Head Research and Development
Annual salary range
₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹65 Lakhs
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Head Research and Development Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
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Experience wise Head Research and Development salaries
| Years of experience | Avg. Annual Salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(1
salaries)
|  Unlock₹8.3 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
4
years
(7
salaries)
| Unlock ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
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5
years
(15
salaries)
| Unlock ₹4 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr |
6
years
(10
salaries)
| Unlock ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr |
7
years
(12
salaries)
| Unlock ₹3.7 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Head Research and Development Salary in
India ranges between ₹4.5
Lakhs to ₹65
Lakhs for
3 years of experience to 25 years of experience
. Salary estimates are based on
318 latest salaries received
from Head Research and Development.
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Head Research and Development salaries in different departments
| Department | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
Research & Development
Head Research and Development Salary
4 - 25
years
exp.
(185
salaries)
| Unlock ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
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Engineering - Software & QA
Head Research and Development Salary
10 - 21
years
exp.
(14
salaries)
| Unlock ₹5.6 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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2d ago
Biosyn Research Chemicals
Head Research and Development
21 years exp.
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5d ago
Leeford Healthcare
Head Research and Development
12 years exp.
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6d ago
Standard Surfactants
Head Research and Development
18 years exp.
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6d ago
Orient Electric
Head Research and Development
21 years exp.
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1w ago
Green Grahi
Head Research and Development
15 years exp.
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1w ago
V-ensure Pharma Technologies
Head Research and Development
22 years exp.
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1w ago
Saarloha Advanced Materials
Head Research and Development
17 years exp.
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1w ago
SNL Crafted Technologies and Engineering
Head Research and Development
7 years exp.
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1w ago
Venkatesh Food Industries
Head Research and Development
6 years exp.
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1w ago
Flamingo Pharmaceuticals
Head Research and Development
21 years exp.
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| Company Name | Avg Annual Salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
21 -
24
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
|
₹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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5 -
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)
|
₹20 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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
· 6-8 years
Bi Paints
Surat
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years
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| Unlock ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
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years
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| Unlock ₹3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
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| Unlock ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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| Unlock ₹5.6 L/yr - ₹22.5 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.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
Head Research and Development
4 -
20
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹9 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Head Research and Development
5 -
24
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Pune
Head Research and Development
6 -
22
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹12 L/yr - ₹67.2 L/yr |
Chennai
Head Research and Development
8 -
25
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹0.8 L/yr - ₹60 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.
| Unlock ₹0.7 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr |
Pharma Head Research and Development
10 -
25
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹12 L/yr - ₹67.5 L/yr |
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Healthcare / Pharma Head Research and Development
6 -
25
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹1 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr |
Food Processing Head Research and Development
3 -
23
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹7.8 L/yr - ₹79 L/yr |
Consumer goods Head Research and Development
10 -
24
years
exp.
| Unlock ₹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 ₹65.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 318 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
- Pharma - ₹8.0 Lakhs to 94.0 Lakhs per year
- IT Services & Consulting - ₹6.0 Lakhs to 70.0 Lakhs per year
- Auto Components - ₹11.0 Lakhs to 75.0 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
- Bangalore / Bengaluru - ₹5.6 Lakhs to 100.0 Lakhs per year
- Mumbai - ₹0.5 Lakhs to 150.0 Lakhs per year
- Hyderabad / Secunderabad - ₹2.1 Lakhs to 65.0 Lakhs per year
- Chennai - ₹0.4 Lakhs to 95.0 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 6 jobs posted by employers.
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Data Entry
- Quality Control
- Product Design
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