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Database Administrator

Secures and manages organizational data stored in large databases.

ScienceNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹2.5L – ₹6.0L/year (estimate)
Market demand
growing
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
12th
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Database Administrator

1
Step 1
12th → Training/Diploma → Database Administrator

Skills you'll need

programming
Core skill
problem solving
Core skill
logical thinking
Core skill
debugging
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹2.5L – ₹6.0L/year (estimate)
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Database Administrator actually do?

Secures and manages organizational data stored in large databases.