Postdoctoral Researcher
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₹1.5 Lakh - ₹42 Lakhs
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• updated:
24 Mar 2025
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Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in India ranges between ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹42 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 11 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 427 latest salaries received from Postdoctoral Researcher.
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₹21.6 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
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₹6 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr | |
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₹10 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Postdoctoral Researchers
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Gyeongsang National University
Postdoctoral Researcher
5 years exp.
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Tyndall National Institute
Postdoctoral Researcher
4 years exp.
6d ago
Regional Cancer Centre
Postdoctoral Researcher
5 years exp.
1w ago
Pusan National University
Postdoctoral Researcher
5 years exp.
1w ago
Weizmann Institute of Science
Postdoctoral Researcher
6 years exp.
2w ago
Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science
Postdoctoral Researcher
5 years exp.
2w ago
Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Postdoctoral Researcher
1 year exp.
2w ago
RIKEN JAPAN
Postdoctoral Researcher
2 years exp.
3w ago
TCS
Postdoctoral Researcher
8 years exp.
3w ago
McMaster University
Postdoctoral Researcher
4 years exp.
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Postdoctoral Researcher salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(64
salaries)
|  ₹4.6 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
2
years
(62
salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹37.1 L/yr |
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3
years
(60
salaries)
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
4
years
(40
salaries)
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
5
years
(51
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Postdoctoral Researcher Jobs in India
Postdoctoral Researcher
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| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
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| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
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Senior Research Fellow
• 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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Postdoctoral Researcher Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
9
years
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| ₹3 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹32.8 L/yr |
Mumbai
Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹7.8 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Chennai
Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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Postdoctoral Researcher Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Education & Training Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
Engineering & Construction Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Analytics & KPO Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Financial Services Postdoctoral Researcher
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Postdoctoral Researcher
3 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Postdoctoral Researcher Salaries
What is the salary of a Postdoctoral Researcher in India?
The salary of a Postdoctoral Researcher in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Postdoctoral Researcher salaries ranges from ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 427 salaries received from various Postdoctoral Researchers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 427 salaries received from various Postdoctoral Researchers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Postdoctoral Researcher in India?
The annual salary for Postdoctoral Researcher in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Postdoctoral Researcher are
Salary expectations for Postdoctoral Researcher may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in New Delhi | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹32.8 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Mumbai | ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Chennai | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Postdoctoral Researcher in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Postdoctoral Researcher in India are:
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Education & Training | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in Financial Services | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year |
| Postdoctoral Researcher Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Postdoctoral Researcher in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Postdoctoral Researcher salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Postdoctoral Researcher take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Postdoctoral Researcher salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹37.1 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
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