IIT Madras Project Officer Salaries by 80+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 8 years exp.

₹2.2 Lakhs - ₹7.2 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

11% less than the average Project Officer Salary in Education & Training Companies for 0 - 8 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Research & Development Project Officer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr
Construction & Site Engineering Project Officer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Project Officer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹2.6 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
Engineering - Hardware & Networks Project Officer Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr
Quality Assurance Project Officer Salary 3 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

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Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Companies similar to IIT Madras for Project Officer

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Lovely Professional University Project Officer Salary 0 - 14 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 2% less
Amity University Project Officer Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 129% more
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Escorts Kubota Limited Project Officer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (177 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 22% more
Cochin Shipyard Project Officer Salary 4 - 9 years exp. (86 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 16% more
Tata Steel Utilities and Infrastructure Services Project Officer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (74 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr 28% more

Project Officer salary at IIT Madras ranges between ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 86 latest salaries received from various employees of IIT Madras.

Experience wise IIT Madras Project Officer salaries

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (5 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr
1 year (8 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
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2 years (10 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
3 years (17 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
4 years (14 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
5 years (14 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr
6 years (8 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
7 years (6 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
8 years (4 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

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0 - 8 years exp.

Post Doctoral Fellow

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0 - 12 years exp.

Project Officer 0 - 8 years exp.

Research Associate 1 - 10 years exp.

13% hike

Post Doctoral Fellow 0 - 12 years exp.

60% hike

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Salary related reviews for IIT Madras

3.8

Rated by 19 employees for salary & benefits

Project Associate-Internship

Intern

Other Department

4.0

• posted on 02 Dec 2019

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The Company is open to innovation and readily adopts the latest technology. Another plus point is that my colleagues come from various cultural backgrounds and we work happily in collaboration.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

compensation is decent but growth is slow.

Project Associate in Chennai

Research & Development Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2019

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

It gives more opportunities to learn a lot of things. As well as there is no restriction or specific work time. You can plan your own work according to your benefits.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

It's good in overall. Pay is ok comparing other iits and stress free

Project Associate

TCOE Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Apr 2019

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

learning is good

Skill development - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

1. 2nd and 4th Saturday working, It should be holiday 2. Salary very less. 3. People miss behave on the name of Project staff. They try to put you down telling that you are project staff, I worked there as a Project Associate.

Salary - Poor

AV Editor in Chennai

Education Department

3.0

• posted on 18 May 2018

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...k stuffs. Other than these things there is nothing good in IIT. No job security. Salary is not enough. Very high politics.work- life balance is too poor.

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Team mates are not good. No job Security, Salary is not enough, very high work pressure, very high politics, work-life balance is too poor, no travel allowances.

Job security - Bad

+3 more

PHD Research Scholar in Chennai

Full Time

Other Department

1.0

• posted on 05 Feb 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

It is a cheap organization which does not allow employees to even bring their vehicles into a 600 acres campus. They charge us money to bring vehicles. Employees are treated as dogs at the gates of IITM.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

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IIT Madras Project Officer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Officer at IIT Madras ?

The average salary of a Project Officer at IIT Madras in India typically ranges from ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 8 years).

The top 10% of Project Officer at IIT Madras earn more than ₹6.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.1 Lakhs per year. Project Officer Salaries at IIT Madras 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 80+ IIT Madras employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Project Officer at IIT Madras in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Project Officer at IIT Madras in India typically ranges from ₹31,090 to ₹32,388 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 8 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 80+ salaries received from various employees of IIT Madras. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than IIT Madras for Project Officer in India?

Amity University	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Tata Steel Utilities and Infrastructure Services	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Escorts Kubota Limited	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Cochin Shipyard	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by IIT Madras, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Project Officer in companies similar to IIT Madras in India?

The salary of a Project Officer at companies similar to IIT Madras in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Lovely Professional University

₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹6.0 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 Project Officer at IIT Madras in India?

The salary growth for a Project Officer at IIT Madras depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Project Officer can expect the following growth trajectory at IIT Madras:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹4.3 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year

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IIT Madras Project Officer salary in India ranges between ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 86 IIT Madras latest salaries received from various employees of IIT Madras.