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The various job profiles are Dermatologist, Consultant Dermatologist, Assistant Cosmetologist, Skin Specialist, Dermatology Consultant, etc.

Top colleges are AIIMS Delhi, CMC Vellore, KMC, St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, JIPMER Puducherry, etc. The salary offered at entry-level between Rs. 7 - 10 LPA, for mid-level profiles Rs. 15 - 20 LPA and for senior-level profiles Rs. 25 - 40 LPA.

Suggested Links for Dermatology Jobs:

Paramedical career

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Top Dermatology Job in India

Job Profiles

Description

Average Salary (in INR)

Dermatologist

A dermatologist is a medical specialist in the field of dermatology who deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the hair, skin, and nails

10 LPA

Consultant Dermatologist

Anyone who is experiencing skin issues or is worried about them can benefit from consulting with a consultant dermatologist

10 LPA

Cosmetic Dermatologist

Specializing in aesthetic treatments, including Botox, fillers, chemical peels, laser therapies, and other cosmetic procedures aimed at improving skin appearance.

10 LPA

Assistant Cosmetologist

Hair stylist assistants welcome clients, assist hair stylists with all chores, and shampoo and style clients' hair

1.1 LPA

Dermatopathologist

Professionals specializing in diagnosing skin diseases by examining tissue samples microscopically. They work in labs and collaborate with dermatologists for accurate diagnoses.

10 LPA

Pediatric Dermatologist

Focuses on diagnosing and treating skin conditions specific to infants, children, and adolescents, pediatric dermatologists cater to the unique dermatological needs of younger age groups.

10 LPA

Skin Specialist

Dermatologists are trained medical professionals who focus on identifying and treating diseases of the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes

9 LPA

Dermatology Consultant

A dermatologist who specialises in the identification and management of various skin, hair, and nail disorders is known as a consultant dermatologist

10 LPA

Dermatology Researcher

Engaged in scientific research focused on understanding skin diseases, developing new treatments, or studying the causes and effects of dermatological conditions.

10 LPA

Note: The salary data has been sourced from Ambitionbox.com.

Dermatology Jobs: Top Recruiters

Candidates can check top recruiting companies in the table below.

Hospitals 

AIIMS

Safadrjung Hospital

Sir Ganga Ram Hospital

Apollo Hospitals

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital

Nanavati Hospital

Enhance Clinics

Gorzeous Looks Cosmetic 

Fortis La Femme,

Artemis Hospital

Apollo Gleneagles Hospital

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital

Helpful Links for Dermatology Jobs:

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BHMS career

Dermatology Jobs: Core Sectors

Candidates can look at the table below to learn more about the top recruiters in the market for Dermatology graduates.

Top Industries

Hospitals (Government and Private)

Cosmetic Clinics

Research Institutes

Pharmaceutical Companies

Recommended Links for Dermatology Jobs:

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Top Dermatology Colleges for Placements

College Name

Average Package (in INR)

AIIMS Delhi Placements

20 LPA

Christian Medical College Placements

10.51 LPA

Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore Placements

15.6 LPA

Kasturba Medical College Placements

15.6 LPA

St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences Placements

9 LPA

JIPMER Puducherry Placements

20 - 24 LPA

Madras Medical College Placements

7.8 - 10.2 LPA

AIIMS Rishikesh Placements

21.6 LPA

AIIMS Jodhpur Placements

13.21 LPA

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Table of contents
  • Popular Dermatology Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Dermatology Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Dermatology Specializations
  • Popular Dermatology UG Courses
  • Popular Dermatology PG Courses

Popular Dermatology Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Dermatology Colleges in India. Learn more about these Dermatology colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
118 Courses
750 - 6.08 K
12 - 24 LPA

#1 NIRF

103 Courses
300 - 1.41 L
4.34 - 12.09 LPA

#3 NIRF

109 Courses
7.11 K - 19.5 L
9 - 18 LPA

#2 NIRF

48 K - 4.8 L
12 - 16 LPA

#8 NIRF

5 Courses
10.38 L - 25.85 L
16.15 - 17 LPA

Popular Private Dermatology Colleges in India

7 Courses
1.8 L - 5.73 L

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2.84 L - 27.12 L
3.15 LPA

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11 Courses
5.25 L - 15.75 L

Medicine & Health Sciences Applications open. Apply Now

4 Courses
2.2 L - 8 L
4.1
25 K - 8 L
3.9

Medicine & Health Sciences Applications open. Apply Now

4.17 L - 8.68 L
4.5 LPA

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Dermatology. Students interested in pursuing a career on Dermatology, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

29 Mar ' 26 - 10 May ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical Registration

Apr '26

Final status (Accepted & Rejected)

TENTATIVE

Apr '26

NEET PG 2026 Application Start Date

TENTATIVE

May '26

NEET PG 2026 Application Correction Dates

TENTATIVE

30 Apr ' 26 - 2 May ' 26

INI CET 2026 July Application Correction

9 May ' 26 - 15 May ' 26

INI CET July 2026 Admit Card

Popular Dermatology Specializations

Following are the most popular Dermatology Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Popular Dermatology UG Courses

Following are the most popular Dermatology UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Dermatology PG Courses

Following are the most popular Dermatology PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

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