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Lifestyle Category Manager salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
6 - 15 years exp.
₹13 Lakhs - ₹26.5 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹21.7 Lakhs
Variable (4%)
₹0.9 Lakh
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34% more than the average Category Manager Salary in Retail Companies for 6 - 15 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Merchandising, Retail & eCommerce
Category Manager Salary
7 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹13.6 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Procurement & Supply Chain
Category Manager Salary
13 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹19.7 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr

Sales & Business Development
Category Manager Salary
7 - 8 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹14 L/yr - ₹25.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Lifestyle for Category Manager

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Reliance Retail Category Manager Salary

1 - 16 years exp. (462 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr

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More Supermarket Category Manager Salary

2 - 9 years exp. (63 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹28.2 L/yr

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Future Group Category Manager Salary

3 - 18 years exp. (55 salaries)

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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹19.1 L/yr

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Metro Cash & Carry Category Manager Salary

2 - 14 years exp. (45 salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹21.7 L/yr

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Future Retail Category Manager Salary

6 - 18 years exp. (41 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹25.7 L/yr

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DMart Category Manager Salary

6 - 15 years exp. (33 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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Landmark Group Category Manager Salary

4 - 15 years exp. (29 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹23.2 L/yr

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Vishal Mega Mart Category Manager Salary

4 - 19 years exp. (27 salaries)

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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹31.2 L/yr

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SPAR Hypermarkets Category Manager Salary

1 - 16 years exp. (27 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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Decathlon Category Manager Salary

3 - 8 years exp. (13 salaries)

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₹6.6 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr

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MedPlus Category Manager Salary

0 - 3 years exp. (13 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹16.3 L/yr

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Walmart Category Manager Salary

4 - 17 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹7.7 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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Target Category Manager Salary

4 - 9 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹23.3 L/yr

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Reliance Trends Category Manager Salary

10 - 14 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹18 L/yr - ₹33.2 L/yr

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Big Bazaar Category Manager Salary

3 - 17 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹11 L/yr - ₹22.4 L/yr

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Shoppers Stop Category Manager Salary

5 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹20.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Category Manager salary at Lifestyle ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 14 latest salaries received from various employees of Lifestyle.

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Experience wise Lifestyle Category Manager salaries

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹13 L/yr - ₹34.1 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹13.6 L/yr - ₹35.6 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹38.5 L/yr
10 years  (3 salaries)

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₹17.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
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₹18.4 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
Deputy Manager Salary
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₹3 L/yr - ₹3.85 L/yr
Category Lead Salary
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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr
Sales Manager Salary
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₹2.05 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
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₹22 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr
Operations Manager Salary
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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₹12 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr
Brand Manager Salary
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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr

Salary related reviews for Lifestyle

3.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

5.0
  •  posted on 13 Oct 2021

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 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

It's a great learning here working in lifestyle. People help each other to understand the work.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

As my per experience salary part is low compared to other organisations. But they eventually try to match.

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Merchandising, Retail & eCommerce Department

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  •  posted on 20 Mar 2021

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Love the way the Hr trick new joiners with salary packages, where a great percentage is variable bonus. Only half of this bonus is given in last 4 years average. Basically what is promised as new salary is just a carrot you never get.

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Dislikes

Newcomers were fired as soon as covid started.the company has little online presence so struggles with offline sales in lockdown scenario. Never recommend working here.

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Human Resources Department

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  •  posted on 02 Nov 2024

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Nothing to say very much uncultured organisations

Dislikes

Leadership is not that good Culture & value are very disrespectful Compensation is very low compared to other competitors No work life balance Managers do not understand the employee safety and well beings Etc..

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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  •  posted on 24 Jul 2023

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...t there especially it feels like a whole big family living and working together. the working environment was good, the salary was good everybody there is very welcoming and warm.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

I worked at customer service desk and we have to standup and work for whole shift so that was little rough everything else was good.

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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  •  posted on 01 Apr 2023

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Likes

Nothing

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Salary very low. Manpower very low due to this Lot of burdens on employees. 12 hrs shift is normal most of the days. Salary is very low. Seniors has no manners how to talk to employees. Rude behaviour.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Lifestyle Category Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Category Manager at Lifestyle ?
The average salary of a Category Manager at Lifestyle in India typically ranges from ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Category Manager at Lifestyle earn more than ₹26.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹26.5 Lakhs per year. Category Manager Salaries at Lifestyle 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 10+ Lifestyle employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Category Manager at Lifestyle in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Category Manager at Lifestyle in India typically ranges from ₹1,45,705 to ₹1,51,157 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 15 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 10+ salaries received from various employees of Lifestyle. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Lifestyle for Category Manager in India?
Reliance Trends ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs per year
Shoppers Stop ₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Lifestyle, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Category Manager in companies similar to Lifestyle in India?
The salary of a Category Manager at companies similar to Lifestyle in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Vishal Mega Mart ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹31.2 Lakhs per year
More Supermarket ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹28.2 Lakhs per year
Target ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹23.3 Lakhs per year
Reliance Retail ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year
Walmart ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹27.0 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 Category Manager at Lifestyle in India?
The salary growth for a Category Manager at Lifestyle depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Category Manager can expect the following growth trajectory at Lifestyle:

Experience Average Salary Range
6 years ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹34.1 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹13.6 Lakhs to ₹35.6 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹38.5 Lakhs per year
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Lifestyle Category Manager salary in India ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 14 Lifestyle latest salaries received from various employees of Lifestyle.