The earnings depend on the industries employing civil engineers such
as Central or State government departments  or private concerns. In
India, a bachelor's degree candidate in civil engineering can receive
a starting salary of Rs.7,000 up to Rs 15,000 approximately with 2-3
years experience. With more experience or as an established
independent consultant one could earn more. Most employers prefer
candidates with Computer (Compuer Aided Drafting, Design, and Project
Management) knowledge. 

<p>Companies abroad in Singapore, UAE etc pay Rs 15,000-20,000
approximately for candidates with 2-3 years experience. In USA,
according to a 2001 salary survey by the National Association of
Colleges and Employers, a bachelor's degree candidate as an initial
salary offers averaging $3,400 a month, master's degree candidates
received an average offer of $3,700, and Ph.D. candidates were
offered $5,200.