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Indian Institute of Technology Madras Project Associate salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

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0 - 8 years exp.
₹1.8 Lakh - ₹7 Lakhs
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62% less than the average Project Associate Salary in Education & Training Companies for 0 - 8 years of experience

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Research & Development
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0 - 8 years exp. (44 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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1 - 4 years exp. (11 salaries)
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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Construction & Site Engineering
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0 - 8 years exp. (11 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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0 - 4 years exp. (8 salaries)
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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering
Project Associate Salary
1 - 8 years exp. (6 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr

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Last Updated: 30 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Indian Institute of Technology Madras for Project Associate in Chennai

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Indian Institute of Technology Madras Project Associate Salary

0 - 8 years exp. (138 salaries)

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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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Cognizant Project Associate Salary

2 - 9 years exp. (2.6k salaries)

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₹5.7 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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IIT Madras Project Associate Salary

0 - 5 years exp. (163 salaries)

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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

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Project Associate salary at Indian Institute of Technology Madras ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹7 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 138 latest salaries received from various employees of Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

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Experience wise Indian Institute of Technology Madras Project Associate salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 30 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
Fresher  (14 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
1 year  (27 salaries)

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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
2 years  (31 salaries)

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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
3 years  (25 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
4 years  (16 salaries)

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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr
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Top skills at Indian Institute of Technology Madras for Project Associate

Communication Skills English Language Organizing Language Skills Verbal Organization Skills Chemistry bengali Physics Science English System Verilog Chemical Engineering Engineering Management

Salary related reviews for Indian Institute of Technology Madras

3.9

Rated by 20 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 02 Mar 2025

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Great opportunity for skill development. The organization offers access to a variety of courses from IIT Madras, allowing you to enhance your knowledge and grow professionally while on the job

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  • Salary - Good
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Career growth opportunities are relatively limited compared to the structured progression paths often found in corporate environments.

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Research & Development Department

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Nothing

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It is a very cheap organization which treats their employees like dogs at its gates. iitm does not allow employees to bring own vehicles into a 600 acres campus. We are overly charged for vehicle passes which is a pain to apply and get. Very slow and unfriendly staffs all over.

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Administration & Facilities Department

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  •  posted on 01 May 2024

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As a working mom, balancing between work and family is more important and this company provides huge importance to work-life balance. Safe environment for women. Gender equality and role equality.

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Research & Development Department

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  •  posted on 09 Oct 2019

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Its a peaceful environment to work in, where as a staff we get to know various how to carry out various research works. Also, allowing us to suggest some technical ideas for both technical and non technical things, and also to attend few technical classes during working hours.

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Sometimes the work done by a staff gets stealed by someone else. His/her work and effort goes unnoticed as the boss is busy with number of research works and others. Thus, one works and some other gets the name and opportunity for better jobs or studies.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 01 Nov 2018

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Research oriented work is good

  • Skill development - Good

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Particularly I worked in NCCRD, a research center for combustion. The administration is very poor, unplanned, unethical, unprofessional, employee un-friendly, favoritism, biasing, rules are modified at managers own convenience.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Indian Institute of Technology Madras Project Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai?
The average salary of a Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 8 years).

The top 10% of Project Associate in Chennai at Indian Institute of Technology Madras earn more than ₹4.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹6.6 Lakhs per year. Project Associate Salaries at Indian Institute of Technology 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 100+ Indian Institute of Technology Madras employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai typically ranges from ₹31,119 to ₹32,416 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 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 100+ salaries received from various employees of Indian Institute of Technology Madras. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai?
To be a Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Communication Skills
  • - English Language
  • - Organizing
  • - Language Skills
  • - Verbal

These skills are highly valued at Indian Institute of Technology Madras and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Indian Institute of Technology Madras for Project Associate in India?
Cognizant ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹5.2 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Indian Institute of Technology Madras, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Project Associate in companies similar to Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai?
The salary of a Project Associate at companies similar to Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

SRM Institute of Science and Technology ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
IIT Madras ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹6.5 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 Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Project Associate at Indian Institute of Technology Madras in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Project Associate in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Indian Institute of Technology Madras:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
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Indian Institute of Technology Madras Project Associate salary in Chennai ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 138 Indian Institute of Technology Madras latest salaries received from various employees of Indian Institute of Technology Madras.