Category Head
Annual salary range
₹5.4 Lakhs - ₹75 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byCategory Head Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 1.4k
latest salaries
• updated:
21 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
Category Head Salary in India ranges between ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹75 Lakhs for 5 years of experience to 18 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.4k latest salaries received from Category Head.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
Amazon Category Head Salary
9 years exp |  | |
Pidilite Industries Category Head Salary
9 years exp | | |
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9 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
10 -
17
yrs
exp.
(43 salaries)
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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹58.4 L/yr | |
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6 -
15
yrs
exp.
(41 salaries)
|
₹24 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr | |
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8 -
15
yrs
exp.
(21 salaries)
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₹40 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr | |
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8 -
13
yrs
exp.
(20 salaries)
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₹25.5 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr | |
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4 -
12
yrs
exp.
(19 salaries)
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₹21 L/yr - ₹50.7 L/yr | |
6 -
12
yrs
exp.
(18 salaries)
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₹25 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr | |
2 -
9
yrs
exp.
(17 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr | |
3 -
11
yrs
exp.
(16 salaries)
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr | |
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8 -
18
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹44 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr | |
5 -
19
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
|
₹15.8 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr | |
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Pai International
Category Head
5 years exp.
2d ago
Inbrew Beverages
Category Head
14 years exp.
2d ago
Myk Laticrete
Category Head
16 years exp.
3d ago
IndustryBuying.com
Category Head
8 years exp.
4d ago
1 India Family Mart
Category Head
9 years exp.
4d ago
Motul
Category Head
14 years exp.
6d ago
Ajio Business
Category Head
12 years exp.
6d ago
WayCool Foods and Products
Category Head
8 years exp.
1w ago
Rishab World
Category Head
12 years exp.
1w ago
CK Birla Group
Category Head
12 years exp.
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Category Head salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
5
years
(82
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
6
years
(98
salaries)
| ₹4.4 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
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7
years
(115
salaries)
| ₹5 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
8
years
(123
salaries)
| ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹58 L/yr |
9
years
(135
salaries)
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
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Category Head Jobs in India
Category Head
· 10-20 years
Dainik Bhaskar Group
Bhopal
Category Head
· 10-12 years
zyduswellness
Ahmedabad
Category Head
· 9-14 years
Luminous Power Technologies
New Delhi
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Category Head Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹75 L/yr |
Mumbai
Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹80 L/yr |
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New Delhi
Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹7.8 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹11.7 L/yr - ₹69.6 L/yr |
Noida
Category Head
5 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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Category Head Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Internet Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr |
Retail Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹93 L/yr |
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Fashion & Textile Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹5.5 L/yr - ₹57.5 L/yr |
Manufacturing Category Head
5 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹13.2 L/yr - ₹95 L/yr |
Consumer goods Category Head
5 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹97 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Category Head Salaries
What is the salary of a Category Head in India?
The salary of a Category Head in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Category Head salaries ranges from ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.4k salaries received from various Category Heads across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.4k salaries received from various Category Heads across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Category Heads?
Category Head Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Amazon Category Head Salary | ₹40 Lakhs to ₹75 Lakhs per year |
| Pidilite Industries Category Head Salary | ₹44 Lakhs to ₹1.1 Lakhs per year |
| Udaan Category Head Salary | ₹37.5 Lakhs to ₹90.3 Lakhs per year |
| Flipkart Category Head Salary | ₹40 Lakhs to ₹48.5 Lakhs per year |
| Tata CLiQ Category Head Salary | ₹35.7 Lakhs to ₹45.6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Category Head in India?
The annual salary for Category Head in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Category Head are
Salary expectations for Category Head may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Category Head Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Mumbai | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in New Delhi | ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹11.7 Lakhs to ₹69.6 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Noida | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Category Head in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Category Head in India are:
| Category Head Salary in Internet | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Retail | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹93.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Fashion & Textile | ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹57.5 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Manufacturing | ₹13.2 Lakhs to ₹95.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Head Salary in Consumer goods | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Category Head in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Category Head salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Category Head take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Category Head salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 5 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹58.0 Lakhs per year |
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