Due to large gap between the demand and supply in this field the remuneration of architect is expected rise further. Employment opportunities for architects are available in government as well as private sectors. However, the private players like Builders, Architecture Firms, and Consultants offer handsome pay-packages to skilled architects.

Salary of experienced architect in India is generally high ranging from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 5 lakhs per annum. However, an apprentice in private company is usually paid about Rs. 1,00,000 p.a. to 1,50,000 per annum.

Followings are some of the largest public sector employers in this field:

1. Public Works Department
2. The Archaeological Department
3. Ministry of Defence
4. Departments of Railways
5. Post and Telegraphs
6. Public Sector Undertakings
7. National Building Organisation
8. Town and Country Planning Organisation
9. National Institute of Urban Affairs
10. Housing and Urban Development Corporation
11. National Building Construction Corporation Ltd.
12. City Development Authorities

Some major private players in design and construction sector:

1. DLF
2. Sahara
3. Eros Group
4. Gammon India
5. L & T
6. Aeons Construction etc.

(DOU 05102007)