Chemical Engineer
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• updated:
18 Mar 2025
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Chemical Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹10 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 3.5k latest salaries received from Chemical...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Honeywell Uop Chemical Engineer Salary
3 years exp |  | |
Reliance Industries Chemical Engineer Salary
3 years exp | | |
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3 years exp | | |
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3 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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(7 salaries)
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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹3.1 L/yr | |
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₹6.9 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr | |
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(6 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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₹2 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr | |
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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(6 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹3.7 L/yr | |
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12
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(6 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr | |
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IG Petrochemicals
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3 years exp.
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IG Petrochemicals
Chemical Engineer
5 years exp.
3d ago
Calcutta Institute of Technology
Chemical Engineer
1 year exp.
4d ago
Hindalco Industries
Chemical Engineer
2 years exp.
4d ago
Atul
Chemical Engineer
1 year exp.
5d ago
SAI Life Sciences
Chemical Engineer
3 years exp.
5d ago
Birla Cellulose
Chemical Engineer
5 years exp.
5d ago
Amoli Organics
Chemical Engineer
2 years exp.
5d ago
Grasim Industries
Chemical Engineer
6 years exp.
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Chemical Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Fresher
(449
salaries)
| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹11.4 L/yr |
1
year
(699
salaries)
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
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2
years
(652
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
3
years
(546
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr |
4
years
(401
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
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Chemical Engineer Jobs in India
Chemical Engineer
· 0-1 year
Aarti Industries
Navi Mumbai
Chemical Engineer
· 3-5 years
Alembic Pharmaceuticals
Vadodara
Chemical Engineer
· 3-8 years
Honeywell
Gurgaon / Gurugram
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Honeywell Uop
Chemical Engineer
• posted on 04 Jul 2024
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Good compensation, Location, Training, Vision, Leave policy
- Salary - Good
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Dislikes
Work environment, Transit, Benefits, Training, Vision
- Job security - Poor
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IG Petrochemicals
Chemical Engineer
• posted on 08 Aug 2023
Likes
Good exposure to fresher's. Good working culture.
- Salary - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
In plant shutdown, you have to do forcefully 12 hrs duty in minimum compensation upto plant start up activity ( up to 1 month shutdown activity is planned).
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Process Engineer
• posted on 17 Oct 2023
Likes
Secured job, good work life balance. Good for those who have rich experience in their domain and want a steady life
- Job security - Excellent
+1 more
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Low compensation, no appraisals, lack of growth opportunities. Wouldn't recommend joining Mumbai office for people with less than 10 years experience as learning will be flat. Better to join Jamnagar site for learning opportunities.
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Grasim Industries
Junior Engineer
• posted on 22 Mar 2021
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Good work environment and culture. Teammates are supportive and the management is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are average.
read more- Job security - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
There is a lot of politics and the management doesn’t address our issues. Salary is decent but career growth is slow. There is a bond of 2 years before which you cannot resign. On the job training is not given to new joinees.
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Gujarat Fluorochemicals
Shift Engineer
• posted on 01 May 2022
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It's lovely working culture and supportive team members
- Salary - Good
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Chemical Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Chemical Engineer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
Bharuch
Chemical Engineer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.6 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr |
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New Delhi
Chemical Engineer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Chemical Engineer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
Surat
Chemical Engineer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr |
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Chemical Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Manufacturing Chemical Engineer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
Chemicals / Agri Inputs Chemical Engineer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.9 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Chemicals Chemical Engineer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
Pharma Chemical Engineer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr |
Engineering & Construction Chemical Engineer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Chemical Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Chemical Engineer in India?
The salary of a Chemical Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Chemical Engineer salaries ranges from ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 3.5k salaries received from various Chemical Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 3.5k salaries received from various Chemical Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Chemical Engineers?
Chemical Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Honeywell Uop Chemical Engineer Salary | ₹6 Lakhs to ₹14 Lakhs per year |
| Reliance Industries Chemical Engineer Salary | ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year |
| Grasim Industries Chemical Engineer Salary | ₹3 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year |
| IG Petrochemicals Chemical Engineer Salary | ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹5.2 Lakhs per year |
| Gujarat Fluorochemicals Chemical Engineer Salary | ₹2 Lakhs to ₹5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Chemical Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Chemical Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Chemical Engineer are
Salary expectations for Chemical Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Bharuch | ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Surat | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Chemical Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Chemical Engineer in India are:
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Manufacturing | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Chemicals / Agri Inputs | ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Chemicals | ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Pharma | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year |
| Chemical Engineer Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as Chemical Engineer?
Fresher salaries for Chemical Engineer in India typically range from ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹11.4 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 Chemical Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Chemical Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Chemical Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Chemical Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹11.4 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year |
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