Senior Research Fellow
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₹2.6 Lakhs - ₹6.6 Lakhs
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Senior Research Fellow Salary in India ranges between ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 7 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 3.5k latest salaries received from Senior Research...
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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr | |
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₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
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₹3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr | |
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr | |
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₹3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr | |
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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr | |
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National Institute of Technology
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Senior Research Fellow salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
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1
year
(314
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
2
years
(551
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
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3
years
(656
salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
4
years
(657
salaries)
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
5
years
(677
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
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Senior Research Fellow
· 3-7 years
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· 6-11 years
Mahindra Ecole Centrale
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
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• posted on 20 Aug 2018
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The company is open to innovation and readily adopts latest technology. I feel proud that I was a part of a research team. We work independently as well as in collaboration in a very cooperative environment.
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Salary is decent but growth is slow. Sometimes, I have to work 16- 18 hours in a day as I have to do cell culture and sometimes late into the night which is fine because cell culture demands time and patience.
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Working as an employee in the R&D sector under ICMR is really a good experience. As a research fellow, I acquired necessary work skills, versatility in work field and good salary benefits and timely disbursement.
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Indian Council of Medical Research
Senior Research Fellow
• posted on 30 Sep 2024
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Opportunity to work ere comes with good salary and infrastructure.
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Administration and communications are just terrible.
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National Institute of Technology
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• posted on 20 Jun 2020
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I can do any kind of quality research in this institution. I got my salary time to time in this pandemic situation.
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Senior Research Fellow Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
Pune
Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr |
Kolkata
Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr |
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Senior Research Fellow Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Education & Training Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
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Financial Services Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr |
Government Senior Research Fellow
1 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr |
Defence & Aerospace Senior Research Fellow
2 -
7
years
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| ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Research Fellow Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Research Fellow in India?
The salary of a Senior Research Fellow in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Research Fellow salaries ranges from ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 3.5k salaries received from various Senior Research Fellows across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 3.5k salaries received from various Senior Research Fellows across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Research Fellows?
Senior 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.
| IIT Bombay Senior Research Fellow Salary | ₹4 Lakhs to ₹8 Lakhs per year |
| Defence Research & Development Organisation Senior Research Fellow Salary | ₹4 Lakhs to ₹8 Lakhs per year |
| IIT Delhi Senior Research Fellow Salary | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year |
| Indian Council of Medical Research Senior Research Fellow Salary | ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Indian Institute of Chemical Technology Senior Research Fellow Salary | ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Research Fellow in India?
The annual salary for Senior Research Fellow in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Research Fellow are
Salary expectations for Senior Research Fellow may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in New Delhi | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Pune | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Kolkata | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Research Fellow in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Research Fellow in India are:
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Education & Training | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Financial Services | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Government | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Research Fellow Salary in Defence & Aerospace | ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Research Fellow in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Research Fellow salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Research Fellow take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Research Fellow salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year |
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