Principal Legal Counsel
Annual salary range
₹22 Lakhs - ₹61 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Legal Counsel Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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Principal Legal Counsel Salary in India ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹61 Lakhs for 7 years of experience to 18 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 26 latest salaries received from Principal Legal...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
12 -
16
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹35.5 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr | |
12 -
14
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹41 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr | |
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1 -
2
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
11 -
19
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹53 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr | |
15 -
16
yrs
exp.
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₹57 L/yr - ₹63 L/yr | |
7 -
15
yrs
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₹22.6 L/yr - ₹28.9 L/yr | |
15 -
18
yrs
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹2.3 L/yr | |
11 -
12
yrs
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₹20.3 L/yr - ₹25.9 L/yr | |
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12 -
13
yrs
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₹34.7 L/yr - ₹44.3 L/yr | |
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16 yrs
exp.
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₹31.5 L/yr - ₹40.2 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Legal Counsels
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InterGlobe Aviation
Principal Legal Counsel
14 years exp.
2w ago
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
Principal Legal Counsel
15 years exp.
1mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Legal Counsel
16 years exp.
2mo ago
INDIA TODAY GROUP
Principal Legal Counsel
12 years exp.
2mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Legal Counsel
16 years exp.
4mo ago
Indiamart Intermesh
Principal Legal Counsel
18 years exp.
4mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Legal Counsel
15 years exp.
7mo ago
Infosys
Principal Legal Counsel
11 years exp.
8mo ago
Infosys
Principal Legal Counsel
11 years exp.
9mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Legal Counsel
15 years exp.
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Principal Legal Counsel salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
7
years
(1
salaries)
|  ₹28.2 L/yr - ₹28.2 L/yr |
11
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹22.5 L/yr - ₹53.5 L/yr |
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| |
12
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹22.5 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr |
13
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹45 L/yr - ₹48.5 L/yr |
14
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹41 L/yr - ₹49.5 L/yr |
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Similar Designation Salary
| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Senior Legal Counsel Salary
5 -
17
years
exp.
(805 salaries)
| ₹7.3 L/yr - ₹56.7 L/yr |
Area Legal Manager Salary
2 -
13
years
exp.
(493 salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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Regional Legal Manager Salary
5 -
16
years
exp.
(425 salaries)
| ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
Senior Legal Executive Salary
1 -
10
years
exp.
(2.5k salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr |
Senior Legal Associate Salary
2 -
8
years
exp.
(1.8k salaries)
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
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Principal Legal Counsel Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹32 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr |
New Delhi
Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹34 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr |
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Ranchi
Principal Legal Counsel
13 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹48.5 L/yr - ₹59.5 L/yr |
Mumbai
Principal Legal Counsel
14 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹49.5 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Legal Counsel
11 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹32 L/yr - ₹53.5 L/yr |
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Principal Legal Counsel Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Iron & Steel Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹35.5 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr |
Manufacturing Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹35.5 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr |
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Metals & Mining Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹35.5 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr |
Power Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹35.5 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr |
Aviation Principal Legal Counsel
12 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹41 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Legal Counsel Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Legal Counsel in India?
The salary of a Principal Legal Counsel in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Legal Counsel salaries ranges from ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹55.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 26 salaries received from various Principal Legal Counsels across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹55.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 26 salaries received from various Principal Legal Counsels across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Legal Counsel in India?
The annual salary for Principal Legal Counsel in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Legal Counsel are
Salary expectations for Principal Legal Counsel may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in New Delhi | ₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Ranchi | ₹48.5 Lakhs to ₹59.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹49.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹53.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Legal Counsel in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Legal Counsel in India are:
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Iron & Steel | ₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Manufacturing | ₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Metals & Mining | ₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Power | ₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Legal Counsel Salary in Aviation | ₹41.0 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Legal Counsel in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Legal Counsel salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Legal Counsel take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Legal Counsel salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 7 years | ₹28.2 Lakhs to ₹28.2 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹53.5 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year |
| 13 years | ₹45.0 Lakhs to ₹48.5 Lakhs per year |
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