IIT Bombay Mumbai Research Associate Salaries by 50+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 6 years exp.

₹3 Lakhs - ₹12 Lakhs

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37% more than the average Research Associate Salary in Education & Training Companies for 0 - 6 years of experience

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Research & Development Research Associate Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (42 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr
Quality Assurance Research Associate Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Research Associate Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
Healthcare & Life Sciences Research Associate Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
Teaching & Training Research Associate Salary 0 - 1 year exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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IIT Bombay Research Associate Salary

0 - 6 years exp. (58 salaries)

₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

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Zee Learn Research Associate Salary 0 - 10 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 26% less
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Research Associate Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (763 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 39% less	1 job opening
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Morningstar Research Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (350 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr 17% less
Ajanta Pharma Research Associate Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (324 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr 36% less	4 job openings
Visible Alpha Solutions Research Associate Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (193 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 6% less

Research Associate salary at IIT Bombay ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 58 latest salaries received from various employees of IIT Bombay.

Latest annual salaries shared by IIT Bombay Research Associate in Mumbai

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₹12.1 Lakhs

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₹6.5 Lakhs

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₹3 Lakhs

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₹12 Lakhs

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Experience wise IIT Bombay Research Associate salaries in Mumbai

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (7 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr
1 year (13 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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2 years (7 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr
3 years (5 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
4 years (6 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
5 years (11 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
6 years (9 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr

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Top skills at IIT Bombay for Research Associate

Chemical Engineering Spectroscopy Research FTIR Instrumentation Engineering Project Management Environmental Engineering Data Collection Phd Characterization Artificial Intelligence XRD Optical Fiber Quality Monitoring TEM

Salary related reviews for IIT Bombay

3.8

Rated by 13 employees for salary & benefits

Research Associate in Mumbai

Full Time

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 12 Dec 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Realising our potential. Knowing our endurance here. Lots of tools and equipment available to explore

Skill development - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

Work life balance is little difficult. Salary benefits are difficult to manage with food and accomodation. Inside campus mess itself costlier.

Promotions - Bad

Assistant Professor in Mumbai

Physics Department

4.0

• posted on 04 May 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good research environment and ability to work with the brightest minds in India. Good benefits and work life balance.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

Salary if significantly low for the requisite skill and talent set, especially compared to similar positions abroad.

Project Research Engineer in Mumbai

Full Time

Aviation & Aerospace Department

5.0

• posted on 31 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work-life balance at IIT is one of the key highlights along with vast number of opportunities for collaborations with researchers are helpful for skill development.

Salary - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Pay scales are fixed, frequency of hikes and hike percentage are low and slow

Senior Technical Assistant in Mumbai

Consulting Department

4.0

• posted on 17 Apr 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...gement is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus every year.

Skill development - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

Salary is decent but career growth is slow. On the job training is not given to new joinees.

Sr. TECH ASST. IT in Mumbai

Other Department

4.0

• posted on 07 Aug 2020

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Project staff and temporary employees shuld pf account and get other allowences .pls colse the consolidated salary .I support the management and follow the rules of government covid 19 and I seggest to that organization working from home ,create the crm system for online work and quick response almost we can know how much time will be compltion .for students my opinion start take lutures by on-line.

Skill development - Good

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Dislikes

...ect employees and contracts basis employees at least should 3 Y contract , pls should be change the Consolidated salary system and shuld get the pf , others allowences of employment

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IIT Bombay Research Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai?

The average salary of a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Research Associate in Mumbai at IIT Bombay earn more than ₹10.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹14.8 Lakhs per year. Research Associate Salaries at IIT Bombay can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 50+ IIT Bombay employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹52,111 to ₹53,339 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 6 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 50+ salaries received from various employees of IIT Bombay. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai?

To be a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai, the key skills required include:

- Chemical Engineering
- Spectroscopy
- Research
- FTIR
- Instrumentation Engineering

These skills are highly valued at IIT Bombay and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a Research Associate in companies similar to IIT Bombay in Mumbai?

The salary of a Research Associate at companies similar to IIT Bombay in Mumbai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Visible Alpha Solutions	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Morningstar	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Zee Learn	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Ajanta Pharma	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year
Macleods Pharmaceuticals	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai?

The salary growth for a Research Associate at IIT Bombay in Mumbai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Research Associate in Mumbai can expect the following growth trajectory at IIT Bombay:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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IIT Bombay Research Associate salary in Mumbai ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 58 IIT Bombay latest salaries received from various employees of IIT Bombay.