R&D Manager
Annual salary range
₹6 Lakhs - ₹38 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byR&D Manager Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 1.9k
latest salaries
• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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R&D Manager Salary in India ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹38 Lakhs for 5 years of experience to 20 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k latest salaries received from R&D Manager.
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Stryker R&D Manager Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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4 -
20
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₹19.7 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr | |
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16
yrs
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(17 salaries)
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₹26 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr | |
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7 -
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(15 salaries)
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₹13 L/yr - ₹23.1 L/yr | |
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11 -
19
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹37 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr | |
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7
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(11 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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14
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹34.3 L/yr | |
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8 -
20
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹12.8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr | |
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17
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
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24
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exp.
(8 salaries)
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₹20.4 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr | |
7 -
21
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr | |
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10 years exp.
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Kairish Innotech
R&D Manager
15 years exp.
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Blue Star
R&D Manager
9 years exp.
2d ago
Sunlight Cable Industries
R&D Manager
10 years exp.
2d ago
Garg Associates
R&D Manager
10 years exp.
2d ago
Interpower Induction
R&D Manager
14 years exp.
3d ago
Kundan Edifice
R&D Manager
8 years exp.
3d ago
Alembic Pharmaceuticals
R&D Manager
16 years exp.
3d ago
Faurecia
R&D Manager
18 years exp.
3d ago
Dassault Systemes
R&D Manager
13 years exp.
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R&D Manager salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
5
years
(73
salaries)
| ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
6
years
(62
salaries)
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹21.3 L/yr |
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7
years
(92
salaries)
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
8
years
(112
salaries)
| ₹5.2 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr |
9
years
(133
salaries)
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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R&D Manager Jobs in India
R&D Manager
· 12-22 years
JSW Defence
Chandigarh
R&D Manager
· 10-15 years
Aarti Pharmalabs
Mumbai
R&D Manager
· 10-16 years
BCH Electric
Faridabad
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R&D Manager Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹6.2 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹6.3 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr |
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Pune
R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹9 L/yr - ₹47.9 L/yr |
New Delhi
R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹4.8 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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R&D Manager Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Manufacturing R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹8.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Industrial Machinery R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹8.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Automobile R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr |
Auto Components R&D Manager
6 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Pharma R&D Manager
5 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹7.2 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about R&D Manager Salaries
What is the salary of a R&D Manager in India?
The salary of a R&D Manager in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, R&D Manager salaries ranges from ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹44.5 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k salaries received from various R&D Managers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹44.5 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k salaries received from various R&D Managers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ R&D Managers?
R&D Manager Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Stryker R&D Manager Salary | ₹44.5 Lakhs to ₹68 Lakhs per year |
| Medha Servo Drives R&D Manager Salary | ₹33 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year |
| Bajaj Auto R&D Manager Salary | ₹24 Lakhs to ₹42 Lakhs per year |
| Siemens R&D Manager Salary | ₹18.3 Lakhs to ₹28 Lakhs per year |
| Uflex R&D Manager Salary | ₹18 Lakhs to ₹32.7 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for R&D Manager in India?
The annual salary for R&D Manager in India varies by location. Top paying cities for R&D Manager are
Salary expectations for R&D Manager may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| R&D Manager Salary in Mumbai | ₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Pune | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹47.9 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in New Delhi | ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for R&D Manager in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for R&D Manager in India are:
| R&D Manager Salary in Manufacturing | ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Industrial Machinery | ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Automobile | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Auto Components | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| R&D Manager Salary in Pharma | ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a R&D Manager in India?
Experience significantly impacts a R&D Manager salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as R&D Manager take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
R&D Manager salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 5 years | ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹21.3 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year |
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