Game Designer
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• updated:
31 Mar 2025
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Game Designer Salary in India ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹17 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 470 latest salaries received from Game...
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₹3 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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₹8 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr | 2 job openings |
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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | 4 job openings |
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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | |
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₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr | |
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₹20 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr | 6 job openings |
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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Game Designers
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HFG Entertainments
Game Designer
1 year exp.
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FiftyFive Technologies
Game Designer
1 year exp.
4d ago
Freelancer.com
Game Designer
3 years exp.
1w ago
Red Apple Technologies
Game Designer
3 years exp.
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FirstCry
Game Designer
6 years exp.
1w ago
Codingkart IT Services
Game Designer
1 year exp.
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GameADzone
Game Designer
2 years exp.
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GameADzone
Game Designer
7 months exp.
1w ago
Gameium
Game Designer
2 years exp.
2w ago
Rovoox
Game Designer
4 years exp.
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Game Designer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Fresher
(68
salaries)
|  ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
1
year
(101
salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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2
years
(91
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr |
3
years
(75
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
4
years
(44
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
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Game Designer Jobs in India
Game Designer
· 2-7 years
UBISOFT Entertainment India Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
Game Designer
· 2-4 years
Zynga Inc.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Game Designer
· 2-4 years
PlaySimple Games
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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Game Designer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
Game Designer
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7
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
Chennai
Game Designer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Game Designer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
Pune
Game Designer
0 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr |
Mumbai
Game Designer
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
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Game Designer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
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Gaming Game Designer
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8
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| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
Internet Game Designer
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8
years
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| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting Game Designer
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7
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
Software Product Game Designer
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6
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹23.1 L/yr |
Financial Services Game Designer
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7
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Game Designer Salaries
What is the salary of a Game Designer in India?
The salary of a Game Designer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Game Designer salaries ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 470 salaries received from various Game Designers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 470 salaries received from various Game Designers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Game Designer in India?
The annual salary for Game Designer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Game Designer are
Salary expectations for Game Designer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Game Designer Salary in Pune | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹10.4 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in New Delhi | ₹0.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Game Designer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Game Designer in India are:
| Game Designer Salary in Gaming | ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Media & Entertainment / Publishing | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Software Product | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹23.1 Lakhs per year |
| Game Designer Salary in Internet | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as Game Designer?
Fresher salaries for Game Designer in India typically range from ₹0.3 Lakhs to ₹12 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 Game Designer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Game Designer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Game Designer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Game Designer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹0.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.3 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
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