Medical Writer
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₹2.1 Lakhs - ₹10.6 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byMedical Writer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
21 Mar 2025
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Medical Writer Salary in India ranges between ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.6k latest salaries received from Medical Writer.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Labcorp Medical Writer Salary
2 years exp |  | |
Syneos Health Medical Writer Salary
2 years exp | | |
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2 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
1 -
4
yrs
exp.
(127 salaries)
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
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2 -
10
yrs
exp.
(90 salaries)
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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr | |
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1 -
9
yrs
exp.
(80 salaries)
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr | |
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2 -
9
yrs
exp.
(64 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹11.6 L/yr | |
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10
yrs
exp.
(40 salaries)
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₹12.2 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
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8
yrs
exp.
(37 salaries)
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹11.3 L/yr | |
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6
yrs
exp.
(34 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr | |
1 -
13
yrs
exp.
(33 salaries)
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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr | |
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1 -
10
yrs
exp.
(32 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr | |
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0 -
4
yrs
exp.
(27 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
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Accenture
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4 years exp.
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Medical Writer
2 years exp.
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HCLTech
Medical Writer
3 years exp.
5d ago
TrialGuna
Medical Writer
6 years exp.
5d ago
HCL Group
Medical Writer
2 years exp.
6d ago
S3 Global Solutions LLP
Medical Writer
2 years exp.
6d ago
HCLTech
Medical Writer
2 years exp.
6d ago
Cliantha Research
Medical Writer
3 years exp.
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Medical Writer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(336
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
2
years
(365
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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3
years
(261
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
4
years
(219
salaries)
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
5
years
(161
salaries)
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr |
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Medical Writer Jobs in India
Medical Writer
· 4-7 years
India Medtronic Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Medical Writer
· 4-8 years
Sun Pharma
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Medical Writer
· 1-4 years
BVG India Ltd.
Pune
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| ₹1.6 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
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9
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| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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years
exp.
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| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr |
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| ₹4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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Parexel International
Senior Medical Writer
• posted on 31 Aug 2021
Likes
A great company to start your career and give a push. One of the best in the industry in compensation for freshers.
read more- Job security - Good
Dislikes
Initial compensation is good but growth is slow. There is no set criteria for promotions and a lot of politics in the process with a favoritism.
read more- Promotions - Poor
+2 more
TCS
Senior Manager
• posted on 26 May 2022
Likes
Fabulous organisation to stick if you are looking for a work life balance, growth and job security.
- Skill development - Excellent
+5 more
Dislikes
Need to work on the compensation bit
Alcon
Senior Manager
• posted on 12 Mar 2025
Likes
Company is leader in Ophthalmology space Strong Vision Compensation >= 100% Variable payouts
read more- Salary - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Immediate manager has too much control. If RM is toxic, then it will override good company culture Growth or Promotions could be slow. Visibility or growth in the company is purely at the mercy of reporting manager.
read more- Skill development - Poor
+2 more
HCLTech
Manager
• posted on 14 Jan 2025
Likes
Salary timing good environment culture
- Salary - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Almost no Appraisal for name sake there is variable pay you not get a single Penney
read more- Job security - Poor
+1 more
Syneos Health
Medical Writer
• posted on 04 Oct 2024
Likes
Good scope for interdisciplinary growth. Amazing team coordination and support. Work-life balance is great.
- Salary - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
...ly imposed micromanagement of employees (something which did not exist earlier). Pay scale increments / promotions are poor despite good and stable performance. Job security is at risk if and when a project gets pulled back by client.
read more- Skill development - Poor
+3 more
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Medical Writer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr |
Mumbai
Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr |
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Pune
Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr |
Chennai
Medical Writer
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Medical Writer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Analytics & KPO Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr |
Pharma Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
Clinical Research Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
Education & Training Medical Writer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Medical Writer Salaries
What is the salary of a Medical Writer in India?
The salary of a Medical Writer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Medical Writer salaries ranges from ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.6k salaries received from various Medical Writers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.6k salaries received from various Medical Writers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Medical Writers?
Medical Writer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Labcorp Medical Writer Salary | ₹6 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year |
| Syneos Health Medical Writer Salary | ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year |
| Medvarsity Online Medical Writer Salary | ₹5 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year |
| Parexel International Medical Writer Salary | ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Fortrea Development India Private Limited Medical Writer Salary | ₹4 Lakhs to ₹9.7 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Medical Writer in India?
The annual salary for Medical Writer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Medical Writer are
Salary expectations for Medical Writer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Medical Writer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Pune | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Chennai | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Medical Writer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Medical Writer in India are:
| Medical Writer Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Pharma | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Clinical Research | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| Medical Writer Salary in Education & Training | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Medical Writer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Medical Writer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Medical Writer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Medical Writer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
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