What Can You Do With a Psychology Degree in India? Complete Career Guide

A psychology degree in India opens nine distinct career paths, and most students considering the subject only know about two or three of them. Clinical therapy is the most visible, but organisational psychology, UX research, sports psychology, consumer behaviour, neuropsychology, and forensic psychology are all growing fields with strong demand and competitive salaries that most career guides fail to cover.

The career options after a psychology degree in India have expanded significantly in 2026. The Global Burden of Disease study found that nearly 197 million Indians, one in seven, live with some form of mental disorder, yet India has only approximately 2,000 clinical psychologists for a population of 1.4 billion. This structural gap is not just a public health crisis; it is a career opportunity. At the same time, psychology’s applications beyond therapy in HR, technology, sports, marketing, and research have never been more commercially valued. This guide maps every career path, explains how to qualify for each one, and gives you the salary data you need to plan.

Mental health statistics: Global Burden of Disease study data cited in Business Standard (October 2025); clinical psychologist figure from Mentis India mental health statistics 2026 (mentis.co.in). RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) figure: 4,309 clinical psychologists as per RCI data cited in Business Standard (October 2025).

Why Is Psychology a High-Demand Career in India Right Now?

Three structural forces are driving psychology into one of India’s most in-demand professional fields in 2026, and they operate independently, meaning the demand is robust across clinical, corporate, and technology sectors simultaneously.

India’s mental health treatment gap: With only 0.47 clinical psychologists per 100,000 people against a WHO recommendation of one per 20,000, India faces one of the world’s largest mental health workforce shortages (source: PLOS Medicine, 2024). The Central Government’s Tele-MANAS helpline and NIMHANS expansion are increasing institutional demand for trained professionals. This is not a niche shortage; the CBSE now mandates a wellness counsellor in every affiliated school, creating thousands of new openings annually.

Corporate wellness and organisational psychology: India’s large employers are operationalising Employee Assistance Programmes following CII guidelines and SEBI’s wellness disclosure requirements. HR departments are hiring organisational psychologists for people analytics, leadership assessment, and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) programmes. Corporate psychology roles command Rs 18-40 LPA at the senior level, competitive with senior management positions in other fields.

Technology’s demand for human insight: UX research, consumer behaviour analytics, and human-computer interaction are psychology-native roles that have moved into technology companies. Every major technology company, from Flipkart to Google India, has a UX research function that draws on psychology graduates with quantitative research skills.

The scope of psychology in India in 2026 is not limited to one sector. It is genuinely multi-sector, which gives psychology graduates unusual career flexibility compared to more narrowly defined degree programmes.

Corporate psychology demand: Dheya Career Insights (dheya.com — organisational psychologists Rs 18-40 LPA senior, SEBI wellness context cited, 2026). CBSE school counsellor mandate: CBSE Student Wellness Programme guidelines. WHO psychologist shortage: PLOS Medicine 2024 (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12798336/).

9 Career Options After a Psychology Degree in India

1. Clinical Psychologist

What it involves: Assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychological disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and schizophrenia in hospital, clinic, or private practice settings. Clinical psychologists work alongside psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals in multidisciplinary mental health teams.

How to qualify: BSc/BA Psychology (3-4 years) followed by an MPhil in Clinical Psychology (2 years) from an RCI-approved institution. RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) registration is mandatory for legal clinical practice in India; without it, you cannot call yourself a clinical psychologist or work in clinical settings. Doctoral (PhD) programmes open senior research and specialist roles.

Salary range: Entry-level Rs 3-6 LPA in hospital settings; mid-career Rs 6-12 LPA; senior private practitioners Rs 15-30 LPA. Private practice rates of Rs 1,500-4,000 per session are common in metro cities.

Clinical psychology is the most respected and most demanding pathway from a psychology degree. The long qualification route (typically 7-8 years from Class 12 to RCI registration) is a significant investment, but the structural workforce shortage means that qualified clinical psychologists in India face essentially no competition for positions.

Salary: upgrad.com salary guide 2026 (senior psychologists Rs 15-30 LPA+); Glassdoor India (glassdoor.co.in, May 2026, 96 submissions — average Rs 32,000/year with wide variance). RCI registration requirement: Rehabilitation Council of India (rehabcouncil.nic.in).

2. Counsellor and Therapist

What it involves: Providing psychological support, guidance, and therapeutic intervention for individuals dealing with personal, relationship, work, or academic challenges. Counsellors work in schools, NGOs, hospitals, employee assistance programmes, private practice, and increasingly online through teletherapy platforms.

How to qualify: A postgraduate qualification (MA or MSc Psychology, or a PG Diploma in Counselling) is strongly recommended for counselling practice. A bachelor’s degree alone is typically insufficient for independent counselling practice. Note: counsellors who do not diagnose or treat clinical mental disorders are not required to have RCI registration, but any professional offering therapeutic services for diagnosed conditions must be RCI-registered.

Salary range: Entry-level Rs 2.5-5 LPA in schools, NGOs, and corporate wellness programmes; mid-career Rs 5-10 LPA; established private practitioners earning Rs 10-20 LPA. Online counselling platforms (iCall, YourDOST, Vandrevala Foundation, 1to1help) pay Rs 3-8 LPA for platform-associated counsellors.

Counselling is the highest-volume entry point into psychology careers in India. The largest number of psychology-related job postings are for counsellors in schools, corporates, and NGOs. It is also the most accessible career path for psychology graduates without a clinical pathway.

3. HR and Organisational Psychology

What it involves: Applying psychological principles to workplace challenges, talent acquisition, performance management, leadership development, employee engagement, organisational culture change, and people analytics. Titles include HR Business Partner, Talent Management Specialist, Organisational Development Consultant, and People Analytics Manager.

How to qualify: BA/BSc Psychology plus an MBA in HR or MSc Organisational Psychology. Psychology provides the foundation for understanding human behaviour in organisations; the MBA or MSc adds the business and research methodology layer needed for corporate credibility. IILM University offers specialisations in HR and Psychology (both at Gurugram HRM & Psychology dual specialisation for MBA, and BA Psychology with industrial psychology in Year 3 curriculum).

Salary range: Entry Rs 4-7 LPA at HR analyst or talent acquisition roles; mid-career Rs 8-14 LPA at HRBP and people analytics roles; senior organisational psychologists at large MNCs earn Rs 18-40 LPA.

This is the highest-salary-ceiling non-clinical career path for psychology graduates in India in 2026. The intersection of psychology and business, specifically people analytics, leadership assessment, and organisational change management, is actively sought by consulting firms, BFSI institutions, and large technology companies.

Senior organisational psychologist salary Rs 18-40 LPA: dheya.com (2026, citing SEBI wellness requirements and CII EAP mandates context). IILM HRM & Psychology specialisation: apply.iilm.edu/mba-pgdm-2026/ (official).

4. UX Researcher

What it involves: User Experience (UX) research involves understanding how people think, feel, and behave when using digital products, websites, apps, devices, and interfaces. UX researchers design and conduct user interviews, usability tests, surveys, and field studies; analyse findings; and translate insights into product design recommendations. It is one of the most directly psychology-grounded roles in the technology sector.

How to qualify: A BA/BSc Psychology provides an excellent foundation, particularly in modules on cognitive psychology, research methods, and social psychology. Build a portfolio of UX projects (user interviews, persona development, usability reports) through freelance work or internships. Add certifications in UX research tools (Maze, Lookback, UserTesting) and familiarise yourself with design thinking methodology. No specific postgraduate requirement skills and portfolio often outweigh formal credentials.

Salary range: Entry-level Rs 5-9 LPA at technology companies and agencies; mid-career Rs 10-18 LPA; UX Research Lead and Director roles Rs 20-35 LPA at large tech companies.

UX research is the most underrepresented career path in Indian psychology career guides, and simultaneously one of the fastest-growing demand categories in the technology sector. Psychology graduates who develop research skills and a UX portfolio are competitive for roles at companies like Google, Amazon, Flipkart, Swiggy, and BYJU’s.

5. School and Child Psychologist

What it involves: Working with children and adolescents in educational settings to support learning, social development, emotional regulation, and mental well-being. School psychologists assess learning disabilities, support children with special needs, provide individual and group counselling, and work with teachers and parents to create supportive educational environments.

How to qualify: BA/BSc Psychology followed by a postgraduate qualification, MEd (Special Education), MA Child Psychology, or MSc School Psychology. The CBSE Student Wellness Programme now mandates trained wellness counsellors in every affiliated school, creating institutional demand that did not exist five years ago. The National Education Policy 2020 explicitly emphasises mental health in schools, further institutionalising this pathway.

Salary range: Entry Rs 2.5-4.5 LPA in school settings; mid-career Rs 4.5-8 LPA; senior school counsellors at international schools or CBSE cluster advisors Rs 8-15 LPA.

School psychology is one of the most socially impactful psychology careers and, given the CBSE mandate, one of the most reliably employable. The salary ceiling is lower than corporate and UX paths, but the consistency of demand and social significance of the work make it a compelling long-term career.

CBSE school counsellor mandate: CBSE Student Wellness Programme guidelines (cbseacademic.nic.in). NEP 2020 mental health emphasis: National Education Policy 2020, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

6. Sports Psychologist

What it involves: Working with athletes, coaches, and sports organisations to optimise mental performance, pre-competition anxiety management, focus and concentration training, confidence building, team cohesion, and injury recovery psychology. India’s growing sports ecosystem (cricket academies, Olympic preparation, ISL, Pro Kabaddi League) has created institutional demand for sports psychologists.

How to qualify: BSc/BA Psychology followed by an MSc or PG Diploma in Sports Psychology. In India, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and national sports federations are increasingly hiring sports psychologists with formal qualifications. Building practical experience through sports club attachments during the undergraduate period strengthens placement significantly.

Salary range: Entry Rs 3-6 LPA in club or academy settings; mid-career Rs 6-12 LPA with national federations or sports institutes; senior sports psychologists working with elite athletes or international sports organisations Rs 12-25 LPA.

Sports psychology in India is an emerging field, underdeveloped relative to the country’s sports investment, which means it is a field where early entrants with strong credentials can establish a significant competitive advantage.

7. Consumer Behaviour Researcher

What it involves: Understanding why consumers buy, what influences their decisions, how they respond to advertising and product design, and how cultural and psychological factors shape market behaviour. Consumer behaviour researchers work in brand teams, market research agencies, advertising firms, and the strategy divisions of FMCG, retail, and e-commerce companies.

How to qualify: BA/BSc Psychology provides the behavioural science foundation for consumer psychology, social influence, cognitive biases, and research methodology. An MBA in Marketing or an MSc in Consumer Psychology strengthens the commercial application layer. Internships at market research firms (Nielsen, Kantar, IPSOS) or FMCG brand teams during undergrad are the most direct entry route.

Salary range: Entry Rs 4-7 LPA at market research agencies or brand teams; mid-career Rs 8-14 LPA as senior research lead or brand strategist; senior consumer insights roles at FMCG majors or global agencies Rs 15-28 LPA.

This career path is little-known among psychology students but heavily valued by employers. FMCG giants (HUL, P&G, ITC, Mondelez), global agencies (Ogilvy, Leo Burnett, WPP), and technology companies building recommendation systems all need people who understand human decision-making at scale.

8. Neuropsychology

What it involves: Studying the relationship between brain function and behaviour, how neurological conditions (stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, epilepsy, ADHD) affect cognition, emotion, and behaviour. Neuropsychologists work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, research institutes, and neuroscience laboratories.

How to qualify: This is the most academically intensive psychology career path in India. BSc/BA Psychology → MSc Neuropsychology or MPhil Clinical Psychology (with neuropsychology specialisation) → PhD. NIMHANS in Bengaluru and AIIMS Delhi are the premier institutions for neuropsychology training in India. RCI registration is required for clinical neuropsychology practice. IILM University’s MSc Psychology programme includes Rehabilitation Psychology, which overlaps with neuropsychological assessment and intervention.

Salary range: Entry Rs 4-8 LPA at hospital or research settings; mid-career Rs 8-16 LPA for specialised clinical neuropsychologists; senior neuropsychologists in large hospitals and research institutes Rs 15-30 LPA.

Neuropsychology offers a career at the intersection of psychology and neuroscience, one of the most rapidly advancing areas of science globally. The qualification pathway is long (typically 8-10 years from Class 12 to independent practice), but the specialisation is rare in India, and the demand from the ageing population’s neurological care needs is structural.

NIMHANS and AIIMS are premier training institutions, established in RCI and academic literature. IILM MSc Rehabilitation Psychology: iilm.edu/msc-psychology/ (official).

9. Academic and Research Psychology

What it involves: Generating new psychological knowledge through research, conducting experiments, surveys, longitudinal studies, and clinical trials; publishing in academic journals; teaching psychology at the university level; contributing to psychological assessment development; advising policy bodies and think tanks.

How to qualify: BSc/BA Psychology → MSc Psychology → PhD Psychology. The UGC-NET (National Eligibility Test) is required for lectureship positions at central and state universities. Junior Research Fellowships (JRFs) are available through UGC-NET and ICMR for doctoral students. ICSSR (Indian Council of Social Science Research) funds postdoctoral fellowships in social psychology and behavioural science.

Salary range: JRF/SRF fellowship Rs 3-5 LPA during doctoral study; Assistant Professor (UGC 7th Pay Commission) Rs 6-12 LPA; Associate Professor Rs 10-18 LPA; Professor and Department Heads Rs 12-25 LPA. Senior academics with international publication records command additional consulting and expert witness income.

Academic psychology is the correct path for students driven by intellectual curiosity and the desire to generate knowledge rather than apply it in service delivery. The satisfaction is intellectual; the financial ceiling is moderate but stable and supplemented by India’s robust UGC academic benefits structure.

Psychology Career Salary Comparison — Entry to Senior Level

The table below compares all nine career paths across entry, mid-career, and senior-level salary ranges, and indicates whether a postgraduate qualification is required. All figures are annual CTC in Indian rupees and represent indicative ranges; outcomes vary significantly by employer, city, specialisation, and individual performance.

Salary data: upgrad.com ‘Highest Paying Psychology Jobs in India 2026’ (fresher Rs 1.2-7 LPA; mid-level Rs 2-9.5 LPA; senior Rs 15-30 LPA+); Glassdoor India (glassdoor.co.in, May 2026, 96 submissions for clinical psychologist); AmbitionBox India 2026; dheya.com 2026 (corporate/organisational psychologist Rs 18-40 LPA senior, citing SEBI wellness and CII EAP context); Indeed India (in.indeed.com — clinical psychologist Rs 31,935/month average, January 2026). PG requirement: RCI (rehabcouncil.nic.in — MPhil Clinical Psychology mandatory for clinical practice).

Postgraduate Options After a Psychology Degree

Most senior psychology careers in India require a postgraduate qualification. The right choice depends on your target career path.

•       MSc Clinical Psychology / MPhil Clinical Psychology: Required for RCI registration and clinical practice. MPhil from RCI-approved institutions (NIMHANS, TISS, select universities) is the gold standard for the clinical pathway.
•       MA or MSc Counselling Psychology: For counselling-focused careers in schools, NGOs, corporates, and private practice. Available at many universities and through PG Diploma routes.
•       MSc Neuropsychology or MSc Applied Psychology: Specialised postgraduate routes for neuropsychology, forensic psychology, and research-oriented careers.
•       MBA in HR: The most financially efficient postgraduate route for psychology graduates targeting corporate and organisational careers. Combines psychology’s understanding of human behaviour with business, HR management, and data analytics. IILM University’s MBA includes HRM and Psychology as a dual specialisation at Gurugram.
•       PG Diploma in Counselling: A shorter (1-year) postgraduate route for students who want to move into counselling practice without a full 2-year master’s degree. Widely available online and in hybrid format.

A note on RCI registration: The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) regulates clinical psychology practice in India under the Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992. Only RCI-registered professionals can legally use the title ‘Clinical Psychologist’ and practice clinical assessment and treatment. RCI registration requires completion of an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from an RCI-approved institution. This is the most commonly misunderstood regulatory requirement in Indian psychology students who complete only a BSc or BA, or even an MSc, cannot legally practise as clinical psychologists without the additional MPhil and RCI registration. Verify the list of RCI-approved training institutions at rehabcouncil.nic.in before choosing a postgraduate programme.

RCI registration requirement: Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992; rehabcouncil.nic.in. IILM MBA HRM & Psychology specialisation: apply.iilm.edu/mba-pgdm-2026/ (official). NIMHANS MPhil programme: nimhans.ac.in.

Psychology at IILM University

IILM University offers undergraduate and postgraduate psychology programmes across its Gurugram and Greater Noida campuses, delivered through the School of Communication, Psychology and Liberal Arts.

BA (Hons) Psychology: A 4-year Honours programme covering Introduction to Psychology, Biological Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Psychopathology, Industrial Psychology, and Counselling Skills and Techniques. Year 3 includes applied fieldwork and an internship. Year 4 covers CBT and REBT, Psychodiagnostics, and a research dissertation. The programme is delivered at both Gurugram and Greater Noida campuses.

BSc (Hons) Clinical Psychology (Gurugram): A science-stream psychology programme with a clinical focus. Includes a Forensic Psychology specialisation covering criminal behaviour, victimology, eyewitness memory, risk assessment, and ethical issues in forensic contexts. The programme includes a dedicated Psychology Laboratory for cognitive, behavioural, and experimental psychology demonstrations.

MSc Psychology (three specialisations): Counselling Psychology, Health Psychology, and Rehabilitation Psychology. The Rehabilitation Psychology specialisation prepares graduates for work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, special education institutions, and NGOs. The programme includes practical training in real-world clinical environments.

Minors and interdisciplinary flexibility: IILM University offers a range of minors across disciplines — business, technology, communication, and society enabling BA/BSc Psychology students to tailor their degree toward HR, UX research, communications, or social science tracks. This interdisciplinary structure is directly aligned with the multi-sector career options available to psychology graduates.

The placement process at IILM University’s Gurugram campus supports psychology and allied disciplines students through career readiness training, CV clinics, mock interviews, and connections to industry partners. Internship partners include schools, NGOs, HR firms, rehabilitation centres, and corporate organisations.

Source: iilm.edu/gurugram/department-of-psychology/ba-hons-psychology/ (BA Hons curriculum, Year 1-4 subjects confirmed); iilm.edu/gurugram/department-of-psychology/bsc-hons-psychology/ (BSc Clinical Psychology — Forensic Psychology specialisation, Psychology Lab confirmed, April 2026); iilm.edu/msc-psychology/ (MSc Psychology — three specialisations: Counselling, Health, Rehabilitation Psychology confirmed); iilm.edu/greater-noida/ba-hons-psychology/ (Greater Noida campus — 50% eligibility, internship partners confirmed, February 2026); iilm.edu/gurugram/placements/ (placement process covers Psychology disciplines, March 2026); iilm.edu/course/ba-hons-b-sc-hons-psychology/ (internship and industry exposure confirmed).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a psychology graduate work in IT?

Yes, and this is one of the most common career paths psychology graduates do not initially consider. UX research, product management, and human-computer interaction roles in IT and technology companies actively recruit psychology graduates. Every major technology company, from Google and Amazon to Flipkart and Swiggy, has a UX research function. Consumer behaviour research roles at tech companies and digital agencies are also open to psychology graduates with quantitative research skills. The key is building a portfolio of research projects and familiarity with UX tools (Maze, Figma, Lookback) alongside the degree.

What is the salary of a psychologist in India?

Salary ranges widely by career path, experience level, and location. Based on aggregated 2026 salary data: fresher psychologists (0-2 years) typically earn Rs 1.2-7 LPA; mid-level professionals (5 years) Rs 2-9.5 LPA, especially in corporate or clinical settings; senior psychologists and managers (10+ years) Rs 15-30 LPA+, particularly in private practice, MNCs, or specialised fields like neuropsychology. Organisational psychologists at large MNCs can reach Rs 18-40 LPA at senior levels. UX researchers at technology companies earn Rs 20-35 LPA at lead roles. Clinical psychologists in private practice in metro cities commonly charge Rs 1,500-4,000 per session. Source: upgrad.com salary guide 2026; Glassdoor India 2026; dheya.com 2026.

Do I need RCI registration to practise as a psychologist in India?

RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) registration is mandatory, specifically for clinical psychology practice, for anyone working as a Clinical Psychologist in diagnostic, treatment, or therapeutic roles with individuals who have recognised mental health conditions. RCI registration requires completing an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from an RCI-approved institution. It is not required for counsellors (who provide support but do not formally diagnose or treat clinical conditions), school psychologists (unless in clinical roles), HR and organisational psychologists, UX researchers, or researchers. If you intend to practise as a Clinical Psychologist in any setting, verify RCI requirements and approved programmes at rehabcouncil.nic.in before beginning your postgraduate studies.

Is BSc Psychology or BA Psychology better?

Neither is universally better; they suit different career directions. BSc Psychology has a stronger science and research methods foundation, which is advantageous for clinical pathways (MPhil Clinical Psychology typically requires a science background), neuropsychology, and research careers. BA Psychology has a stronger humanities and social science foundation, which is better suited for counselling, HR, organisational psychology, consumer behaviour research, and interdisciplinary careers. IILM University offers both BSc (Hons) Clinical Psychology at Gurugram (with clinical and forensic specialisations) and BA (Hons) Psychology at both campuses (with industrial psychology and counselling in the curriculum). The choice should be based on whether your intended postgraduate pathway and career require science-track or humanities-track grounding.

Can I do an MBA after a psychology degree?

Yes, and it is one of the most financially rewarding postgraduate routes for psychology graduates. An MBA in HR or an MBA with HR and Organisational Psychology specialisation combines psychology’s foundation in human behaviour with business management, data analytics, and strategic HR skills. This combination opens senior organisational psychology, people analytics, and HR leadership roles that pay Rs 18-40 LPA at the 8-10 year career stage. IILM University’s MBA includes an HRM and Psychology dual specialisation at Gurugram, specifically designed for students coming from a psychology or behavioural science background. Eligibility for most MBA programmes is a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 50% aggregate from a recognised university, regardless of the undergraduate discipline.

Is Psychology a Good Career in India in 2026?

Yes, and the scope of psychology in India in 2026 is broader than it has ever been. The workforce shortage in clinical psychology, the CBSE counsellor mandate in schools, the corporate wellness movement, and technology’s demand for human insight researchers have collectively made psychology one of the most versatile degree investments available to Class 12 students today.

The honest qualification: clinical psychology requires a long qualification path (7-8 years from Class 12 to independent practice) and patience through early low salaries. Non-clinical paths in corporate, UX, and consumer research offer faster financial progression. The best long-term outcomes go to graduates who pair a psychology degree with a clear career direction and the appropriate postgraduate qualification, whether that is an RCI-approved MPhil for clinical practice, an MBA for organisational careers, or a UX portfolio for technology roles.

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IILM programme data: iilm.edu/gurugram/department-of-psychology/ba-hons-psychology/ (BA Hons curriculum Year 1-4 — all subjects confirmed); iilm.edu/gurugram/department-of-psychology/bsc-hons-psychology/ (BSc Clinical Psychology — Forensic Psychology specialisation, Psychology Lab confirmed, April 2026); iilm.edu/msc-psychology/ (MSc three specialisations: Counselling, Health, Rehabilitation Psychology confirmed); iilm.edu/greater-noida/ba-hons-psychology/ (Greater Noida campus, 50% eligibility, internship partners, February 2026); iilm.edu/gurugram/placements/ (psychology covered in placement process, March 2026); iilm.edu/course/ba-hons-b-sc-hons-psychology/ (industry exposure, internships confirmed). Mental health statistics: Global Burden of Disease study (197 million figure) cited in Business Standard (October 2025); RCI 4,309 clinical psychologists cited in Business Standard (October 2025); PLOS Medicine 2024 (0.47 per 100,000 figure; ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12798336/); Mentis India 2026 (mentis.co.in — 2,000 clinical psychologists estimate). Salary data: upgrad.com 2026; Glassdoor India (glassdoor.co.in, May 2026); AmbitionBox India 2026; dheya.com 2026 (organisational psychology senior Rs 18-40 LPA); Indeed India (in.indeed.com, January 2026). RCI registration: rehabcouncil.nic.in. CBSE mandate: CBSE Student Wellness Programme. NEP 2020: Ministry of Education, Government of India.