Novartis Scientist Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 12 years exp.

₹6.9 Lakhs - ₹17.8 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (91%)

₹14.7 Lakhs

Variable (9%)

₹1.4 Lakh

81% more than the average Scientist Salary in Pharma Companies for 5 - 12 years of experience

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Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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Intas Pharmaceuticals Scientist Salary ∞ - -∞ years exp. (3 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr 62% less
Merck Scientist Salary 10 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹8.2 L/yr - ₹21.7 L/yr 6% less

Scientist salary at Novartis ranges between ₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 24 latest salaries received from various employees of Novartis.

Experience wise Novartis Scientist salaries

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8.4 L/yr - ₹26.4 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
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7 years (3 salaries)	₹6.9 L/yr - ₹27.7 L/yr
8 years (8 salaries)	₹9.4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
9 years (4 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹17.8 L/yr
10 years (3 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹17.8 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹30.3 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr

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Top skills at Novartis for Scientist

Pharma GMP Analytical Healthcare Troubleshooting Continuous Improvement Environmental Monitoring Microbiology CRO Standard Operating Procedures Mass Spectrometry Information Security HSE Risk Assessment Supervision

Salary related reviews for Novartis

4.7

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

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

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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

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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

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Business Process Excellence Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

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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Dislikes

Nothing as such in my area of work.

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Novartis Scientist Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Scientist at Novartis ?

The average salary of a Scientist at Novartis in India typically ranges from ₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Scientist at Novartis earn more than ₹16.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹17.8 Lakhs per year. 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 20+ Novartis employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Scientist at Novartis in India typically ranges from ₹1,10,098 to ₹1,13,146 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 12 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 20+ 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 Scientist at Novartis ?

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

- Pharma
- GMP
- Analytical
- Healthcare
- 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 Scientist in India?

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals

₹10.8 Lakhs to ₹45.2 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 Scientist in companies similar to Novartis in India?

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

Zydus Lifesciences	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹23.7 Lakhs per year
Merck	₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹21.7 Lakhs per year
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Lupin	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Piramal Group	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹19.0 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 Scientist at Novartis in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹26.4 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹27.7 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Novartis Scientist salary in India ranges between ₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 24 Novartis latest salaries received from various employees of Novartis.