Certificate in Beauty and Wellness / Cosmetology

Covers skin, hair, makeup and salon management. Bridal makeup artistry and independent practice offer earnings well above salaried salon ranges in urban markets.

Who can apply. 10th pass.

How you get in. Direct admission (brand academies, private institutes, NSDC partners).

How it is studied. Full-time or part-time; many providers offer online or blended delivery.

Admission rules change every year. Confirm eligibility, the entrance test and the calendar against the current official notification.

Where people work.

• Salons and spas
• Wellness centres
• Hotels and resorts
• Bridal studios
• Gig platforms
• Self-employment

What you can study next.

• Advanced cosmetology diploma
• International certifications (CIDESCO, ITEC)
• Brand master classes

Indicative total course fee. About 5,000 - 60,000 total; varies widely by provider and duration.

Indicative starting salary. 12,000 - 25,000 per month.

Typical duration. 3 months - 1 year.

Fees and salaries here are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution and treat the salary as a starting range that varies by employer and location.

Over 3 to 12 months, you learn skin, hair and makeup services, with salon management for day-to-day work.

This certificate suits you if you want to enter salon, spa, bridal makeup or beauty work after Class 10.

• You want a short course of three months to one year instead of a long degree.
• You prefer hands-on work with skin, hair and makeup, along with basic salon management.
• You want to start in a salon or spa, or build towards independent beauty and bridal work.
• You need a course with fees that may range from about ₹5,000 to ₹60,000, depending on the provider and duration.
• It does not suit you if you want a job that is mainly desk-based or does not involve direct work with clients.

For this 3 to 12-month certificate, expect a total course fee of about Rs 5,000 - 60,000, depending on the provider and course length.

After this certificate, the recognised next credentials named in the course data are CIDESCO and ITEC. They show advanced cosmetology training and can help when you apply to higher-end salon, spa and wellness roles.

In India, salaried salon work usually starts at ₹12,000 to ₹25,000 a month. Bridal makeup and your own client work in urban markets can pay more after you build skill, a portfolio and repeat clients.

India

Pay differs by city, salon type, role and the services you handle.

Self-employed

Income depends on bookings, pricing, location and your ability to keep clients returning.

Starting in a salon or spa often means working when clients are free, including weekends, evenings and wedding season. Entry-level pay is commonly ₹12,000 to ₹25,000 a month. Course fees range from about ₹5,000 to ₹60,000, so check what the fee includes: kit, products, practice models and certificate. A certificate does not remove the need to practise repeatedly before clients trust your work.

The route has a low entry barrier after Class 10 and takes three to 12 months. You do not need a licence to practise. Bridal makeup, independent services and home appointments can bring higher earnings than a salaried salon role in urban markets, but that income depends on bookings, skill and your local client base.

People who progress usually build a clear service strength, such as hair cutting, hair colour, skin services or bridal makeup. They keep photos of their work, learn how to speak to clients politely, maintain hygiene, and arrive on time. Many start in a salon to learn speed and client handling, then take freelance bookings or build their own small practice.