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Sports Nutritionist / Dietitian Salary in India — 2026 Guide

₹20,000–40,000/month entry-level; ₹50,000–80,000 at elite academies; ₹80,000–1,50,000 at IPL/national team level.

Typical salary range
₹20,000–40,000/month entry-level; ₹50,000–80,000 at elite academies; ₹80,000–1,50,000 at IPL/national team level.

Sports Nutritionist / Dietitian in India — Role Overview

Sports nutritionists design dietary plans to enhance athletic performance, optimise recovery, and support weight management. India's elite sports ecosystem — particularly cricket, football, and weightlifting — has invested heavily in nutrition support staff. Demand is growing at franchise academies, SAI high-performance centres, and corporate wellness.

Required qualifications:

BSc or MSc in Nutrition / Dietetics from a UGC-recognised institution. Registered Dietitian (RD) credential. Post-graduate certification in Sports Nutrition (ISSN, Precision Nutrition, or INFS).

Primary employers:

IPL and ISL franchise support staff, SAI high-performance centres, Olympic coaching camps, corporate wellness programmes, private sports academies.

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Sports Nutritionist / Dietitian Salary FAQs

A BSc or MSc in Nutrition/Dietetics from a UGC-recognised institution is the base requirement. For elite sports roles, a post-graduate sports nutrition certification (ISSN CISSN, Precision Nutrition Level 2, or INFS) is highly valued. Registration with the Indian Dietetic Association (IDA) is preferred.