Journalist
Annual salary range
₹0.5 Lakh - ₹8.4 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byJournalist Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 770
latest salaries
• updated:
17 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
Journalist Salary in India ranges between ₹0.5 Lakh to ₹8.4 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 12 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 770 latest salaries received from Journalist.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
0 -
15
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
|
₹0.2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
2 -
7
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
|
₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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2 -
12
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
|
₹1.2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr | |
5 -
15
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹2 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
2 -
15
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr | |
3 -
14
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹2.3 L/yr - ₹4.7 L/yr | |
5 -
18
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹3 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr | |
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0 -
10
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
|
₹1 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
|
₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Journalists
4d ago
Puthiya Thalaimurai Tv
Journalist
6 years exp.
5d ago
The Sentinel
Journalist
8 years exp.
1w ago
Kannada Bharathi Press
Journalist
1 year exp.
1w ago
Data Entry
Journalist
1 year exp.
1w ago
Live Trends News
Journalist
1 year exp.
1w ago
The Economic Times
Journalist
1 year exp.
3w ago
CNBC TV18
Journalist
2 years exp.
3w ago
The Earth News
Journalist
3 years exp.
3w ago
MC News
Journalist
6 years exp.
3w ago
Prime9 News
Journalist
6 years exp.
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Journalist salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Fresher
(52
salaries)
|  ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
1
year
(139
salaries)
| ₹0.4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
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| |
2
years
(148
salaries)
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
3
years
(105
salaries)
| ₹0.4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
4
years
(83
salaries)
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Journalist Jobs in India
Journalist
· 2-3 years
YouGov
Mumbai
Journalist
· 3-8 years
Gateway Group
Ahmedabad
Journalist
· 0-3 years
AMG Business Solutions
Kochi
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| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
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8
years
exp.
(2.1k salaries)
| ₹1.4 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr |
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years
exp.
(1.6k salaries)
| ₹1.4 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr |
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Freelancer Salary
1 -
15
years
exp.
(10.2k salaries)
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
Reporter Salary
0 -
12
years
exp.
(607 salaries)
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
News Editor Salary
1 -
19
years
exp.
(379 salaries)
| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹17.7 L/yr |
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Journalist Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Journalist
0 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹0.4 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr |
Kolkata
Journalist
0 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr |
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Mumbai
Journalist
0 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹0.4 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Journalist
0 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Journalist
0 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
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Journalist Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Media & Entertainment / Publishing Journalist
0 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
Printing & Publishing Journalist
0 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr |
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Broadcasting Journalist
0 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
Internet Journalist
0 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr |
Media & Entertainment Journalist
0 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Journalist Salaries
What is the salary of a Journalist in India?
The salary of a Journalist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Journalist salaries ranges from ₹0.5 Lakh to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹0.5 Lakh to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakh to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 770 salaries received from various Journalists across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹0.5 Lakh to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakh to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 770 salaries received from various Journalists across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Journalist in India?
The annual salary for Journalist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Journalist are
Salary expectations for Journalist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Journalist Salary in New Delhi | ₹0.4 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Kolkata | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Mumbai | ₹0.4 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹0.3 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Journalist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Journalist in India are:
| Journalist Salary in Media & Entertainment / Publishing | ₹0.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Printing & Publishing | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Broadcasting | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Internet | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year |
| Journalist Salary in Media & Entertainment | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as Journalist?
Fresher salaries for Journalist in India typically range from ₹0.3 Lakhs to ₹6 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 Journalist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Journalist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Journalist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Journalist salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹0.3 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹0.4 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹0.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹0.4 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year |
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