Novartis Mumbai Principal Scientist Salaries by 4 Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 14 years exp.

₹20 Lakhs - ₹31.4 Lakhs

Avg. annual salary

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14% more than the average Principal Scientist Salary in Pharma Companies for 10 - 14 years of experience

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Last Updated: 19 Jan 2025

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Novartis Principal Scientist Salary

10 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)

₹20 L/yr - ₹31.4 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Principal Scientist Salary 15 - 23 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹24 L/yr - ₹35.6 L/yr 17% more
Piramal Group Principal Scientist Salary 8 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹13.7 L/yr 48% less
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Ipca Laboratories Principal Scientist Salary 12 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 44% less
Johnson & Johnson Principal Scientist Salary 9 - 20 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 1% less
Reliance Life Sciences Principal Scientist Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹15.8 L/yr - ₹20.3 L/yr 24% less

Principal Scientist salary at Novartis ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Novartis.

Experience wise Novartis Principal Scientist salaries in Mumbai

Last Updated: 19 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.7 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.7 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
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12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.7 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.7 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.7 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

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Principal Scientist

9 - 18 years exp.

Fellow

15 - 18 years exp.

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₹10 L/yr - ₹13.84 L/yr

Top skills at Novartis for Principal Scientist

Genetics GLP Simulation Data Analysis Troubleshooting Data Analytics Dreamweaver Cash Book Molecular Biology Project Management Analytical GCP Logistics Clinical Trials LAN Networking

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Team Lead in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance is good for most of the teams. Good perks like pat leave is 6month, relaxed leave policy.

Salary - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

No scope to learn something new or ground breaking. Pay is below industry standards. Every 2-3 years they keep changing the process or team structures.

Analyst in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Contractual

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

1.0

• posted on 07 Dec 2023

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

only learning i liked about Novartis.

Dislikes

... even bother to look after employee complains. absolutely extinct department. 7. managers will call personally and ask employees to work on saturday and sundays without any extra pay. 8. they retaliate against external/ contractual employee if not listening to them. 9. raising against management with valid issues is not taken seriously. Overall -SCM is the worst department to work.

Salary - Bad

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Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• posted on 02 Jan 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing much only salary is on time as per payroll calendar.

Dislikes

Late promotion cycles. Promotion and salary hikes are given to people closer to management. Favouritism to department managers play key role here in development

Salary - Bad

+5 more

Data Steward in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 24 May 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance is amazing, tech is good, salary is great, benefits are great, company culture is awesome. Lot of involvement with business stakeholders gives exposure

Salary - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

Opportunities for growth are less, if someone is pure techie, may get disappointed with the kind of work. Some days pressure is a lot, while most other days are quite breezy.

Skill development - Poor

+1 more

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Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

5.0

• posted on 03 Oct 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Transparent Salary comparison with market. Learning and growing opportunities. Your voice is counted. Flexi working hours, good management providing regular updates. Supportive seniors.

Salary - Excellent

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Nothing as such in my area of work.

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What is the salary of Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai?

The average salary of a Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Principal Scientist in Mumbai at Novartis earn more than ₹31.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹31.4 Lakhs per year. Principal Scientist Salaries at Novartis 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 4 Novartis employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹1,59,451 to ₹1,65,524 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 14 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 4 salaries received from various employees of Novartis. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai?

To be a Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai, the key skills required include:

- Genetics
- GLP
- Simulation
- Data Analysis
- Troubleshooting

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Novartis for Principal Scientist in India?

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals

₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹35.6 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Principal Scientist in companies similar to Novartis in Mumbai?

The salary of a Principal Scientist at companies similar to Novartis in Mumbai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Johnson & Johnson	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
Reliance Life Sciences	₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹20.3 Lakhs per year
Ipca Laboratories	₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Piramal Group	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹13.7 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 Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai?

The salary growth for a Principal Scientist at Novartis in Mumbai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Scientist in Mumbai can expect the following growth trajectory at Novartis:

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹22.7 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹22.7 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹22.7 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹22.7 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Novartis Principal Scientist salary in Mumbai ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Novartis latest salaries received from various employees of Novartis.