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PHD Scholar Salary in India (Updated 2025)

based on 759 latest salaries • updated: 20 Mar 2025
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₹1 Lakh - ₹11 Lakhs

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PHD Scholar Salary in India ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹11 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 759 latest salaries received from PHD... Read More

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University of Calcutta

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3 years exp.

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Iit Bhubaneswar

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4 years exp.

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National Institute of Technology

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5 years exp.

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Panjab University

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5 months exp.

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NIMS University

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5 months exp.

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Central University of South Bihar

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3 years exp.

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Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra

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6 years exp.

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BITS Pilani

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7 years exp.

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Pandit Deendayal Energy University

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5 years exp.

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Universidad de Guanajuato

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4 years exp.

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PHD Scholar salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
Fresher
(112 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr

1 year
(88 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

2 years
(105 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

3 years
(112 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

4 years
(98 salaries)
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

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Research Scholar Salary
0 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

Officer Salary
1 - 10 years exp.
(61k salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

Associate Salary
0 - 8 years exp.
(2.3L salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr

Manager Salary
4 - 16 years exp.
(3.2L salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹31.9 L/yr

Engineer Salary
1 - 9 years exp.
(1.4L salaries)
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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr

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PHD Scholar Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
New Delhi
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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

Bangalore / Bengaluru
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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Kolkata
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0 - 7 years exp.
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₹1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

Mumbai
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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹2 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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PHD Scholar Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Education & Training

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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

Analytics & KPO

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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹0.4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Healthcare / Pharma

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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

Financial Services

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1 - 7 years exp.
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₹2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Chemicals / Agri Inputs

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0 - 6 years exp.
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about PHD Scholar Salaries

What is the salary of a PHD Scholar in India?
The salary of a PHD Scholar in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, PHD Scholar salaries ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 759 salaries received from various PHD Scholars across industries.
What are the top paying cities for PHD Scholar in India?
The annual salary for PHD Scholar in India varies by location. Top paying cities for PHD Scholar are
PHD Scholar Salary in New Delhi ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Kolkata ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Mumbai ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.7 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for PHD Scholar may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for PHD Scholar in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for PHD Scholar in India are:
PHD Scholar Salary in Education & Training ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Analytics & KPO ₹0.4 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Healthcare / Pharma ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Financial Services ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
PHD Scholar Salary in Chemicals / Agri Inputs ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
What are the fresher salaries as PHD Scholar?
Fresher salaries for PHD Scholar in India typically range from ₹2 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year, depending on the company, location, and skill set. Fresher salaries are generally higher in IT Industry than in other Industries in India.
How does experience affect salaries of a PHD Scholar in India?
Experience significantly impacts a PHD Scholar salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as PHD Scholar take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. PHD Scholar salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
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