Principal Investigator
Annual salary range
₹6 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Investigator Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 188
latest salaries
• updated:
5 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
Principal Investigator Salary in India ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs for 2 years of experience to 15 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 188 latest salaries received from Principal Investigator.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
5 -
17
yrs
exp.
(65 salaries)
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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
1 -
9
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹10.4 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr | |
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5 -
18
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | |
4 -
9
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
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₹8.5 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr | |
2 -
4
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹15.6 L/yr | |
4 -
12
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹10.5 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr | |
6 -
9
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr | |
6 -
12
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹11.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr | |
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3 -
5
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹15.5 L/yr - ₹18.6 L/yr | |
1 -
4
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹15.8 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr | |
Principal Investigator salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
2
years
(11
salaries)
|  ₹6 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
3
years
(15
salaries)
| ₹5.1 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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4
years
(11
salaries)
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr |
5
years
(22
salaries)
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
6
years
(24
salaries)
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
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Principal Investigator Jobs in India
Principal Investigator
· 1-4 years
Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd
₹8
L/yr
- ₹12
L/yr
Ahmedabad
Principal Investigator
· 1-3 years
Randstad
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Investigator
· 2-7 years
Swami Rama Himalayan University
Dehradun
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Principal Investigator Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Investigator
2 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹7.8 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Investigator
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7.2 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
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Ahmedabad
Principal Investigator
3 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹9.3 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
Pune
Principal Investigator
2 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹23.3 L/yr |
New Delhi
Principal Investigator
2 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
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Principal Investigator Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Clinical Research Principal Investigator
3 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
Pharma Principal Investigator
2 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr |
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Education & Training Principal Investigator
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹3.7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Principal Investigator
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹21.6 L/yr |
Biotech & Life sciences Principal Investigator
2 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹7.8 L/yr - ₹21.6 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Investigator Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Investigator in India?
The salary of a Principal Investigator in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Investigator salaries ranges from ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 188 salaries received from various Principal Investigators across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 188 salaries received from various Principal Investigators across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Investigator in India?
The annual salary for Principal Investigator in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Investigator are
Salary expectations for Principal Investigator may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Investigator Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Ahmedabad | ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Pune | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹23.3 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in New Delhi | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Investigator in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Investigator in India are:
| Principal Investigator Salary in Clinical Research | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Pharma | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹22.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Education & Training | ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹21.6 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Investigator Salary in Biotech & Life sciences | ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹21.6 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Investigator in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Investigator salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Investigator take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Investigator salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 2 years | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹15.8 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
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