Senior Principal Scientist
Annual salary range
₹17.5 Lakhs - ₹96 Lakhs
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Filter salaries bySenior Principal Scientist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
14 Mar 2025
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Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹96 Lakhs for 9 years of experience to 22 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 22 latest salaries received from...
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Adama Senior Principal Scientist Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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22
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(8 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr | |
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14 -
17
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(3 salaries)
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₹29.6 L/yr - ₹33.6 L/yr | |
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8
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(3 salaries)
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
11 -
12
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹24.8 L/yr - ₹31.6 L/yr | |
9 yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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₹15.8 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr | |
8 yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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₹74.1 L/yr - ₹81.9 L/yr | |
15 yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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₹90.3 L/yr - ₹99.8 L/yr | |
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12 yrs
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹18.9 L/yr - ₹24.2 L/yr | |
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24 yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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₹21.8 L/yr - ₹27.9 L/yr | |
20 yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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₹40.5 L/yr - ₹51.8 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Senior Principal Scientists
6d ago
Intonation Research Laboratories
Senior Principal Scientist
16 years exp.
1w ago
Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research
Senior Principal Scientist
24 years exp.
2w ago
Maxima Solutions
Senior Principal Scientist
10 years exp.
2w ago
Camlin Fine Sciences
Senior Principal Scientist
16 years exp.
3w ago
EXTROVIS
Senior Principal Scientist
13 years exp.
3w ago
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
Senior Principal Scientist
19 years exp.
3w ago
Neovant Therapeutics
Senior Principal Scientist
10 years exp.
3w ago
Escientia Advanced Sciences
Senior Principal Scientist
11 years exp.
3w ago
Innovassynth Technologies
Senior Principal Scientist
19 years exp.
4w ago
Aurobindo Pharma
Senior Principal Scientist
21 years exp.
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Senior Principal Scientist salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
9
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹17.5 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr |
10
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹1 Cr/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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11
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹96 L/yr |
12
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹21 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr |
13
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹22 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
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Senior Principal Scientist Jobs in Bangalore / Bengaluru
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· 10-15 years
Piramal Pharma Limited
Navi Mumbai
Senior Principal Scientist
· 10-17 years
Piramal Pharma Limited
Navi Mumbai
Senior Principal Scientist
· 5-7 years
Piramal Pharmasolutions
Ahmedabad
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• posted on 01 Nov 2018
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• posted on 11 Jul 2018
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• posted on 30 Jun 2020
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Senior Principal Scientist Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Senior Principal Scientist
9 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹18.4 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Principal Scientist
9 -
23
years
exp.
| ₹14.4 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr |
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Ahmedabad
Senior Principal Scientist
10 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹15.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Pune
Senior Principal Scientist
10 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Navi Mumbai
Senior Principal Scientist
10 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹26 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr |
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Senior Principal Scientist Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Pharma Senior Principal Scientist
10 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹15.8 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
Clinical Research Senior Principal Scientist
9 -
23
years
exp.
| ₹13.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
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Biotech & Life sciences Senior Principal Scientist
9 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹16.2 L/yr - ₹32.5 L/yr |
Manufacturing Senior Principal Scientist
10 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹14.5 L/yr - ₹53.4 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Senior Principal Scientist
12 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹25.1 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Principal Scientist Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Principal Scientist in India?
The salary of a Senior Principal Scientist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Principal Scientist salaries ranges from ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹96.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹96.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹53.4 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 22 salaries received from various Senior Principal Scientists across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹96.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹53.4 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 22 salaries received from various Senior Principal Scientists across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Principal Scientists?
Senior Principal Scientist Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Adama Senior Principal Scientist Salary | ₹40 Lakhs to ₹53.4 Lakhs per year |
| Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Senior Principal Scientist Salary | ₹33 Lakhs to ₹51 Lakhs per year |
| Alivus Life Sciences Senior Principal Scientist Salary | ₹30.6 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs per year |
| Zydus Lifesciences Senior Principal Scientist Salary | ₹34.7 Lakhs to ₹44.4 Lakhs per year |
| Temenos Senior Principal Scientist Salary | ₹28.4 Lakhs to ₹36.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Principal Scientist in India?
The annual salary for Senior Principal Scientist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Principal Scientist are
Salary expectations for Senior Principal Scientist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Navi Mumbai | ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Mumbai | ₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Ahmedabad | ₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Nagpur | ₹21.6 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹14.4 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Principal Scientist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Principal Scientist in India are:
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Pharma | ₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Internet | ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Financial Services | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Scientist Salary in Biotech & Life sciences | ₹16.2 Lakhs to ₹32.5 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Principal Scientist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Principal Scientist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Principal Scientist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Principal Scientist salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 9 years | ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹100.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹96.0 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year |
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