Research Fellow
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₹1.8 Lakh - ₹16 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byResearch Fellow Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
19 Mar 2025
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Research Fellow Salary in India ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹16 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.3k latest salaries received from Research Fellow.
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Reliance Life Sciences Research Fellow Salary
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr | |
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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr | |
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
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₹19.2 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr | |
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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr | |
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₹5 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr | |
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₹0.8 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr | |
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr | |
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2
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(10 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Research Fellows
2d ago
Ramaiah International Centre for Public Health Innovations
Research Fellow
1 year exp.
2d ago
University of Southampton
Research Fellow
7 years exp.
4d ago
DMSRDE - DRDO
Research Fellow
6 years exp.
5d ago
Defence Institute of High Altitude Research
Research Fellow
1 year exp.
1w ago
National Institute of Hydrology
Research Fellow
3 years exp.
1w ago
Berhampur University
Research Fellow
1 year exp.
1w ago
Defence Research & Development Organisation
Research Fellow
4 years exp.
1w ago
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
Research Fellow
1 year exp.
2w ago
Madurai Kamaraj University
Research Fellow
3 years exp.
2w ago
International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-arid Tropics
Research Fellow
2 years exp.
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Research Fellow salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(256
salaries)
| ₹1.3 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
2
years
(262
salaries)
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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3
years
(225
salaries)
| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
4
years
(199
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
5
years
(165
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
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· 0-2 years
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· 2-7 years
Involve
Bhagalpur
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Research Fellow Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
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Mumbai
Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
Kolkata
Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr |
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Research Fellow Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Education & Training Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹1.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
Financial Services Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr |
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Analytics & KPO Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr |
Clinical Research Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr |
Government Research Fellow
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Research Fellow Salaries
What is the salary of a Research Fellow in India?
The salary of a Research Fellow in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Research Fellow salaries ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.3k salaries received from various Research Fellows across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.3k salaries received from various Research Fellows across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Research Fellows?
Research Fellow Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Reliance Life Sciences Research Fellow Salary | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellow Salary | ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹5.2 Lakhs per year |
| Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Research Fellow Salary | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Research Fellow in India?
The annual salary for Research Fellow in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Research Fellow are
Salary expectations for Research Fellow may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Research Fellow Salary in New Delhi | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Kolkata | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹7.1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Research Fellow in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Research Fellow in India are:
| Research Fellow Salary in Education & Training | ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Financial Services | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Clinical Research | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year |
| Research Fellow Salary in Government | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Research Fellow in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Research Fellow salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Research Fellow take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Research Fellow salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹1.3 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
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