R&D Associate
Annual salary range
₹1.9 Lakh - ₹10 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byR&D Associate Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 222
latest salaries
• updated:
17 Mar 2025
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Salary of majority employees
R&D Associate Salary in India ranges between ₹1.9 Lakh to ₹10 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 7 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 222 latest salaries received from R&D...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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₹3 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr | |
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9
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(23 salaries)
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr | |
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15
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exp.
(14 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹25.9 L/yr | |
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2
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(8 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr | |
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(6 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹2.6 L/yr | |
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4
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(5 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹3.7 L/yr | |
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(5 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr | |
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3
yrs
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(4 salaries)
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
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8
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr | |
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7
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by R&D Associates
4d ago
Mystical Biotech
R&D Associate
1 year exp.
4d ago
PepsiCo
R&D Associate
3 years exp.
5d ago
Marine Hydrocolloids
R&D Associate
2 years exp.
6d ago
Privi Biotechnologies
R&D Associate
2 years exp.
6d ago
Hindustan Unilever
R&D Associate
2 years exp.
1w ago
Hindustan Unilever
R&D Associate
2 years exp.
1w ago
Hindustan Unilever
R&D Associate
5 years exp.
2w ago
Privi Biotechnologies
R&D Associate
2 years exp.
2w ago
ThinkTac
R&D Associate
9 months exp.
3w ago
Faith Industries
R&D Associate
1 year exp.
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R&D Associate salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Fresher
(39
salaries)
|  ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr |
1
year
(63
salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
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2
years
(49
salaries)
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
3
years
(31
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
4
years
(17
salaries)
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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R&D Associate Jobs in India
R&D Associate
· 1-5 years
LegitQuest
New Delhi
R&D Associate
· 0-2 years
Pekoe Foods India
₹1.5
L/yr
- ₹2.8
L/yr
Tambaram
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R&D Associate Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
R&D Associate
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6
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
R&D Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Gurgaon / Gurugram
R&D Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
R&D Associate
0 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
New Delhi
R&D Associate
0 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
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R&D Associate Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Manufacturing R&D Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Pharma R&D Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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FMCG R&D Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
Healthcare R&D Associate
0 -
2
years
exp.
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr |
Retail R&D Associate
0 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about R&D Associate Salaries
What is the salary of a R&D Associate in India?
The salary of a R&D Associate in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, R&D Associate salaries ranges from ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 222 salaries received from various R&D Associates across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 222 salaries received from various R&D Associates across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ R&D Associates?
R&D Associate Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Hindustan Unilever R&D Associate Salary | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11 Lakhs per year |
| Johnson & Johnson R&D Associate Salary | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹3.8 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for R&D Associate in India?
The annual salary for R&D Associate in India varies by location. Top paying cities for R&D Associate are
Salary expectations for R&D Associate may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| R&D Associate Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in New Delhi | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for R&D Associate in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for R&D Associate in India are:
| R&D Associate Salary in Manufacturing | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in Pharma | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in FMCG | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in Healthcare | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Associate Salary in Retail | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as R&D Associate?
Fresher salaries for R&D Associate in India typically range from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year, depending on the company, location, and skill set. Fresher salaries are generally higher in IT Industry than in other Industries in India.
How does experience affect salaries of a R&D Associate in India?
Experience significantly impacts a R&D Associate salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as R&D Associate take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
R&D Associate salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
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