Which professional groups receive the highest salaries in Turkey?
As is the case worldwide, the importance of the concept of salary in Turkey is increasing day by day due to developing technology, the reality of artificial intelligence, and concerns about making the right career plans. The five professional groups with the highest salaries in Turkey have drawn attention. While pilots are at the top, management consultants entered the list in fifth place.
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For those planning their careers in Turkey, the most lucrative professions continue to be a subject of great curiosity this year, as they are every year.
According to a bulletin shared with members of the press by the website Maasi.info, piloting is at the forefront of high-paying professions.
Here are the 5 professional groups that receive the highest salaries in Turkey in 2025:
Pilot
With the development of the civil aviation sector and the increase in the number of international flights, the demand for pilots is rising every year. Captain pilots, in particular, earn high incomes when they serve on international flights. The highest pilot salary is 198,700 TL.
Notary Public
Notaries, who play a critical role in formalizing legal transactions in Turkey, stand out with their stable income and regular business volume. They undertake an important task in ensuring that documents such as title deed transactions, powers of attorney, contracts, and inheritance proceedings gain legal validity. The highest notary salary is 172,800 TL.
Doctor
The healthcare sector continues to be one of the most stable and high-income professional groups, both in the public and private sectors. The highest doctor salary is 153,100 TL.
Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineer
The strategic importance of the energy sector places petroleum and natural gas engineers among the high-salary professional groups. The highest salary for engineers working in fields such as exploration, drilling, production, and reserve management is 105,400 TL.
Management Consultant
Management consultants, who provide services to increase the efficiency of companies, optimize strategic decision-making processes, and manage corporate transformations, are in high demand, especially by large-scale firms. The highest salary for these experts, who play an active role in strategy, operations, human resources, and digital transformation projects, is 96,500 TL.