SAI Life Sciences Principal Scientist Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 20 years exp.

₹17 Lakhs - ₹28 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (90%)

₹21.4 Lakhs

Variable (10%)

₹2.3 Lakhs

20% more than the average Principal Scientist Salary in Clinical Research Companies for 5 - 20 years of experience

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Research & Development Principal Scientist Salary 5 - 20 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr
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Healthcare & Life Sciences Principal Scientist Salary 15 - 18 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Companies similar to SAI Life Sciences for Principal Scientist

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Syngene International Principal Scientist Salary 9 - 21 years exp. (26 salaries)	₹14.6 L/yr - ₹28.6 L/yr 5% less
Aragen Life Sciences Principal Scientist Salary 13 - 17 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 14% more
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Reliance Life Sciences Principal Scientist Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹15.8 L/yr - ₹20.3 L/yr 19% less	1 job opening
Veeda Clinical Research Principal Scientist Salary 3 - 16 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr 48% less
Aizant Drug Research Solutions Principal Scientist Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 52% less

Principal Scientist salary at SAI Life Sciences ranges between ₹17 Lakhs to ₹28 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 20 years. Salary estimates are based on 37 latest salaries received from various employees of SAI Life Sciences.

Experience wise SAI Life Sciences Principal Scientist salaries

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17.8 L/yr - ₹37.9 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
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7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.6 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.2 L/yr - ₹39.8 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
10 years (5 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹24.3 L/yr
11 years (4 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹41.7 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹42.3 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹42.9 L/yr
14 years (3 salaries)	₹19.1 L/yr - ₹43.6 L/yr
15+ years (14 salaries)	₹17.8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

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Top skills at SAI Life Sciences for Principal Scientist

Organic Chemistry Synthesis Medicinal Chemistry Chemdraw Synthetic Organic Chemistry Crams

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3.4

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Associate Research Scientist in Shamirpet

Full Time

Research & Development Department

5.0

• posted on 17 Apr 2021

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

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...gement is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus every year.

Salary - Excellent

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Less producvity extra Manpower

Executive in Bidar

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

5.0

• posted on 28 Aug 2018

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

In Sailife giving exellent Trainig, No Salary problem. The company is open to innovation and readily adopts latest technology. I love the fact that quality products and has a global clients base.

Dislikes

Company is good but work pressure is high. Sometimes I have to work more than 8 hrs. No job security, full politics, there is no time for personal life.

Salary - Poor

+6 more

Associate Research Scientist in Ikp Knowledge Park Turkapally

Full Time

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 14 Jun 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Very good Work culture and bus facility

Salary - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

...tions, i e: same Qualifications and experience persons have different positions. Not maintain the salary structures, means juniors have more salary than seniors.

Promotions - Poor

Assistant Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

5.0

• posted on 21 May 2021

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...k off alternately. And supplying hand sanitizer within plant also carry at home. Paying Working bonus also during lockdown.Also canteen free during.

Salary - Excellent

+5 more

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Lack of skills down line stream of contract manpower. But this can learning for other and can gain a bottom management learning very well.

Executive in Bidar

Healthcare & Life Sciences Department

4.0

• posted on 26 Feb 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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...ment is very very bad. I worked 2.9 years almost as as executive with 2.9 L ....after increment also my salary not much it's better to join as a fresher's in Sai....they will give upto 3.0L ....this is happened because not some stupid people working as as team leader.

Skill development - Good

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Job security - Bad

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SAI Life Sciences Principal Scientist Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences ?

The average salary of a Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences in India typically ranges from ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 20 years).

The top 10% of Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences earn more than ₹26.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹28.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Scientist Salaries at SAI Life Sciences 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 30+ SAI Life Sciences employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences in India typically ranges from ₹1,51,370 to ₹1,57,078 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 20 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 30+ salaries received from various employees of SAI Life Sciences. 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 SAI Life Sciences ?

To be a Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences in india, the key skills required include:

- Organic Chemistry
- Synthesis
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Chemdraw
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than SAI Life Sciences for Principal Scientist in India?

Aragen Life Sciences

₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Principal Scientist in companies similar to SAI Life Sciences in India?

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

Syngene International	₹14.6 Lakhs to ₹28.6 Lakhs per year
Reliance Life Sciences	₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹20.3 Lakhs per year
Veeda Clinical Research	₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year
Aizant Drug Research Solutions	₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 Principal Scientist at SAI Life Sciences in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹17.8 Lakhs to ₹37.9 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹19.6 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹19.2 Lakhs to ₹39.8 Lakhs per year

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SAI Life Sciences Principal Scientist salary in India ranges between ₹17 Lakhs to ₹28 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 37 SAI Life Sciences latest salaries received from various employees of SAI Life Sciences.