Payroll Specialist
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₹2 Lakhs - ₹9.4 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPayroll Specialist Salary in Chennai (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
19 Mar 2025
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Payroll Specialist Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 135 latest salaries received from Payroll Specialist.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Safeguard Global Payroll Specialist Salary
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Randstad Payroll Specialist Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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11 yrs
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Chennai
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
16 yrs
exp.
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Chennai
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₹10.4 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr | |
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11 yrs
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Chennai
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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹17.2 L/yr | |
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6 yrs
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Chennai
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Payroll Specialists
1d ago
Reckitt Benckiser
Payroll Specialist
9 years exp.
1d ago
Neeyamo Enterprise Solutions
Payroll Specialist
3 years exp.
2d ago
Randstad
Payroll Specialist
7 years exp.
2d ago
Neeyamo Enterprise Solutions
Payroll Specialist
3 years exp.
2d ago
APM Medical Billing
Payroll Specialist
6 years exp.
2d ago
Neeyamo Enterprise Solutions
Payroll Specialist
2 years exp.
2d ago
Lowe's
Payroll Specialist
5 years exp.
2d ago
A D R ENGINEERING ENTERPRISES
Payroll Specialist
7 years exp.
2d ago
Dayforce
Payroll Specialist
9 years exp.
2d ago
Randstad Global Capability Center
Payroll Specialist
9 years exp.
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Payroll Specialist salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(16
salaries)
| ₹1.6 L/yr - ₹3.9 L/yr |
2
years
(17
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr |
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3
years
(13
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr |
4
years
(12
salaries)
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
5
years
(12
salaries)
| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
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Payroll Specialist Jobs in Chennai
Payroll Specialist
· 1-2 years
Amazon India Software Dev Centre Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Payroll Specialist
· 4-8 years
General Mills, Inc.
Mumbai
Payroll Specialist
· 2-5 years
Gartner
Gurgaon / Gurugram
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• posted on 13 Dec 2020
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• posted on 18 Nov 2024
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• posted on 30 Jan 2025
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Payroll Specialist Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr |
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Pune
Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
New Delhi
Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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Payroll Specialist Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
Internet Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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Software Product Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹11.9 L/yr |
Recruitment Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr |
Consulting Payroll Specialist
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.6 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Payroll Specialist Salaries
What is the salary of a Payroll Specialist in India?
The salary of a Payroll Specialist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Payroll Specialist salaries ranges from ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 135 salaries received from various Payroll Specialists across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 135 salaries received from various Payroll Specialists across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Payroll Specialists?
Payroll Specialist Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Safeguard Global Payroll Specialist Salary | ₹5 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Randstad Payroll Specialist Salary | ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year |
| Alight Solutions Payroll Specialist Salary | ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Paychex IT Solutions India Payroll Specialist Salary | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year |
| PeopleStrong Technologies Payroll Specialist Salary | ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Payroll Specialist in India?
The annual salary for Payroll Specialist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Payroll Specialist are
Salary expectations for Payroll Specialist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Pune | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in New Delhi | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Payroll Specialist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Payroll Specialist in India are:
| Payroll Specialist Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Internet | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Software Product | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.9 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Recruitment | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹8.6 Lakhs per year |
| Payroll Specialist Salary in Consulting | ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Payroll Specialist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Payroll Specialist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Payroll Specialist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Payroll Specialist salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹3.9 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹5.2 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
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