

₹129 / Hourly
Based on 66 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: ₹52 Average salary: ₹129 Maximum: ₹208

Minimum
₹52 Average salary
₹129 Maximum
₹208

Salary data updated: April 2026

Salary distribution

P10

₹2,00,800

P25

₹2,25,000

P50

₹2,37,500

P75

₹2,54,000

P90

₹2,70,000

Based on 15 job listings with salary

About this role

Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. They ensure that electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment operate safely and efficiently in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Typical duties

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, and control equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and electrical schematics.
Inspect electrical systems and components to identify hazards, defects, or code violations.
Test electrical systems using tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and circuit testers.
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical malfunctions and implement effective repairs.
Ensure all electrical work complies with local and national electrical codes and safety regulations.
Install and configure lighting, power distribution, and communication systems.
Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and building owners on electrical project requirements.

Key skills

install electricity sockets electricity install electric switches use precision tools inspect construction supplies use safety equipment in construction building systems monitoring technology follow health and safety procedures in construction work ergonomically electrical wiring plans use measurement instruments splice cable inspect electrical supplies test electronic units resolve equipment malfunctions

In-demand technologies

Adobe Acrobat Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word SAP software

Education requirements: Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production)

Career progression

building electrician

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