46 Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs in Kolkata

Kolkata continues to be one of the moderate demand markets for Lab Technician / Pharmacist roles, with a growing number of lab and pharmacy professionals active openings currently available. This stable job market is driven by diagnostic and pharmacy network expansion, creating opportunities for both freshers and experienced lab and pharmacy professionals. Employers across hospitals, diagnostic labs, pharmacies are actively hiring, with 39 new roles added in recent hiring cycles.

Top companies recruiting lab and pharmacy professionals in Kolkata include Apollo Pharmacy, Kv Human Resources and Tata 1mg across hospitals, diagnostic labs, pharmacies. Altogether, 27 employers are actively hiring, allowing candidates broad choice across organisation sizes and work cultures.

Across Kolkata, Lab Technician / Pharmacist openings include roles like lab technician, medical lab technician, pharmacist. Work is largely Work from office, while Office-based options are available with select employers. Entry-level roles are meant for candidates with 0–1 years experience, whereas 2–4 years lead to higher responsibility roles. The work nature is driven by accuracy-critical role within regulated healthcare systems.

Employers require proficiency in sample processing, lab equipment handling, test reporting complemented by precision, hygiene discipline, attention to detail. Familiarity with tools such as centrifuge, microscope, lab systems, pharmacy software is commonly expected. Minimum eligibility begins at DMLT or D.Pharm, while B.Sc. MLT or B.Pharm and Pharmacy Council registration enhance shortlisting chances.

In Kolkata, salaries for Lab Technician / Pharmacist roles range between ₹1–₹20,000 per month. Entry-level roles begin around ₹1, while professionals with 2–4 years experience approach ₹20,000. Pay is structured as fixed salary with shift allowance and has remained stable year over year.

Across Kolkata, Lab Technician / Pharmacist jobs are mainly concentrated in Kanchrapara M, Howrah and Hooghly. These zones attract employers owing to infrastructure and connectivity. Candidates in Kolkata may prioritise these areas to optimise commute efficiency.

With a growing number of lab and pharmacy professionals Lab Technician / Pharmacist jobs in Kolkata, candidates can apply using filters for locality, salary, experience and work mode. Setting job alerts helps track new openings across hospitals, diagnostic labs, pharmacies.