Category Manager
Annual salary range
₹5.1 Lakhs - ₹32 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byCategory Manager Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 7.5k
latest salaries
• updated:
19 Mar 2025
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Category Manager Salary in India ranges between ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹32 Lakhs for 2 years of experience to 13 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 7.5k latest salaries received from Category Manager.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
Amazon Category Manager Salary
5 years exp |  | 13 job openings |
PhonePe Category Manager Salary
5 years exp | | 2 job openings |
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5 years exp | | |
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5 years exp | | 2 job openings |
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₹11 L/yr - ₹33.7 L/yr | |
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₹8 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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₹11 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
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(172 salaries)
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₹14.2 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr | 13 job openings |
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(167 salaries)
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | |
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8
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(142 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹20.2 L/yr | |
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(106 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
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(106 salaries)
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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15
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exp.
(98 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr | 5 job openings |
Latest annual salaries shared by Category Managers
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Zepto
Category Manager
5 years exp.
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Redington
Category Manager
10 years exp.
2d ago
Moglix
Category Manager
4 years exp.
2d ago
IndustryBuying.com
Category Manager
7 years exp.
2d ago
IndustryBuying.com
Category Manager
7 years exp.
2d ago
Svitzer
Category Manager
11 years exp.
2d ago
Welspun
Category Manager
4 years exp.
2d ago
Vedantu
Category Manager
7 years exp.
2d ago
Zepto
Category Manager
5 years exp.
3d ago
Urban Company
Category Manager
2 years exp.
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Category Manager salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
2
years
(666
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
3
years
(839
salaries)
| ₹4.6 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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4
years
(1k
salaries)
| ₹5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
5
years
(1.1k
salaries)
| ₹5.1 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
6
years
(837
salaries)
| ₹5.8 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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Category Manager Jobs in India
Category Manager
· 2-10 years
Amazon India Software Dev Centre Pvt Ltd
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Category Manager
· 6-8 years
Cargill
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Category Manager
· 10-20 years
Lumen Technologies
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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• posted on 09 Dec 2024
Likes
Salary comes on time, good working environment.
- Company culture - Good
+1 more
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• posted on 20 Dec 2024
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Category Manager Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹6.7 L/yr - ₹32.5 L/yr |
Mumbai
Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
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New Delhi
Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹4.3 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
Noida
Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr |
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Category Manager Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Internet Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹6.2 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
Retail Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹32.8 L/yr |
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Fashion & Textile Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹6.1 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹5.8 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr |
Consumer Electronics & Appliances Category Manager
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Category Manager Salaries
What is the salary of a Category Manager in India?
The salary of a Category Manager in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Category Manager salaries ranges from ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹19.6 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 7.5k salaries received from various Category Managers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹19.6 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 7.5k salaries received from various Category Managers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Category Managers?
Category Manager 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 Manager Salary | ₹19.6 Lakhs to ₹48 Lakhs per year |
| PhonePe Category Manager Salary | ₹21 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year |
| ITC Category Manager Salary | ₹15.4 Lakhs to ₹45.2 Lakhs per year |
| Jumbotail Technologies Category Manager Salary | ₹15.4 Lakhs to ₹28 Lakhs per year |
| Meesho Category Manager Salary | ₹15 Lakhs to ₹34.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Category Manager in India?
The annual salary for Category Manager in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Category Manager are
Salary expectations for Category Manager may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Category Manager Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹32.5 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in Mumbai | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in New Delhi | ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in Noida | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹22.6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Category Manager in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Category Manager in India are:
| Category Manager Salary in Internet | ₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in Retail | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹32.8 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in Fashion & Textile | ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year |
| Category Manager Salary in Consumer Electronics & Appliances | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Category Manager in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Category Manager salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Category Manager take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Category Manager salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 2 years | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
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