Post Doctoral Research Fellow
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Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in India ranges between ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹38 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 634 latest salaries received from Post...
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₹10.1 L/yr - ₹12.9 L/yr | |
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Post Doctoral Research Fellow salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
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1
year
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|  ₹0.9 L/yr - ₹30.1 L/yr |
2
years
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| ₹1 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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3
years
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| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
4
years
(71
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| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
5
years
(75
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| ₹0.8 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
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• posted on 07 Sep 2023
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• posted on 02 Oct 2023
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It's great place to learn. A lot of the things depend on you PI.
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Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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New Delhi
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10
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| ₹4.4 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Mumbai
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| ₹7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Chennai
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| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
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Education & Training Post Doctoral Research Fellow
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10
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Financial Services Post Doctoral Research Fellow
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9
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| ₹3 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
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Engineering & Construction Post Doctoral Research Fellow
1 -
10
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Post Doctoral Research Fellow
1 -
9
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| ₹5 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Healthcare / Pharma Post Doctoral Research Fellow
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10
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| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹52.1 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salaries
What is the salary of a Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India?
The salary of a Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Post Doctoral Research Fellow salaries ranges from ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹9.6 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 634 salaries received from various Post Doctoral Research Fellows across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹9.6 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 634 salaries received from various Post Doctoral Research Fellows across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India?
The annual salary for Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Post Doctoral Research Fellow are
Salary expectations for Post Doctoral Research Fellow may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in New Delhi | ₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Mumbai | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Chennai | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India are:
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Education & Training | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Financial Services | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary in Healthcare / Pharma | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹52.1 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Post Doctoral Research Fellow in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Post Doctoral Research Fellow salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Post Doctoral Research Fellow take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Post Doctoral Research Fellow salary at different experience level are as follows:
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| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹30.1 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
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