Lead Research and Development Engineer
Annual salary range
₹12 Lakhs - ₹52 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byLead Research and Development Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 29
latest salaries
• updated:
15 Mar 2025
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Lead Research and Development Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹12 Lakhs to ₹52 Lakhs for 6 years of experience to 12 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 29 latest salaries received from...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
8 -
11
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹33 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | |
7 -
8
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹13.2 L/yr - ₹22.8 L/yr | |
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6 -
15
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹32 L/yr - ₹62 L/yr | |
6 -
8
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr | |
7 -
8
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹22.8 L/yr | |
10 -
12
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹22.2 L/yr - ₹24.6 L/yr | |
7 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹36 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr | |
9 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹36 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr | |
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Fresher
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹11.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr | |
6 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹5.4 L/yr - ₹6.9 L/yr | |
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2mo ago
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9 years exp.
5mo ago
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8 years exp.
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8 years exp.
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10 years exp.
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Lead Research and Development Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(1
salaries)
|  ₹5.5 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr |
6
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹61.5 L/yr |
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| |
7
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹13.2 L/yr - ₹62 L/yr |
8
years
(8
salaries)
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
9
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹32 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Lead Research and Development Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Manufacturing Lead Research and Development Engineer
7 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹13.2 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Lead Research and Development Engineer
7 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹36.6 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting Lead Research and Development Engineer
6 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹32 L/yr - ₹62 L/yr |
Internet Lead Research and Development Engineer
6 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Software Product Lead Research and Development Engineer
7 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lead Research and Development Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Lead Research and Development Engineer in India?
Salary for a Lead Research and Development Engineer in India ranges between ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 29 latest salaries received from various Lead Research and Development Engineers across industries.
What is the starting salary for a Lead Research and Development Engineer in India?
Average starting Salary for Lead Research and Development Engineer in India is around ₹12.0 Lakhs per year (₹1.0L per month). 6 years of minimum experience is required to be a Lead Research and Development Engineer.
What are the top paying industries for Lead Research and Development Engineer in India?
- IT Services & Consulting - ₹32.0 Lakhs to 62.0 Lakhs per year
- Electronics Manufacturing - ₹40.0 Lakhs to 40.0 Lakhs per year
- Telecom - ₹13.2 Lakhs to 22.8 Lakhs per year
- Hardware & Networking - ₹12.0 Lakhs to 28.0 Lakhs per year
- Auto Components - ₹5.5 Lakhs to 12.5 Lakhs per year
What are the top paying cities for Lead Research and Development Engineer in India?
- Noida - ₹15.1 Lakhs to 62.0 Lakhs per year
- Gurgaon / Gurugram - ₹40.0 Lakhs to 40.0 Lakhs per year
- Navi Mumbai - ₹33.0 Lakhs to 40.0 Lakhs per year
- Bangalore / Bengaluru - ₹12.0 Lakhs to 28.0 Lakhs per year
- Pune - ₹6.0 Lakhs to 12.5 Lakhs per year
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