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Chief Scientist Salary in India (Updated 2025)

based on 44 latest salaries • updated: 11 Mar 2025
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Annual salary range

₹1 Lakh - ₹93 Lakhs

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Chief Scientist Salary in India ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹93 Lakhs for 7 years of experience to 32 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 44 latest salaries received from Chief Scientist.

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CQRL BITS

Chief Scientist

23 years exp.

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MyoWorks

Chief Scientist

8 years exp.

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TNQ Tech Private Limited

Chief Scientist

23 years exp.

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SABIC

Chief Scientist

22 years exp.

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Tojo Vikas Biotech

Chief Scientist

14 years exp.

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Genespy Research Services

Chief Scientist

13 years exp.

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Wapcos

Chief Scientist

17 years exp.

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LEVIM BIOTECH LLP

Chief Scientist

17 years exp.

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Prosetta Bioconformatics

Chief Scientist

14 years exp.

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Csir -nal

Chief Scientist

31 years exp.

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Chief Scientist salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
7 years
(3 salaries)
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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr

8 years
(1 salaries)
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₹12.6 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr

9 years
(2 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

10 years
(2 salaries)
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₹18 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr

12 years
(1 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

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1 - 13 years exp.
(8.1k salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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1 - 8 years exp.
(19.2k salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

Executive Salary
1 - 9 years exp.
(1.7L salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr

Associate Salary
0 - 8 years exp.
(2.3L salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr

Officer Salary
1 - 10 years exp.
(61k salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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Chief Scientist Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Chief Scientist
10 - 31 years exp.
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₹1 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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16 - 32 years exp.
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₹20.1 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

Chennai
Chief Scientist
23 - 28 years exp.
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₹45 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr

Mumbai
Chief Scientist
7 - 8 years exp.
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₹11.3 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr

Lucknow
Chief Scientist
29 - 32 years exp.
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₹22.5 L/yr - ₹28.8 L/yr

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Chief Scientist Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Education & Training

Chief Scientist
28 - 32 years exp.
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₹25 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

Government

Chief Scientist
28 - 32 years exp.
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₹25 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

Biotech & Life sciences

Chief Scientist
7 - 31 years exp.
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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

Pharma

Chief Scientist
16 - 30 years exp.
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₹40.2 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr

Clinical Research

Chief Scientist
16 - 19 years exp.
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₹40.2 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Chief Scientist Salaries

What is the salary of a Chief Scientist in India?
The salary of a Chief Scientist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, Chief Scientist salaries ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹93.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹93.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 44 salaries received from various Chief Scientists across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Chief Scientist in India?
The annual salary for Chief Scientist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Chief Scientist are
Chief Scientist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ₹20.1 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Chennai ₹45.0 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Mumbai ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Lucknow ₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹28.8 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for Chief Scientist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for Chief Scientist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Chief Scientist in India are:
Chief Scientist Salary in Education & Training ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Government ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Biotech & Life sciences ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Pharma ₹40.2 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year
Chief Scientist Salary in Clinical Research ₹40.2 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
How does experience affect salaries of a Chief Scientist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Chief Scientist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Chief Scientist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Chief Scientist salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
7 years ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹12.6 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year
10 years ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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