Principal Researcher
Annual salary range
₹7 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Researcher Salary in India
based on 58
latest salaries
• updated:
5 Feb 2025
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Experience wise Principal Researcher salaries
| Years of experience | Avg. Annual Salary |
|---|---|
5
years
(9
salaries)
|  ₹4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
6
years
(6
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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7
years
(7
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
8
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹11.6 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr |
9
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹17.8 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr |
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Principal Researcher Salary in
India ranges between ₹7
Lakhs to ₹30
Lakhs for
5 years of experience to 15 years of experience
. Salary estimates are based on
58 latest salaries received
from Principal Researcher.
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Principal Researcher salaries in different departments
| Department | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
Research & Development
Principal Researcher Salary
5 - 15
years
exp.
(37
salaries)
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Production, Manufacturing & Engineering
Principal Researcher Salary
8
years
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
| ₹13.6 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
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Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Researchers
2mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Researcher
6 years exp.
2mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Researcher
6 years exp.
4mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Researcher
6 years exp.
5mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Researcher
5 years exp.
5mo ago
IPD Analytics
Principal Researcher
14 years exp.
6mo ago
Command And Control Technologies Corporation
Principal Researcher
10 years exp.
7mo ago
TalentNeuron
Principal Researcher
8 years exp.
7mo ago
Gartner
Principal Researcher
7 years exp.
8mo ago
Gartner
Principal Researcher
7 years exp.
9mo ago
Tata Steel
Principal Researcher
14 years exp.
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| Company Name | Avg Annual Salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
5 -
18
yrs
exp.
(43 salaries)
|
₹15.2 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr | |
7 -
8
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹20 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr | |
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0 -
4
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹19.8 L/yr - ₹25.3 L/yr | |
8 -
9
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹20.9 L/yr - ₹26.6 L/yr | |
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5 -
6
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr | |
30 -
32
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr | |
4 -
6
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
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1 -
7
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
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12 -
13
yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
|
₹17.5 L/yr - ₹22.3 L/yr | |
8 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹10.4 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr | |
Principal Researcher Jobs in India
Principal Researcher
· 2-4 years
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| ₹8.1 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr |
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹11.6 L/yr |
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Salary reviews by Principal Researcher and similar roles
Tata Steel
Senior Manager
• posted on 05 Jan 2023
Likes
...nts, now they are forced for medicals from TMH which is below par at Jamshedpur. Joining at other locations except Jamshedpur is somewhat better in terms of benefits like salary, mediclaims etc.
read more- Job security - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
... is the worst dept out of all in terms of career, benefits worklife balance etc. Huge salary variations among same designation was pathetic. It all depends on how HR fools you during interviews for least salary showing Tata brand. Tata brand is the biggest caveat which ppl fall for. Tata steel is best for GET, MT etc. DO NOT join as laterals later in life. You'll suffer like anything thats for sure.
read more- Skill development - Bad
+2 more
Tata Steel
Principal Researcher
• posted on 05 Jan 2025
Likes
The pay structure is still good for freshers and employee related benefits are good. However, i have worked only in Tata Steel and hence not aware about the benefits which other companies provide.
read more- Salary - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
Growth opportunities are limited. Extreme bureaucracy and things move really slow.
- Promotions - Bad
Tata Steel
Senior Manager
• posted on 03 Oct 2024
Likes
Lots of learning about technology, transparency in work. No hidden thoughts.
- Skill development - Excellent
+4 more
Dislikes
The salary structure is not good. Promotion is delayed.
Tata Steel
Senior Manager
• posted on 08 Jul 2024
Likes
Salary is as per the industry practice, work life balance is because you have to travel less compared to other locations
read more- Salary - Good
Dislikes
Culture is not conducive to the people who want to explore new things, Training without any benefit to job is provided, Promotions will require some more than qualifications
read more- Skill development - Poor
+3 more
Top skills for Principal Researcher
Principal Researcher Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
Jamshedpur
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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New Delhi
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Principal Researcher Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
Iron & Steel
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Manufacturing
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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| |
Metals & Mining
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Power
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Consulting
Principal Researcher
5 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Principal Researcher Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Researcher in India?
Salary for a Principal Researcher in India ranges between ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 58 latest salaries received from various Principal Researchers across industries.
What is the starting salary for a Principal Researcher in India?
Average starting Salary for Principal Researcher in India is around ₹7.0 Lakhs per year (₹58.3k per month). 5 years of minimum experience is required to be a Principal Researcher.
What is the highest salary for a Principal Researcher in India?
Highest salary that a Principal Researcher can earn is ₹33.0 Lakhs per year (₹2.8L per month).
What are the top paying industries for Principal Researcher in India?
- Internet - ₹22.0 Lakhs to 59.0 Lakhs per year
- Iron & Steel - ₹15.2 Lakhs to 33.0 Lakhs per year
- Management Consulting - ₹20.0 Lakhs to 24.0 Lakhs per year
- IT Services & Consulting - ₹11.6 Lakhs to 25.0 Lakhs per year
- Education & Training - ₹6.6 Lakhs to 29.0 Lakhs per year
What are the top paying cities for Principal Researcher in India?
- Hyderabad / Secunderabad - ₹25.0 Lakhs to 29.0 Lakhs per year
- Jamshedpur - ₹6.6 Lakhs to 33.0 Lakhs per year
- Gurgaon / Gurugram - ₹17.9 Lakhs to 23.7 Lakhs per year
- New Delhi - ₹7.0 Lakhs to 24.0 Lakhs per year
- Bangalore / Bengaluru - ₹2.0 Lakhs to 25.0 Lakhs per year
What are the popular/top skills required to become a Principal Researcher?
These are the top skills of a Principal Researcher based on 1 job posted by employers.
- Project Management
- Machine Learning
- Research
- New Product Development
- Management
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