How much per hour can I earn from a part-time job in Ireland as an Indian student?
Indian students in Ireland typically earn about EUR 14.15 an hour in minimum wage roles (the national minimum wage from 1 January 2026), EUR 14.15 to 16 in retail and hospitality, and EUR 15 to 18 in university jobs. Twenty hours weekly can bring roughly EUR 1,200 to 1,500 monthly.
Part-time wages for students in Ireland typically range from around EUR 14.15 (approx INR 1,542) to EUR 18 (approx INR 1,961) per hour, depending on the job. You can legally work up to 20 hours a week during term.
Typical hourly earnings
| Type of job | Hourly wage (EUR) | Approx INR |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage roles | 14.15 | INR 1,542 |
| Retail and hospitality | 14.15 to 16 | INR 1,542 to 1,744 |
| University jobs | 15 to 18 | INR 1,635 to 1,961 |
Monthly income and work limits
- Students can legally work up to 20 hours a week during term and up to 40 hours a week during holidays.
- At 20 hours a week, monthly income is roughly EUR 1,200 to 1,500 (approx INR 1.31 L to 1.63 L).
- Popular roles include cafe or restaurant helper, retail assistant, student ambassador and library or campus jobs.
My Advice
Treat part-time earnings as a support for daily costs rather than a way to fund tuition. Wages vary by employer and city, so check current minimum wage and student work rules on official Irish government pages.
This information is available on: workplacerelations.ie
How much can you actually earn part-time in Ireland?
See how part-time work fits into your total budget and visa funds.
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