Design Lead
Annual salary range
₹4.2 Lakhs - ₹25.5 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byDesign Lead Salary in Chennai (Updated 2025)
based on 118
latest salaries
• updated:
16 Mar 2025
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Design Lead Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs for 4 years of experience to 15 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 118 latest salaries received from Design Lead.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Nihilent Design Lead Salary
8 years exp |  | |
Tessolve Semiconductor Design Lead Salary
8 years exp | | |
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8 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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₹8.5 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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Chennai
(6 salaries)
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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
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19
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Chennai
(5 salaries)
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₹19.7 L/yr - ₹25.1 L/yr | |
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8
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Chennai
(5 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
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11
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Chennai
(5 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
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17
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹14 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr | |
7 yrs
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹9.9 L/yr - ₹12.7 L/yr | |
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11
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exp.
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹9.7 L/yr - ₹13.1 L/yr | |
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15 -
18
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exp.
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹22 L/yr - ₹25.2 L/yr | |
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9
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr | |
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Design Lead salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr |
4
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
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5
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr |
6
years
(16
salaries)
| ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹23.6 L/yr |
7
years
(13
salaries)
| ₹7.8 L/yr - ₹23.6 L/yr |
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· 9-13 years
Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
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· 5-8 years
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Pune
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· 5-10 years
Wipro Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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• posted on 04 Feb 2025
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• posted on 06 Jan 2024
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• posted on 26 Sep 2023
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Design Lead Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Design Lead
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹5.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Mumbai
Design Lead
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹5.3 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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New Delhi
Design Lead
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹5.7 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Design Lead
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹6.3 L/yr - ₹33.7 L/yr |
Pune
Design Lead
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹5.8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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Design Lead Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Internet Design Lead
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹5.8 L/yr - ₹44 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Design Lead
4 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Software Product Design Lead
4 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹44 L/yr |
Financial Services Design Lead
4 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Design Lead
4 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹44 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Design Lead Salaries
What is the salary of a Design Lead in India?
The salary of a Design Lead in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Design Lead salaries ranges from ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹33.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 118 salaries received from various Design Leads across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹33.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 118 salaries received from various Design Leads across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Design Leads?
Design Lead Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Nihilent Design Lead Salary | ₹15 Lakhs to ₹33.5 Lakhs per year |
| Tessolve Semiconductor Design Lead Salary | ₹11 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year |
| Addverb Technologies Design Lead Salary | ₹12.4 Lakhs to ₹15.8 Lakhs per year |
| Valeo Design Lead Salary | ₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year |
| TCS Design Lead Salary | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Design Lead in India?
The annual salary for Design Lead in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Design Lead are
Salary expectations for Design Lead may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Design Lead Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹33.7 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Kolkata | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Noida | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Coimbatore | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Design Lead in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Design Lead in India are:
| Design Lead Salary in Manufacturing | ₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹44.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Financial Services | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Lead Salary in Industrial Machinery | ₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹29.2 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Design Lead in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Design Lead salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Design Lead take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Design Lead salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹23.6 Lakhs per year |
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