Chief Scientific Officer
Annual salary range
₹7 Lakhs - ₹1 Crore
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Filter salaries byChief Scientific Officer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 47
latest salaries
• updated:
18 Mar 2025
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Chief Scientific Officer Salary in India ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹1 Crore for 3 years of experience to 28 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 47 latest salaries received from Chief Scientific...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
16 -
19
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹60 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr | |
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7 -
15
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr | |
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28 -
29
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹40.5 L/yr - ₹51.8 L/yr | |
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26 -
28
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹1 Cr/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr | |
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20 -
24
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹42 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr | |
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13 -
18
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr | |
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15 -
18
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹21.2 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
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3 -
6
yrs
exp.
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₹18.9 L/yr - ₹24.2 L/yr | |
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20 -
30
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹24.8 L/yr - ₹31.6 L/yr | |
18 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹37.8 L/yr - ₹48.3 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Chief Scientific Officers
2w ago
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
Chief Scientific Officer
16 years exp.
1mo ago
Ramaiah Advanced Testing Laboratory
Chief Scientific Officer
15 years exp.
2mo ago
Zenfold Sustainable Technologies
Chief Scientific Officer
19 years exp.
2mo ago
Molecules Biolabs
Chief Scientific Officer
4 years exp.
3mo ago
Akseera Pharma Corp
Chief Scientific Officer
19 years exp.
3mo ago
Bombay Hemp Company
Chief Scientific Officer
8 years exp.
3mo ago
Immence Life Sciences
Chief Scientific Officer
6 years exp.
3mo ago
InSilicoMinds
Chief Scientific Officer
15 years exp.
4mo ago
Indus Biotech
Chief Scientific Officer
24 years exp.
5mo ago
Answer Genomics
Chief Scientific Officer
13 years exp.
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Chief Scientific Officer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(1
salaries)
|  ₹18 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
4
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹12.1 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
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5
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
6
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
7
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
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Chief Scientific Officer Jobs in India
Chief Scientific Officer
· 22-28 years
Profile Hr Consultants
₹45
L/yr
- ₹80
L/yr
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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Chief Scientific Officer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Chief Scientific Officer
3 -
28
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Mumbai
Chief Scientific Officer
18 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹40 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Pune
Chief Scientific Officer
13 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Chief Scientific Officer
15 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹24 L/yr - ₹95 L/yr |
Chennai
Chief Scientific Officer
16 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹74 L/yr |
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Chief Scientific Officer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Internet Chief Scientific Officer
3 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
Pharma Chief Scientific Officer
16 -
28
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Biotechnology Chief Scientific Officer
5 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
Biotech & Life sciences Chief Scientific Officer
5 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
Manufacturing Chief Scientific Officer
20 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹96 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Chief Scientific Officer Salaries
What is the salary of a Chief Scientific Officer in India?
The salary of a Chief Scientific Officer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Chief Scientific Officer salaries ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 47 salaries received from various Chief Scientific Officers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 47 salaries received from various Chief Scientific Officers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Chief Scientific Officer in India?
The annual salary for Chief Scientific Officer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Chief Scientific Officer are
Salary expectations for Chief Scientific Officer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Mumbai | ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Pune | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹95.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Chennai | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹74.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Chief Scientific Officer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Chief Scientific Officer in India are:
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Internet | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Pharma | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Biotechnology | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Biotech & Life sciences | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year |
| Chief Scientific Officer Salary in Manufacturing | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹96.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Chief Scientific Officer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Chief Scientific Officer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Chief Scientific Officer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Chief Scientific Officer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹12.1 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹0.5 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
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