The main task or duty of a meteorologist is to study the environment and make monthly or daily predictions on the weather and it’s forecast. Meteorologist can function in various unites and sectors such as:- Aviation, military, media and various other areas. To enter this profession, a bachelor’s degree in meteorology will be beneficial. Colleges and universities also offer the same course or profession. Talking about the pay scale it depends on the positions of their employees. This profession is the most rewarding and challenging profession in today’s world. Meteorology is very fun loved and top ranked professions in India.
To become a meteorologist, student should have a bachelor’s degree in the same profession. A Post graduation in the same field of meteorology will also be very helpful. A Meteorologists can work in various multinational organizations and various other organizations.
A diploma in meteorology will also be very helpful. Students can take this as a profession of interest. Students need to appear for the entrance examination conducted by different universities and boards. After the completion of a degree course, students should take a master’s degree with the Phd in the same profession having subjects like:-Meteorology, physical sciences or mathematics.
The starting salary of a meteorologist starts from Rs 20,000-25,000 per month. It also goes on increasing with the increase in the experience, post and position.