Postdoctoral Researcher
Annual salary range
₹1.5 Lakh - ₹42 Lakhs
Very High Confidence 
Very High Confidence means the data is based on a large number of latest salaries.
AmbitionBox
Search
Reviews
- Reviews
- Salaries
- Interview Questions
- About Company
- Benefits
- Jobs
- Office Photos
- Community
Filter salaries byPostdoctoral Researcher Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 426
latest salaries
• updated:
20 Mar 2025
Select an experience to get the exact salary
Salary of majority employees
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 426 latest salaries received from Postdoctoral Researcher.
Explore on this page
Top paying companies
Popular companies
Latest annual salaries
Salaries by experience
Jobs
available
Similar designations
Salary related reviews
Top interview questions
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
0 -
6
yrs
exp.
(26 salaries)
|
₹7.8 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
|
₹6.4 L/yr - ₹11.4 L/yr | |
Login to view exact salary
| ||
0 -
9
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
|
₹21.6 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
5 -
7
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹19.2 L/yr - ₹32.6 L/yr | |
0 -
5
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
|
₹4.8 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr | |
2 -
4
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
|
₹14 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
0 -
5
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
0 -
6
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹6 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr | |
Login to view exact salary
| ||
2 -
5
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹6 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr | |
6 -
9
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹10 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Postdoctoral Researchers
6d ago
Gyeongsang National University
Postdoctoral Researcher
5 years exp.
6d ago
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.
View all latest salaries
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 |
Login to view exact salary
| |
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 |
View all salaries by experience
Postdoctoral Researcher Jobs in India
Postdoctoral Researcher
· 0-2 years
Academia Sinica
Nagaur
Similar Designation Salary
| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Post Doctoral Research Fellow Salary
1 -
10
years
exp.
(633 salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
Postdoctoral Scientist Salary
2 -
10
years
exp.
(79 salaries)
| ₹4.6 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
Postdoctoral Research Associate Salary
0 -
10
years
exp.
(187 salaries)
| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Post Doctoral Fellow Salary
1 -
10
years
exp.
(1.4k salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
Researcher Salary
0 -
8
years
exp.
(2.8k salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
View more similar designations
Salary related reviews by similar designations like Postdoctoral Researcher
IIT Bombay
Senior Research Fellow
• posted on 02 Oct 2023
Likes
It's great place to learn. A lot of the things depend on you PI.
- Skill development - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
For a SRF it's a contractual job and it depends on the length of the project. No increment in salary even after working 2-3 years
read more- Promotions - Bad
Top skills for Postdoctoral Researcher
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
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
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 |
View More
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 |
Login to view exact salary
| |
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 |
View More
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 426 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 426 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 |
Tell us how to improve this page.
Popular Tools
Q1. Explain with demo, how read large files in chunks in python or perl
asked in
Jawaharlal Nehru University
View answer (1) - Home >
- Salaries >
- Postdoctoral Researcher Salary
Rate your company