Principal Researcher
Annual salary range
₹7 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Researcher Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 62
latest salaries
• updated:
17 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
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 62 latest salaries received from Principal Researcher.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
5 -
18
yrs
exp.
(43 salaries)
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₹15.2 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr | |
6 -
8
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
|
₹20 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr | |
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0 -
4
yrs
exp.
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₹19.8 L/yr - ₹25.3 L/yr | |
8 -
9
yrs
exp.
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₹20.9 L/yr - ₹26.6 L/yr | |
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5 -
6
yrs
exp.
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr | |
30 -
32
yrs
exp.
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr | |
4 -
6
yrs
exp.
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
6 yrs
exp.
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₹16.9 L/yr - ₹21.6 L/yr | |
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7
yrs
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
12 -
13
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₹17.5 L/yr - ₹22.3 L/yr | |
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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Principal Researcher salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
5
years
(9
salaries)
|  ₹4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
6
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹28 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)
| ₹20.5 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr |
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Principal Researcher Jobs in India
Principal Researcher
· 14-20 years
EdgeVerve
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| ₹7.1 L/yr - ₹40.8 L/yr |
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years
exp.
(1.9L salaries)
| ₹8.1 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr |
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years
exp.
(3.2L salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
Engineer Salary
1 -
9
years
exp.
(1.4L salaries)
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr |
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Salary reviews by Principal Researcher and similar roles
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 29 Jun 2022
Likes
... is good for good performer and also helps them in ther career progression path. Work culture is good in bits and pieces, it can be still improved a lot, salary structure can be strengthened further. Experience profiling to right place in right time is to be strengthened.
read more- Job security - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Rather, I would say ISWPL is a good place to work with. Transparent feedback with right career development plan has to be put in place. Skilled based recruitment is what required for organization rather then making multiskilling. It us important to be multi-skilled but not in technical grounds where you need experiential knowledge to crack the issue.
read moreTata Steel
Senior Manager
• posted on 11 Jun 2022
Likes
Ethics are of primary consideration. Job stability Employee Benefits are very good (pay and other benefits) Strong processes in place
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
Slow decision-making process, not agile enough in multiple departments,
Tata Steel
Project Engineer
• posted on 29 Feb 2024
Likes
Work life is balanced in this company
- Job security - Excellent
+3 more
Dislikes
...ou will not be aware of that. Their attitude and ego is as high as IAS officers. They will add your bonus amount to CTC and provide your ctc structure in informal format and it will vary in your appointment letter so please do recheck and negotiate again
read moreTop skills for Principal Researcher
Principal Researcher Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Iron & Steel Principal Researcher
5 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Manufacturing Principal Researcher
5 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Metals & Mining Principal Researcher
5 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Power Principal Researcher
5 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Internet Principal Researcher
7 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹17.9 L/yr - ₹24.3 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Researcher Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Researcher in India?
The salary of a Principal Researcher in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Researcher salaries ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹21.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 62 salaries received from various Principal Researchers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹21.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 62 salaries received from various Principal Researchers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Researcher in India?
The annual salary for Principal Researcher in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Researcher are
Salary expectations for Principal Researcher may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Researcher Salary in Jamshedpur | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in New Delhi | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹17.9 Lakhs to ₹23.7 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹33.4 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Researcher in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Researcher in India are:
| Principal Researcher Salary in Iron & Steel | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Manufacturing | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Metals & Mining | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Power | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Researcher Salary in Internet | ₹17.9 Lakhs to ₹24.3 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Researcher in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Researcher salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Researcher take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Researcher salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 5 years | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹11.6 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year |
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