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Lead Scientist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad (Updated 2025)

based on 15 latest salaries • updated: 3 Mar 2025
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₹11 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs

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Lead Scientist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹11 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs for 8 years of experience to 20 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 15 latest salaries received from Lead... Read More
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UPL

Lead Scientist

13 years exp.

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SABIC

Lead Scientist

16 years exp.

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Thermax Limited

Lead Scientist

15 years exp.

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Inventia Healthcare

Lead Scientist

11 years exp.

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Pidilite Industries

Lead Scientist

6 years exp.

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Vedanta Aluminium

Lead Scientist

11 years exp.

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SBS

Lead Scientist

10 years exp.

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Thermax Limited

Lead Scientist

14 years exp.

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TCG Lifesciences

Lead Scientist

10 years exp.

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Reliance Industries

Lead Scientist

10 years exp.

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Lead Scientist salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
8 years
(2 salaries)
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₹14 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

9 years
(1 salaries)
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₹10.1 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr

10 years
(1 salaries)
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₹16.7 L/yr - ₹16.7 L/yr

12 years
(4 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

13 years
(2 salaries)
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₹11.3 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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Lead Scientist Jobs in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Lead Scientist

· 10-20 years

Venus Remedies (VRL)

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Baddi

Lead Scientist

· 14-28 years

Ken McCoy Consulting

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Lead Scientist Salary In Other Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Lead Scientist
6 - 20 years exp.
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹47.6 L/yr

Mumbai
Lead Scientist
6 - 19 years exp.
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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

Kolkata
Lead Scientist
8 - 19 years exp.
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₹10 L/yr - ₹13.1 L/yr

Pune
Lead Scientist
9 - 19 years exp.
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₹5.8 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr

Chennai
Lead Scientist
9 - 16 years exp.
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₹10 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr

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Lead Scientist Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Chemicals

Lead Scientist
6 - 20 years exp.
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₹13 L/yr - ₹47.6 L/yr

Manufacturing

Lead Scientist
6 - 20 years exp.
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹35.8 L/yr

Pharma

Lead Scientist
8 - 19 years exp.
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Chemicals / Agri Inputs

Lead Scientist
7 - 19 years exp.
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₹11 L/yr - ₹40.5 L/yr

Agro Chemicals

Lead Scientist
10 - 20 years exp.
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₹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 ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 15 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
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 ₹12 Lakhs per year
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
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
Lead Scientist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹47.6 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Mumbai ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Kolkata ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹13.1 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Pune ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Chennai ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for Lead Scientist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
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 ₹47.6 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Manufacturing ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹35.8 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Pharma ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Lead Scientist Salary in Chemicals / Agri Inputs ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹40.5 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:
Experience Average Salary Range
8 years ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹10.1 Lakhs to ₹10.1 Lakhs per year
10 years ₹16.7 Lakhs to ₹16.7 Lakhs per year
12 years ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
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