PwC Kolkata Research Associate Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 5 years exp.

₹3.1 Lakhs - ₹7.8 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

33% more than the average Research Associate Salary in Management Consulting Companies for 0 - 5 years of experience

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Last Updated: 13 Feb 2025

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PwC Research Associate Salary

0 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)

₹3.1 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr

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Netscribes Research Associate Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (128 salaries)	₹1.4 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 58% less	1 job opening
Nielsen Research Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (71 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr 44% less
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Zacks Research Research Associate Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (62 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr 57% less	1 job opening
NielsenIQ Research Associate Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (50 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 42% less
Emami Research Associate Salary 1 - 12 years exp. (32 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr 28% less

Research Associate salary at PwC ranges between ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of PwC.

Experience wise PwC Research Associate salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 13 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr
1 year (3 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr
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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.6 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

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Top skills at PwC for Research Associate

Business Administration Embedded Systems Business Strategy Software Configuration Management Finance Business Research Semiconductor Secondary Research Research Analysis PCB Advisory Process Re - engineering Market Research Financial Research Consulting

Salary related reviews for PwC

3.6

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Software Engineer in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 21 Aug 2023

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. CTC offered is great for most of the employees. 2. Bonus is not included in CTC. 3. Quick appraisals.

Salary - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

1. Work culture. 2. Worst work life balance. 3. Worst company for Software Development. None of the best practices are followed in 90% of the projects. 4. They cheat with their clients. 5. They unnecessarily start software development without freezing the requirements. 6. 70% of people here are unprofessional. 8. Unlimited office politics.

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

Analyst in Mumbai

Full Time

Consulting Department

3.0

• posted on 17 Jul 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...en same respect as that of a Partner or a director or a managers no matter what. HIERACRCHY system was prevalent but without special attributes keeping the pay and the responsibilities aside for sure.

Company culture - Excellent

Dislikes

The main issue was not the firm but the specific client range(Traditional Pharma CSV) that we were provided or were fetched by our superiors. they were mainly monotonous rather than being lucratively creative in their approach, because of this aspect the potential client conversion ration was being affected to such a extent that bench time for whole team turned in for months,

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Analyst in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Finance & Accounting Department

2.0

• posted on 28 Dec 2021

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Flexibility in login timings

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Politics, disrespectful directors, slow career growth, meagre salary , never ending work timings, no weekends no holidays, they cause mental breakdowns to employee, don’t give leaves, insult employees family members horrible team

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Analyst in Kolkata

Finance & Accounting Department

3.0

• posted on 14 Apr 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...one thing Big 4 doesn't mean you are getting all the benefits and satisfaction..this is absolutely wrong from my personal experience what I encountered is that job security is there and compensation also but there is no work life balance if you have family and want to spend time with them also then never join PWC in my Frank opinion.

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

No work life balance have to work Saturday Sunday during compliance end have to strech night after night for the work load.. absolutely disgusting.

Work satisfaction - Poor

+1 more

Analyst in Dadar Shivaji Park

Finance & Accounting Department

2.0

• posted on 29 Jan 2021

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good learning experience Upgradation of skilld

Skill development - Excellent

Dislikes

Work life balance is myth Compensation are worst No other benefits at all, not even cafeteria or drop facility nothing Work environment too much biased

Salary - Poor

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PwC Research Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 5 years).

The top 10% of Research Associate in Kolkata at PwC earn more than ₹7.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.8 Lakhs per year. Research Associate Salaries at PwC 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 8 PwC employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹48,239 to ₹49,380 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 5 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 8 salaries received from various employees of PwC. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata?

To be a Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- Business Administration
- Embedded Systems
- Business Strategy
- Software Configuration Management
- Finance

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

What is the salary of a Research Associate in companies similar to PwC in Kolkata?

The salary of a Research Associate at companies similar to PwC in Kolkata varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Emami	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
NielsenIQ	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Nielsen	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.4 Lakhs per year
Zacks Research	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.2 Lakhs per year
Netscribes	₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹5.0 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 Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata?

The salary growth for a Research Associate at PwC in Kolkata depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Research Associate in Kolkata can expect the following growth trajectory at PwC:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹10.1 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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PwC Research Associate salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 PwC latest salaries received from various employees of PwC.