Category Head Marketing
Annual salary range
₹25.2 Lakhs - ₹81 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byCategory Head Marketing Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
10 Mar 2025
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Category Head Marketing Salary in India ranges between ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹81 Lakhs for 7 years of experience to 16 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 45 latest salaries received from Category Head...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
14 -
16
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
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₹45 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr | |
8 -
11
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
|
₹48.5 L/yr - ₹56 L/yr | |
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12 -
14
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹36 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr | |
13 -
15
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹81 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr | |
14 -
20
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹51.5 L/yr - ₹64 L/yr | |
14 -
15
yrs
exp.
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₹40.5 L/yr - ₹51.8 L/yr | |
13 -
14
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹48 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr | |
9 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹55.1 L/yr - ₹60.9 L/yr | |
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0 -
11
yrs
exp.
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₹19.4 L/yr - ₹24.8 L/yr | |
14 -
15
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹42.3 L/yr - ₹54.1 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Category Head Marketings
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Vini Cosmetics
Category Head Marketing
15 years exp.
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Lotte India Corporation
Category Head Marketing
16 years exp.
1mo ago
Marico
Category Head Marketing
13 years exp.
1mo ago
Reliance Retail
Category Head Marketing
12 years exp.
2mo ago
Lupin
Category Head Marketing
15 years exp.
3mo ago
MTR Foods
Category Head Marketing
14 years exp.
6mo ago
Lotte India Corporation
Category Head Marketing
15 years exp.
7mo ago
Mars
Category Head Marketing
13 years exp.
9mo ago
Lotte India Corporation
Category Head Marketing
15 years exp.
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Category Head Marketing salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
5
years
(1
salaries)
|  ₹0.8 L/yr - ₹0.8 L/yr |
7
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹48 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr |
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| |
8
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹25.2 L/yr - ₹48.5 L/yr |
9
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹25.2 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
10
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹26 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr |
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| ₹7 L/yr - ₹50.2 L/yr |
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20
years
exp.
(1.7L salaries)
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹40.5 L/yr |
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years
exp.
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| ₹3 L/yr - ₹62 L/yr |
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2 -
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years
exp.
(1.3L salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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Category Head Marketing Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Category Head Marketing
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹21.6 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Category Head Marketing
11 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹26 L/yr - ₹76.3 L/yr |
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New Delhi
Category Head Marketing
9 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹27 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
Chennai
Category Head Marketing
14 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹45 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Category Head Marketing
8 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹44 L/yr - ₹79.5 L/yr |
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Category Head Marketing Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
FMCG Category Head Marketing
9 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹36 L/yr - ₹78 L/yr |
Manufacturing Category Head Marketing
8 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹25.2 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
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Beauty & Personal Care Category Head Marketing
8 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹48.5 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr |
Food Processing Category Head Marketing
11 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹26 L/yr - ₹79.5 L/yr |
Retail Category Head Marketing
8 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹33 L/yr - ₹76.3 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Category Head Marketing Salaries
What is the salary of a Category Head Marketing in India?
The salary of a Category Head Marketing in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Category Head Marketing salaries ranges from ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹81.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹81.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹47.0 Lakhs to ₹86.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 45 salaries received from various Category Head Marketings across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹81.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹47.0 Lakhs to ₹86.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 45 salaries received from various Category Head Marketings across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Category Head Marketing in India?
The annual salary for Category Head Marketing in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Category Head Marketing are
Salary expectations for Category Head Marketing may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Mumbai | ₹21.6 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹76.3 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in New Delhi | ₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Chennai | ₹45.0 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹44.0 Lakhs to ₹79.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Category Head Marketing in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Category Head Marketing in India are:
| Category Head Marketing Salary in FMCG | ₹36.0 Lakhs to ₹78.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Manufacturing | ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Beauty & Personal Care | ₹48.5 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Food Processing | ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹79.5 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Marketing Salary in Retail | ₹33.0 Lakhs to ₹76.3 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Category Head Marketing in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Category Head Marketing salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Category Head Marketing take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Category Head Marketing salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 5 years | ₹0.8 Lakhs to ₹0.8 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹48.0 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹48.5 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
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