Lead Scientist
Annual salary range
₹7 Lakhs - ₹50 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byLead Scientist Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 175
latest salaries
• updated:
21 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
Lead Scientist Salary in India ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs for 6 years of experience to 20 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 175 latest salaries received from Lead Scientist.
| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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SABIC Lead Scientist Salary
15 years exp |  | |
Huntsman International Lead Scientist Salary
15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
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24
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(24 salaries)
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₹30 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr | |
5 -
14
yrs
exp.
(16 salaries)
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₹13 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr | |
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19
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹10 L/yr - ₹13.1 L/yr | |
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8 -
18
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹18 L/yr - ₹35.8 L/yr | |
8 -
13
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹5.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr | |
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10 -
15
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr | |
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15 -
22
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
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₹19 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr | |
8 -
14
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹24 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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9 -
16
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹10 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr | |
6 -
19
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹17 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Lead Scientists
2w ago
UPL
Lead Scientist
13 years exp.
3w ago
SABIC
Lead Scientist
16 years exp.
3w ago
Thermax Limited
Lead Scientist
15 years exp.
3w ago
Inventia Healthcare
Lead Scientist
11 years exp.
3w ago
Pidilite Industries
Lead Scientist
6 years exp.
4w ago
Vedanta Aluminium
Lead Scientist
11 years exp.
4w ago
SBS
Lead Scientist
10 years exp.
1mo ago
Thermax Limited
Lead Scientist
14 years exp.
1mo ago
TCG Lifesciences
Lead Scientist
10 years exp.
1mo ago
Reliance Industries
Lead Scientist
10 years exp.
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Lead Scientist salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
6
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
7
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr |
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8
years
(19
salaries)
| ₹6.3 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
9
years
(16
salaries)
| ₹6.8 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
10
years
(24
salaries)
| ₹8.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
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Lead Scientist Jobs in India
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Lead Scientist Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Lead Scientist
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr |
Mumbai
Lead Scientist
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹9.4 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Lead Scientist
8 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Kolkata
Lead Scientist
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹13.1 L/yr |
Pune
Lead Scientist
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹18.2 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
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Lead Scientist Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Chemicals Lead Scientist
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹13 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Manufacturing Lead Scientist
6 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
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Chemicals / Agri Inputs Lead Scientist
7 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹40.5 L/yr |
Pharma Lead Scientist
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
Agro Chemicals Lead Scientist
10 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Lead Scientist Salaries
What is the salary of a Lead Scientist in India?
The salary of a Lead Scientist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Lead Scientist salaries ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 175 salaries received from various Lead Scientists across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 175 salaries received from various Lead Scientists across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Lead Scientists?
Lead Scientist Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| SABIC Lead Scientist Salary | ₹30 Lakhs to ₹55 Lakhs per year |
| Huntsman International Lead Scientist Salary | ₹11.6 Lakhs to ₹35.8 Lakhs per year |
| Syngene International Lead Scientist Salary | ₹19 Lakhs to ₹31 Lakhs per year |
| UPL Lead Scientist Salary | ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year |
| TCG Lifesciences Lead Scientist Salary | ₹10 Lakhs to ₹21.8 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Lead Scientist in India?
The annual salary for Lead Scientist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Lead Scientist are
Salary expectations for Lead Scientist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Lead Scientist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Mumbai | ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Kolkata | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹13.1 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Pune | ₹18.2 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Lead Scientist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Lead Scientist in India are:
| Lead Scientist Salary in Chemicals | ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Manufacturing | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Chemicals / Agri Inputs | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹40.5 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Pharma | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Scientist Salary in Agro Chemicals | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Lead Scientist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Lead Scientist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Lead Scientist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Lead Scientist salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 6 years | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
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