Best Psychology Colleges in Shillong - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

According to Ambitionbox, the average slaray of a Psychologist in India is 5 LPA. With the top 10% earning 6.1 LPA and the top 1% earning 14.5 LPA.

The salary can increase and decrease depending upon experience and qualifications.

No, an undergraduate degree in Psychology is not a compulsory requirement.Colleges in India and abroad accept applicants even if they haven't graduated with Psychology as a major. People from any stream: BTech, BSc, BA, Law can apply. Every college has a different eligibility criteria. Students should check the required passing marks.

MA Psychology is like the foundational knowledge taught to students. MA Applied Psychology takes those theories and brings them into practice. 

MA Psychology students are taught core theories, research methods and the Science behind human behaviour. MA Applied Psychology students are taught the best way to use this knowledge to bring real world change.

William Carey University is one of the eminnet univeristy and has a unique institution committed primarily to higher education where the academy integrates with the socio-economic and environmental realities to bring about a total transformation of people and their contexts. It is a UGC (University Grants Commission) recognised university and approved by PCI. The university is a member of the Association of Indian Universities. During,  William Carey University placements the highest and average package is INR 15 LPA and INR 4 LPA. 

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.