Year Ender 2025: 7 Jobs That Were Rare in 2024 but Now Offer Salaries of Over ₹1 Lakh/Month
In just a year, several career roles that were either unknown or part of broader job descriptions have emerged as high-paying, in-demand opportunities. Thanks to AI, climate change, new laws, and evolving work patterns, these roles are now offering starting salaries of ₹1 lakh per month or more in major Indian cities. Here’s a look at these seven trending careers in 2025:
1. AI Ethics & Governance Specialist
Previously, discussions around AI bias and data misuse were largely confined to classrooms. After strict AI regulations came into effect in late 2024, companies now require experts to ensure AI systems comply with rules, safeguard data, and operate fairly. These specialists work closely with tech, legal, and product teams. Salaries range from ₹1.5–3 lakh per month, with high demand across tech firms, banks, and healthcare companies.
2. Climate Risk Analyst
Climate change has transitioned from being purely an environmental concern to a financial risk. Heatwaves, floods, and supply-chain disruptions in 2024 forced companies to rethink their risk strategies. Climate Risk Analysts help banks, insurance firms, and infrastructure companies prepare for these challenges. Monthly salaries now hover around ₹1–1.5 lakh.
3. AI Product Manager
AI Product Managers are distinct from traditional PMs, as they decide how AI tools are integrated into real business processes. They balance performance, cost, and ethics while collaborating with engineers and leadership. This role has surged in 2024–25, offering salaries up to ₹2.5 lakh per month.
4. AI-Driven Learning Experience Designer
In education, AI-Driven Learning Experience Designers replace traditional video-based models. They design smart, personalized learning systems using AI and psychology. Universities and companies hire them to improve learning completion rates, with salaries ranging ₹1–1.6 lakh per month.
5. Enterprise Prompt Engineer
Enterprise Prompt Engineers treat AI prompts like software code: testing, securing, and documenting them. Incorrect prompts can lead to serious errors, making these experts crucial. Salaries range ₹1–1.8 lakh per month, and demand is rising with increased digital adoption.
6. Vernacular UX Designers
These designers focus on Indian languages for apps and platforms targeting Tier-2 and Tier-3 users. Fintech and government platforms are aggressively hiring to improve accessibility and engagement.
7. Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Analyst
As AI-powered cyberattacks rise, these analysts track real-time threats and protect banks and infrastructure. Their role has become vital to safeguarding digital assets and operations.
2025 has proven that emerging technologies and societal changes can create lucrative, previously unknown career paths. These roles not only offer high pay but also provide opportunities to shape the future of technology, education, and governance in India.
