Defence
Annual salary range
₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹15.5 Lakhs
Very High Confidence 
Very High Confidence means the data is based on a large number of latest salaries.
Get AmbitionBox App
Faster and better experience!
AmbitionBox
Search
Reviews
- Reviews
- Salaries
- Interview Questions
- About Company
- Benefits
- Jobs
- Office Photos
- Community
Filter salaries byDefence Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 605
latest salaries
• updated:
18 Mar 2025
Select an experience to get the exact salary
Salary of majority employees
Defence Salary in India ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs for 4 years of experience to 24 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 605 latest salaries received from Defence.
| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
Indian Navy Defence Salary
15 years exp |  | |
Indian Air Force Defence Salary
15 years exp | | |
 Defence Salary
15 years exp | | |
 Defence Salary
15 years exp | | |
 Defence Salary
15 years exp | | |
Is this list helpful? | ||
View more companies
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
|
15 -
29
yrs
exp.
(217 salaries)
|
₹2.9 L/yr - ₹12.7 L/yr | |
|
17 -
23
yrs
exp.
(84 salaries)
|
₹6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr | |
Login to view exact salary
| ||
|
13 -
20
yrs
exp.
(75 salaries)
|
₹4.4 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr | |
16 -
23
yrs
exp.
(17 salaries)
|
₹4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr | |
|
5 -
29
yrs
exp.
(13 salaries)
|
₹3.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr | |
|
6 -
20
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
|
₹4.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr | |
9 -
26
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
|
₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr | |
|
15 -
26
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
|
₹0.5 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr | |
Login to view exact salary
| ||
13 -
28
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
|
₹5 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Defences
3d ago
Indian Air Force
Defence
22 years exp.
1w ago
Indian Air Force
Defence
20 years exp.
1w ago
Indian Navy
Defence
15 years exp.
2w ago
Indian Air Force
Defence
23 years exp.
2w ago
Indian Air Force
Defence
18 years exp.
3w ago
Indian Army
Defence
20 years exp.
3w ago
Defence Services academy
Defence
22 years exp.
4w ago
Yashoda Hospitals
Defence
19 years exp.
1mo ago
Air Force Association
Defence
20 years exp.
1mo ago
Border Security Force
Defence
12 years exp.
View all latest salaries
Defence salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
4
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr |
5
years
(20
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹40.1 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
6
years
(8
salaries)
| ₹0.4 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
7
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr |
8
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹0.6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
View all salaries by experience
Defence Jobs in India
Defence
· 5-9 years
Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd
Chennai
Defence
· 14-22 years
Capegemini
Defence
· 5-10 years
Sone India Group Of Industries
Lucknow
Salary related reviews by similar designations like Defence
Indian Army
Defence
• posted on 22 Jul 2021
Likes
...gement is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus every year.
read more- Salary - Excellent
+5 more
Dislikes
Not at all
Indian Air Force
Defence
• posted on 23 Apr 2022
- Salary - Good
+5 more
Dislikes
Every type of job other than trade job.
Top skills for Defence
Defence Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Defence
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
Kolkata
Defence
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
Mumbai
Defence
13 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Pune
Defence
4 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Defence
10 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
View More
Defence Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Federal Agencies Defence
6 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Defence & Aerospace Defence
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
Government Defence
6 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Engineering & Construction Defence
4 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
Airlines / Aviation / Aerospace Defence
15 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
View More
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Defence Salaries
What is the salary of a Defence in India?
The salary of a Defence in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Defence salaries ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 605 salaries received from various Defences across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 605 salaries received from various Defences across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Defences?
Defence Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Indian Navy Defence Salary | ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year |
| Indian Air Force Defence Salary | ₹6 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year |
| Border Security Force Defence Salary | ₹6 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs per year |
| Indian Army Defence Salary | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.7 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Security Corps Defence Salary | ₹4 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Defence in India?
The annual salary for Defence in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Defence are
Salary expectations for Defence may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Defence Salary in New Delhi | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Kolkata | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Pune | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Defence in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Defence in India are:
| Defence Salary in Federal Agencies | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Defence & Aerospace | ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Government | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Salary in Airlines / Aviation / Aerospace | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Defence in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Defence salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Defence take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Defence salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 4 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹40.1 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹0.4 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year |
Tell us how to improve this page.
- Home >
- Salaries >
- Defence Salary
Rate your company