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Principal Medical Writer

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Principal Medical Writer Salary in India (Updated 2025)

based on 48 latest salaries • updated: 20 Mar 2025
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Annual salary range

₹10 Lakhs - ₹28 Lakhs

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Principal Medical Writer Salary in India ranges between ₹10 Lakhs to ₹28 Lakhs for 6 years of experience to 14 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 48 latest salaries received from Principal Medical... Read More
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Top Paying Companies for Principal Medical Writer with 7 years exp

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Syneos Health Principal Medical Writer Salary

7 years exp

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Parexel International Principal Medical Writer Salary

7 years exp

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Kinapse Principal Medical Writer Salary

7 years exp

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BioQuest Solutions Principal Medical Writer Salary

7 years exp

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Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Medical Writers

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Excelya

Principal Medical Writer

12 years exp.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific

Principal Medical Writer

12 years exp.

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Parexel International

Principal Medical Writer

12 years exp.

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ICON Plc

Principal Medical Writer

13 years exp.

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Parexel International

Principal Medical Writer

10 years exp.

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Syneos Health

Principal Medical Writer

8 years exp.

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Syneos Health

Principal Medical Writer

9 years exp.

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Syneos Health

Principal Medical Writer

9 years exp.

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Krystelis

Principal Medical Writer

10 years exp.

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BioQuest Solutions

Principal Medical Writer

7 years exp.

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Principal Medical Writer salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
6 years
(6 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

7 years
(9 salaries)
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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

8 years
(8 salaries)
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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹21.2 L/yr

9 years
(10 salaries)
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₹11.9 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

10 years
(6 salaries)
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₹14.4 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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Principal Medical Writer Jobs in India

Principal Medical Writer

· 7-10 years

Syneos Health

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3.8

Kolkata

Principal Medical Writer

· 4-9 years

Merck Ltd

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4.3

Bangalore / Bengaluru

Principal Medical Writer

· 4-9 years

MilliporeSigma

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4.0

Bangalore / Bengaluru

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Principal Medical Writer Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Mumbai
Principal Medical Writer
8 - 14 years exp.
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₹16.3 L/yr - ₹32.6 L/yr

Chandigarh
Principal Medical Writer
6 - 12 years exp.
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₹7 L/yr - ₹16.7 L/yr

Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Medical Writer
6 - 9 years exp.
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₹10 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Medical Writer
7 - 12 years exp.
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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr

Pune
Principal Medical Writer
6 - 10 years exp.
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₹11 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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Principal Medical Writer Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Analytics & KPO

Principal Medical Writer
6 - 12 years exp.
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₹10.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

Clinical Research

Principal Medical Writer
7 - 13 years exp.
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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr

Pharma

Principal Medical Writer
6 - 13 years exp.
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₹10 L/yr - ₹32.6 L/yr

Biotech & Life sciences

Principal Medical Writer
7 - 14 years exp.
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₹11.9 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

Healthcare / Pharma

Principal Medical Writer
9 - 12 years exp.
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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Medical Writer Salaries

What is the salary of a Principal Medical Writer in India?
The salary of a Principal Medical Writer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, Principal Medical Writer salaries ranges from ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 48 salaries received from various Principal Medical Writers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Medical Writers?
Principal Medical Writer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Syneos Health Principal Medical Writer Salary ₹12 Lakhs to ₹16 Lakhs per year
Parexel International Principal Medical Writer Salary ₹13.2 Lakhs to ₹16.9 Lakhs per year
Kinapse Principal Medical Writer Salary ₹11 Lakhs to ₹14 Lakhs per year
BioQuest Solutions Principal Medical Writer Salary ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹13 Lakhs per year
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Medical Writer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Medical Writer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Medical Writer are
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Mumbai ₹16.3 Lakhs to ₹32.6 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Chandigarh ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹16.7 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Pune ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for Principal Medical Writer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for Principal Medical Writer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Medical Writer in India are:
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Analytics & KPO ₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Clinical Research ₹11.1 Lakhs to ₹22.6 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Pharma ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹32.6 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Biotech & Life sciences ₹11.9 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Medical Writer Salary in Healthcare / Pharma ₹11.1 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Medical Writer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Medical Writer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Medical Writer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Principal Medical Writer salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
6 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹21.2 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹11.9 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
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