HOD
Annual salary range
₹1.8 Lakh - ₹30 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byHOD Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 1.4k
latest salaries
• updated:
21 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
HOD Salary in India ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹30 Lakhs for 4 years of experience to 24 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.4k latest salaries received from HOD.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
5 -
12
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
|
₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
5 -
11
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹2.4 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr | |
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7 -
10
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr | |
18 -
22
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
|
₹5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
5 -
15
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹2.4 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr | |
6 -
15
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
18 -
30
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹16.2 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr | |
3 -
14
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹3.2 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr | |
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4 -
19
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹5.7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr | |
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3 -
9
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
|
₹0.8 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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6 years exp.
1w ago
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7 years exp.
1w ago
St. Joseph's School
HOD
10 years exp.
1w ago
K J Steel Rolling Mills
HOD
9 years exp.
1w ago
Shriram Life Insurance
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5 years exp.
1w ago
Sunren Automotive
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17 years exp.
1w ago
Roofings Rolling Mills
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13 years exp.
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HOD salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
4
years
(58
salaries)
|  ₹2 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
5
years
(85
salaries)
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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| |
6
years
(77
salaries)
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
7
years
(79
salaries)
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
8
years
(65
salaries)
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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HOD Jobs in India
HOD
· 8-13 years
TECH MAHINDRA FOUNDATION
Mohali
HOD
· 5-10 years
Venkateshwara group of Instituions
Meerut
HOD
· 10-15 years
OLIVEMOUNT GLOBAL SCHOOL
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Top skills for HOD
HOD Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
HOD
4 -
23
years
exp.
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Mumbai
HOD
4 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
HOD
4 -
23
years
exp.
| ₹0.6 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Pune
HOD
4 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
HOD
4 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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HOD Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Education & Training HOD
4 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹1.3 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
Manufacturing HOD
4 -
23
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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Engineering & Construction HOD
6 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Healthcare / Pharma HOD
4 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr |
Financial Services HOD
4 -
23
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about HOD Salaries
What is the salary of a HOD in India?
The salary of a HOD in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, HOD salaries ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.4k salaries received from various HODs across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.4k salaries received from various HODs across industries.
What are the top paying cities for HOD in India?
The annual salary for HOD in India varies by location. Top paying cities for HOD are
Salary expectations for HOD may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| HOD Salary in New Delhi | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹0.6 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Pune | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for HOD in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for HOD in India are:
| HOD Salary in Education & Training | ₹1.3 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Manufacturing | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Healthcare / Pharma | ₹0.5 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year |
| HOD Salary in Financial Services | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a HOD in India?
Experience significantly impacts a HOD salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as HOD take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
HOD salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 4 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹0.5 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹0.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
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