If you are looking for information on dairy supervisor salary in India, you are in the right place. This comprehensive guide covers dairy supervisor salaries across all experience levels, states, company types and industries — and how to find the best dairy jobs in India on AgriTalentX.
What Does a Dairy Supervisor Do?
A Dairy Supervisor manages daily operations at a dairy farm, milk chilling centre, or dairy processing plant. Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing milking operations and ensuring hygiene standards
- Managing 10-30 farm workers, milkmen, and technicians
- Monitoring milk quality — fat%, SNF%, somatic cell count (SCC)
- Maintaining daily milk production records and dispatch logs
- Coordinating with procurement officers for bulk milk collection
- Managing animal health and feeding schedules
- Reporting to Dairy Farm Manager or Plant Manager
Dairy Supervisor Salary in India 2025
By Experience Level
| Experience | Monthly Salary | Annual (LPA) | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresher (0-1 yr) | ₹12,000–18,000/mo | ₹1.4–2.2 LPA | Accommodation + food |
| 1–3 Years | ₹18,000–28,000/mo | ₹2.2–3.4 LPA | Accommodation + bonus |
| 3–6 Years | ₹28,000–42,000/mo | ₹3.4–5 LPA | Accommodation + incentives |
| 6–10 Years | ₹42,000–60,000/mo | ₹5–7.2 LPA | Full perks + vehicle |
| 10+ Years (Senior) | ₹60,000–90,000/mo | ₹7–11 LPA | Full perks + PF + bonus |
By Company Type
🏆 Large Private Companies
Heritage, Parag Milk, Mother Dairy
Salary: ₹3.5–8 LPA
Better perks, structured increment
🤝 Dairy Cooperatives
AMUL, Nandini, Verka, MILKFED
Salary: ₹2.5–5 LPA
Job security, pension, government perks
🐄 Individual Large Farms
500+ cow farms, agri estates
Salary: ₹1.8–4 LPA + free housing
Usually includes full accommodation
🚀 Integrated Agri Companies
ITC, Suguna, Godrej Agrovet
Salary: ₹3–6 LPA
Growth path to Farm Manager role
By State — Dairy Supervisor Salary
| State | Average Monthly Salary | Top Employers |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat | ₹22,000–45,000 | AMUL, Banas Dairy, Sabar Dairy |
| Punjab | ₹20,000–40,000 | Verka MILKFED, Punjab Dairy |
| Haryana | ₹18,000–38,000 | Heritage, Private farms |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹16,000–32,000 | Mother Dairy, Parag, Private farms |
| Maharashtra | ₹20,000–40,000 | Gokul, Prabhat, Chitale |
| Karnataka | ₹18,000–35,000 | Nandini KMF, Heritage |
How to Increase Your Dairy Supervisor Salary
- Get certified: NDDB dairy training, ICAR animal husbandry diploma add 20-30% to salary
- Learn milk testing: Lacto-scan, Gerber method, electronic fat testers are valued skills
- Herd management software: DairyComp, Herdsman, farm ERP knowledge is rare and valued
- Move to larger farms: 500+ cow operations pay 40-60% more than 50-cow farms
- Switch from cooperative to private: Private companies pay 30-50% more
- Get promoted to Dairy Farm Manager: Salary jumps to ₹5–12 LPA
Qualification Required for Dairy Supervisor
- 10th/12th pass with 2+ years dairy farm experience (entry level)
- Diploma in Dairy Technology / Animal Husbandry (preferred)
- BSc Dairy Science / BTech Dairy Technology (best salary)
- BVSc (Veterinary) — opens path to Farm Manager
- NDDB or state dairy board training certificate adds value
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