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Linguist Salary in India (Updated 2025)

based on 172 latest salaries • updated: 11 Apr 2025
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₹2.2 Lakhs - ₹11 Lakhs

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Linguist Salary in India ranges between ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹11 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 172 latest salaries received from Linguist.

Latest annual salaries shared by Linguists

6d ago

Lionbridge Technologies

Linguist

6 years exp.

₹7.1 Lakhs
1w ago

IIIT Hyderabad

Linguist

2 years exp.

₹5 Lakhs
1w ago

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Linguist

7 years exp.

₹5 Lakhs
1w ago

Rikaian Technology

Linguist

4 years exp.

₹5.8 Lakhs
1w ago

eLanguageWorld

Linguist

3 years exp.

₹2.4 Lakhs
2w ago

Samsung Research

Linguist

5 years exp.

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Cogniter Technologies

Linguist

4 years exp.

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Audio Bridge

Linguist

6 years exp.

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Samsung Research

Linguist

6 years exp.

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Cognizant

Linguist

4 years exp.

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Linguist salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
1 year
(17 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

2 years
(22 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

3 years
(21 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

4 years
(28 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr

5 years
(24 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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· 2-5 years

PhonePe

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4.0

Bangalore / Bengaluru

Linguist

· 2-7 years

Transsion

·
4.1

Noida

Linguist

· 0-1 year

Josh Talks

·
4.0

Gurgaon / Gurugram

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Linguist Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Linguist
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

New Delhi
Linguist
2 - 10 years exp.
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Mumbai
Linguist
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Linguist
1 - 6 years exp.
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

Gurgaon / Gurugram
Linguist
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Linguist Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Internet

Linguist
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

IT Services & Consulting

Linguist
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr

Content Development

Linguist
2 - 10 years exp.
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr

Software Product

Linguist
2 - 8 years exp.
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₹3 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

Financial Services

Linguist
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Linguist Salaries

What is the salary of a Linguist in India?
The salary of a Linguist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, Linguist salaries ranges from ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 172 salaries received from various Linguists across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Linguist in India?
The annual salary for Linguist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Linguist are
Linguist Salary in Noida ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in Mumbai ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in New Delhi ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for Linguist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for Linguist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Linguist in India are:
Linguist Salary in Education & Training ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in Consulting ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in Content Development ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in BPO ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year
Linguist Salary in Broadcasting ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
How does experience affect salaries of a Linguist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Linguist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Linguist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Linguist salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
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