Principal Recruiter
Annual salary range
₹4 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Recruiter Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 121
latest salaries
• updated:
18 Mar 2025
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Principal Recruiter Salary in India ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs for 2 years of experience to 13 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 121 latest salaries received from Principal Recruiter.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
6 -
11
yrs
exp.
(49 salaries)
|
₹8 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹3 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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3 -
14
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
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₹9.7 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
1 -
8
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹3.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr | |
10 -
13
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
|
₹17 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr | |
7 -
9
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹26 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
6 -
8
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹3.3 L/yr - ₹4.4 L/yr | |
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2 -
3
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹2.1 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr | |
4 -
5
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Recruiters
4d ago
iPlace
Principal Recruiter
9 years exp.
2w ago
TalentMate Consultants
Principal Recruiter
5 years exp.
1mo ago
iPlace
Principal Recruiter
8 years exp.
1mo ago
Qlik
Principal Recruiter
10 years exp.
1mo ago
Randstad Global Capability Center
Principal Recruiter
7 years exp.
2mo ago
efficiently
Principal Recruiter
10 years exp.
2mo ago
Cyware
Principal Recruiter
9 years exp.
2mo ago
Y Combinator
Principal Recruiter
6 years exp.
3mo ago
Digital Harbor
Principal Recruiter
12 years exp.
3mo ago
TalentART Partners
Principal Recruiter
13 years exp.
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Principal Recruiter salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
2
years
(3
salaries)
|  ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr |
3
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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| |
4
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
5
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
6
years
(11
salaries)
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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Principal Recruiter Jobs in India
Principal Recruiter
· 5-10 years
DivIHN Integration Inc
Hubli
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| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Technical Recruiter Salary
0 -
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years
exp.
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| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
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2 -
9
years
exp.
(10.2k salaries)
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Lead Recruiter Salary
3 -
11
years
exp.
(2.9k salaries)
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr |
Senior IT Recruiter Salary
2 -
8
years
exp.
(10.7k salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr |
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0 -
4
years
exp.
(13.7k salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr |
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Principal Recruiter Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Recruiter
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Recruiter
7 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹9 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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Pune
Principal Recruiter
2 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal Recruiter
10 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
Mumbai
Principal Recruiter
7 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹21 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
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Principal Recruiter Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Recruitment Principal Recruiter
2 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr |
Software Product Principal Recruiter
5 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹5.2 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting Principal Recruiter
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Principal Recruiter
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
Internet Principal Recruiter
7 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Recruiter Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Recruiter in India?
The salary of a Principal Recruiter in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Recruiter salaries ranges from ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 121 salaries received from various Principal Recruiters across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 121 salaries received from various Principal Recruiters across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Recruiter in India?
The annual salary for Principal Recruiter in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Recruiter are
Salary expectations for Principal Recruiter may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Pune | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Mumbai | ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Recruiter in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Recruiter in India are:
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Recruitment | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Software Product | ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Recruiter Salary in Internet | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Recruiter in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Recruiter salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Recruiter take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Recruiter salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 2 years | ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
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