Scientist
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₹3 Lakhs - ₹20.8 Lakhs
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• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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Scientist Salary in India ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 12 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 4.9k latest salaries received from Scientist.
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₹4 L/yr - ₹12.9 L/yr | |
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₹1.3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹11.7 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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₹6 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr | |
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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹9.7 L/yr | |
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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9
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(66 salaries)
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
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13
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(62 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr | |
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11
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(51 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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Seqens
Scientist
12 years exp.
2d ago
Indian Space Research Organisation
Scientist
3 years exp.
2d ago
Vidcare Innovations
Scientist
6 years exp.
2d ago
Cytel Statistical Software & Services
Scientist
9 years exp.
2d ago
Vimta Labs
Scientist
4 years exp.
2d ago
Biocon Biologics
Scientist
4 years exp.
2d ago
Tata Research Development and Design Centre
Scientist
10 years exp.
2d ago
Krishgen Biosystems
Scientist
5 years exp.
2d ago
Vimta Labs
Scientist
2 years exp.
2d ago
Velnik India
Scientist
7 years exp.
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Scientist salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(417
salaries)
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
2
years
(563
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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3
years
(625
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
4
years
(541
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
5
years
(527
salaries)
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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Scientist
· 0-10 years
Amazon India Software Dev Centre Pvt Ltd
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Scientist
· 2-6 years
ABB INDIA LIMITED
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Scientist
· 3-10 years
Wipro Enterprises
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr |
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| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹13.6 L/yr |
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Senior Scientist Salary
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| ₹4.6 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr |
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| ₹1 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr |
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| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr |
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• posted on 28 Jan 2025
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• posted on 04 Feb 2020
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• posted on 13 Nov 2019
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Executive
• posted on 20 Aug 2023
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Scientist Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr |
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Mumbai
Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Pune
Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
Chennai
Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr |
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Scientist Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Pharma Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Clinical Research Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr |
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Biotechnology Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Healthcare / Pharma Scientist
1 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Scientist Salaries
What is the salary of a Scientist in India?
The salary of a Scientist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Scientist salaries ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 4.9k salaries received from various Scientists across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 4.9k salaries received from various Scientists across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Scientists?
Scientist Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Indian Space Research Organisation Scientist Salary | ₹12 Lakhs to ₹21 Lakhs per year |
| TCS Scientist Salary | ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year |
| Aditya Birla Science and Technology Company Scientist Salary | ₹8 Lakhs to ₹11.8 Lakhs per year |
| Johnson & Johnson Scientist Salary | ₹7 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs per year |
| Syngene International Scientist Salary | ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Scientist in India?
The annual salary for Scientist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Scientist are
Salary expectations for Scientist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Scientist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹18.8 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Mumbai | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Pune | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Chennai | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Scientist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Scientist in India are:
| Scientist Salary in Pharma | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Clinical Research | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Biotechnology | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Scientist Salary in Healthcare / Pharma | ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Scientist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Scientist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Scientist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Scientist salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
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