Head Research and Development
Annual salary range
₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹67.2 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byHead Research and Development Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 326
latest salaries
• updated:
15 Mar 2025
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Head Research and Development Salary in India ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹67.2 Lakhs for 3 years of experience to 25 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 326 latest salaries received from Head...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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21 -
24
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹32 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr | |
14 -
27
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹21 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
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26 -
29
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹32 L/yr - ₹63 L/yr | |
21 -
27
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹12.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
2 -
5
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹8.2 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr | |
18 -
22
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr | |
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11
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹13.3 L/yr - ₹28.3 L/yr | |
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4 -
6
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
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2 -
4
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹6.9 L/yr | |
10 -
12
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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21 years exp.
5d ago
Leeford Healthcare
Head Research and Development
12 years exp.
6d ago
Standard Surfactants
Head Research and Development
18 years exp.
6d ago
Orient Electric
Head Research and Development
21 years exp.
1w ago
Green Grahi
Head Research and Development
15 years exp.
1w ago
V-ensure Pharma Technologies
Head Research and Development
22 years exp.
1w ago
Saarloha Advanced Materials
Head Research and Development
17 years exp.
1w ago
SNL Crafted Technologies and Engineering
Head Research and Development
7 years exp.
1w ago
Venkatesh Food Industries
Head Research and Development
6 years exp.
1w ago
Flamingo Pharmaceuticals
Head Research and Development
21 years exp.
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Head Research and Development salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(1
salaries)
|  ₹8.3 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
4
years
(7
salaries)
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
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| |
5
years
(15
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr |
6
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr |
7
years
(12
salaries)
| ₹3.7 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Head Research and Development Jobs in India
Head Research and Development
· 9-14 years
Repin Masterbatches
₹8
L/yr
- ₹12
L/yr
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Head Research and Development
· 10-20 years
Sirveen Control Systems
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Head Research and Development
· 10-20 years
Fishfa Rubbers Ltd.
Rajkot
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| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Head Research and Development Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Head Research and Development
4 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Head Research and Development
4 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹9 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Head Research and Development
5 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Chennai
Head Research and Development
5 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹0.8 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Pune
Head Research and Development
6 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹67.2 L/yr |
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Head Research and Development Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Manufacturing Head Research and Development
3 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹0.7 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr |
Healthcare / Pharma Head Research and Development
6 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr |
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Pharma Head Research and Development
10 -
25
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Head Research and Development
6 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹14.8 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Consumer goods Head Research and Development
10 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Head Research and Development Salaries
What is the salary of a Head Research and Development in India?
Salary for a Head Research and Development in India ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹67.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 326 latest salaries received from various Head Research and Developments across industries.
What is the starting salary for a Head Research and Development in India?
Average starting Salary for Head Research and Development in India is around ₹4.5 Lakhs per year (₹37.5k per month). 3 years of minimum experience is required to be a Head Research and Development.
What are the top paying industries for Head Research and Development in India?
- Chemicals - ₹10.0 Lakhs to 123.0 Lakhs per year
- Auto Components - ₹11.0 Lakhs to 75.0 Lakhs per year
- Pharma - ₹8.0 Lakhs to 94.0 Lakhs per year
- IT Services & Consulting - ₹6.0 Lakhs to 70.0 Lakhs per year
- Industrial Machinery - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 70.0 Lakhs per year
What are the top paying cities for Head Research and Development in India?
- New Delhi - ₹3.0 Lakhs to 100.0 Lakhs per year
- Pune - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 79.0 Lakhs per year
- Mumbai - ₹0.5 Lakhs to 150.0 Lakhs per year
- Bangalore / Bengaluru - ₹5.6 Lakhs to 100.0 Lakhs per year
- Hyderabad / Secunderabad - ₹2.1 Lakhs to 65.0 Lakhs per year
What are the popular/top skills required to become a Head Research and Development?
These are the top skills of a Head Research and Development based on 5 jobs posted by employers.
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Data Entry
- Quality Control
- Product Design
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