Principal Artist
Annual salary range
₹12.5 Lakhs - ₹40 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Artist Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 12
latest salaries
• updated:
16 Feb 2025
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Salary of majority employees
Principal Artist Salary in India ranges between ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹40 Lakhs for 12 years of experience to 17 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 12 latest salaries received from Principal Artist.
| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
Zynga Game Network Principal Artist Salary
15 years exp |  | |
Gameium Principal Artist Salary
15 years exp | | |
 Principal Artist Salary
15 years exp | | |
 Principal Artist Salary
15 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
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20 -
22
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹19.7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
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15 yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹27 L/yr - ₹36.6 L/yr | |
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12 -
15
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹17.5 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
|
15 -
16
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹12.5 L/yr - ₹16.9 L/yr | |
8 -
14
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹10.8 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr | |
11 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹40.5 L/yr - ₹51.8 L/yr | |
15 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹27 L/yr - ₹34.5 L/yr | |
6 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹9.9 L/yr - ₹12.7 L/yr | |
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|
16 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹22 L/yr - ₹28.1 L/yr | |
17 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹36 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Artists
3d ago
Lucky Nugget Gaming
Principal Artist
16 years exp.
2w ago
Technicolor Games
Principal Artist
11 years exp.
6mo ago
Lucky Nugget Gaming
Principal Artist
15 years exp.
8mo ago
Lucky Nugget Gaming
Principal Artist
15 years exp.
10mo ago
Aristocrat Technologies
Principal Artist
14 years exp.
1y ago
Merkur Gaming India
Principal Artist
15 years exp.
1y ago
Aristocrat Technologies
Principal Artist
15 years exp.
1y ago
Zynga Game Network
Principal Artist
15 years exp.
1y ago
Hike
Principal Artist
17 years exp.
1y ago
BYJU'S
Principal Artist
11 years exp.
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Principal Artist salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
11
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
12
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹17.5 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr |
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| |
14
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
15+
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Principal Artist Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Gaming Principal Artist
12 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Software Product Principal Artist
12 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Hardware & Networking Principal Artist
12 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹17.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Animation & VFX Principal Artist
15 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹16.9 L/yr |
Internet Principal Artist
11 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹22 L/yr - ₹51.8 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Artist Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Artist in India?
The salary of a Principal Artist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Artist salaries ranges from ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹36.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 12 salaries received from various Principal Artists across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹36.6 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 12 salaries received from various Principal Artists across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Artists?
Principal Artist Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Zynga Game Network Principal Artist Salary | ₹27 Lakhs to ₹36.6 Lakhs per year |
| Gameium Principal Artist Salary | ₹19.7 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year |
| Aristocrat Principal Artist Salary | ₹17.1 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year |
| Lucky Nugget Gaming Principal Artist Salary | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹16.9 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal Artist in India?
The annual salary for Principal Artist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Artist are
Salary expectations for Principal Artist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Artist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Ludhiana | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in New Delhi | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Noida | ₹15.2 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Artist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Artist in India are:
| Principal Artist Salary in Gaming | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Software Product | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Animation & VFX | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹16.9 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Artist Salary in Internet | ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹51.8 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Artist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Artist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Artist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Artist salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 11 years | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year |
| 14 years | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| NaN years | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
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