Associate
Annual salary range
₹1.9 Lakh - ₹16.6 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byAssociate Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 2.3L
latest salaries
• updated:
19 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
Associate Salary in India ranges between ₹1.9 Lakh to ₹16.6 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 2.3L latest salaries received from Associate.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
McKinsey & Company Associate Salary
8 years exp |  | |
Kearney Associate Salary
8 years exp | | |
 Associate Salary
8 years exp | | |
 Associate Salary
8 years exp | | |
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8 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
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9
yrs
exp.
(71.8k salaries)
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr | |
0 -
5
yrs
exp.
(13.3k salaries)
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₹0.9 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr | 31 job openings |
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8
yrs
exp.
(13.3k salaries)
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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | 160 job openings |
1 -
17
yrs
exp.
(10.2k salaries)
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₹10.3 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr | 56 job openings |
0 -
6
yrs
exp.
(5.8k salaries)
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₹0.8 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | 68 job openings |
2 -
15
yrs
exp.
(4.9k salaries)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr | 42 job openings |
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5
yrs
exp.
(4.7k salaries)
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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | 16 job openings |
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9
yrs
exp.
(4.7k salaries)
|
₹1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
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6
yrs
exp.
(4.2k salaries)
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₹0.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
0 -
11
yrs
exp.
(3.2k salaries)
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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr | 1 job opening |
Latest annual salaries shared by Associates
1d ago
Cognizant
Associate
3 years exp.
1d ago
TCS
Associate
2 years exp.
1d ago
PwC
Associate
5 years exp.
1d ago
Wipro Insurance Solutions
Associate
2 years exp.
1d ago
Cognizant
Associate
5 years exp.
1d ago
BDO
Associate
5 years exp.
1d ago
Wipro
Associate
1 year exp.
1d ago
Tech Mahindra
Associate
5 years exp.
1d ago
Wipro
Associate
4 years exp.
1d ago
Cognizant
Associate
5 years exp.
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Associate salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Fresher
(550
salaries)
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
1
year
(45.2k
salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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| |
2
years
(49.2k
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
3
years
(43.6k
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹14.8 L/yr |
4
years
(33.8k
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
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Associate Jobs in India
Associate
· 0-2 years
Ienergizer
₹0.5
L/yr
- ₹2.5
L/yr
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Associate
· 0-2 years
Marriott
Kolkata
Associate
· 1-4 years
Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd
Chennai
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| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Senior Associate Salary
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10
years
exp.
(2.4L salaries)
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr |
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11
years
exp.
(2.2L salaries)
| ₹4.3 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr |
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| |
Team Lead Salary
2 -
12
years
exp.
(2.6L salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
Developer Salary
0 -
6
years
exp.
(29k salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr |
Associate Consultant Salary
1 -
12
years
exp.
(1.6L salaries)
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
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Salary related reviews by Associate
Wipro
Associate
• posted on 02 Dec 2024
Likes
I am interested in working at wipro.com because it is a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
There has been no salary increase over the past years, and the bonus structure is non-existent
read moreAxtria
Associate
• posted on 03 Jan 2025
Likes
Axtria has a good wfh policy. Not the best but somewhat better than some other company. You can work from all 5 locations in India.
read more- Job security - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
Not good salary hikes from past 2-3 years. No stocks. No perks. No learning if you are not in a good project which is rare. Biased managers and work environment.
read more- Skill development - Poor
+1 more
Cognizant
Associate
• posted on 20 Feb 2025
Likes
Work-life balance (Although it depends on project to project) Good work culture and friendly team.
- Job security - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
1. Salary 2. Scope to learn and apply it in project. CTS provides access to Udemy where we can enroll into courses as much as we want, but our team faced lack of opportunities to apply them in project.
read morePwC
Associate
• posted on 19 Jan 2025
Likes
Everything here is average in terms of work culture, work life balance, salary and benefits, promotions, learning and development and work satisfaction. It depends on the manager under which you are working and the team you are a part of. (Auditing domain perspective)
read more- Skill development - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Work life balance in Audit is not available. Salaries and appraisals not upto the mark.
Amazon
Associate
• posted on 05 Dec 2024
Likes
On time salary as i have worked in go ai operations on contractual basis so i can't say about promotions coming to salary part its not great but yeah average
read more- Salary - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Too much unnecessary targets for the salary we get , micromanagement by managers . No carrer development in operations so better think before joining
read more- Skill development - Poor
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Associate Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Associate
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Associate
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
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Chennai
Associate
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹11.7 L/yr |
Mumbai
Associate
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
Pune
Associate
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr |
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Associate Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹12.9 L/yr |
Consulting Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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| |
Financial Services Associate
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹25.8 L/yr |
BPO Associate
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr |
Management Consulting Associate
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Associate Salaries
What is the salary of a Associate in India?
The salary of a Associate in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Associate salaries ranges from ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 2.3L salaries received from various Associates across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 2.3L salaries received from various Associates across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Associates?
Associate Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| McKinsey & Company Associate Salary | ₹35 Lakhs to ₹61 Lakhs per year |
| Kearney Associate Salary | ₹34 Lakhs to ₹60 Lakhs per year |
| Mercer Associate Salary | ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹32.6 Lakhs per year |
| AQR Capital Management Associate Salary | ₹15 Lakhs to ₹42 Lakhs per year |
| BA Continuum Associate Salary | ₹18 Lakhs to ₹31 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Associate in India?
The annual salary for Associate in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Associate are
Salary expectations for Associate may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Associate Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Chennai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹11.7 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Pune | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Associate in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Associate in India are:
| Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹12.9 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Consulting | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Financial Services | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹25.8 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in BPO | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Salary in Management Consulting | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as Associate?
Fresher salaries for Associate in India typically range from ₹0.2 Lakhs to ₹8 Lakhs per year, depending on the company, location, and skill set. Fresher salaries are generally higher in IT Industry than in other Industries in India.
How does experience affect salaries of a Associate in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Associate salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Associate take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Associate salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹0.2 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹14.8 Lakhs per year |
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