Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 7 years exp.

₹2.7 Lakhs - ₹7.5 Lakhs

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Research & Development Research Associate Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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Legal & Regulatory Research Associate Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 17 Feb 2025

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Research Associate salary at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries ranges between ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 24 latest salaries received from various employees of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries.

Latest annual salaries shared by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate

1mo ago

₹2.7 Lakhs

7 months exp.

1mo ago

₹7.5 Lakhs

7 years exp.

2mo ago

₹4.2 Lakhs

2 years exp.

5mo ago

₹5 Lakhs

3 years exp.

7mo ago

₹5.7 Lakhs

1 year exp.

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2 years exp.

1y ago

6 years exp.

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7 years exp.

Experience wise Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate salaries

Last Updated: 17 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr
1 year (5 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5.7 L/yr
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2 years (6 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
3 years (3 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
4 years (3 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹5.7 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr

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Associate Director

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11 - 12 years exp.

Research Associate

0 - 7 years exp.

Research Scientist

0 - 9 years exp.

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Senior Research Scientist

4 - 12 years exp.

60% hike

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Research Associate

0 - 7 years exp.

Research Manager

9 - 19 years exp.

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₹4 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

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(4 salaries)

₹10 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr

Salary related reviews for Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

4.1

Rated by 8 employees for salary & benefits

Officer in Silvassa / Dadra & Nagar Haveli

Full Time

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

2.0

• posted on 07 Oct 2020

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

All the things good only draw back of HR and HR policies , compensation also very bad ,canteen facility also poor,but job security & all the shaft floor activity goes very softly some time partiality also seen

Job security - Good

Dislikes

HR persons & HR policies

Salary - Bad

+3 more

Officer in Halol

Full Time

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

2.0

• posted on 03 Aug 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job is safe, Near to my home.

Job security - Excellent

Dislikes

Dirty Politics,Partiality,Not getting enough incriment,so that i will move as i can not pay Home loan EMI through Sun pharma.Very bad experience. Waste 6 years. I was suffering of politics of Abhay Mohite,Pawan Verma,Gunvant Chaudhari and Samir Lokhandwala.

Salary - Poor

+5 more

Research Scientist in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 29 Jun 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is good. Learning opportunities are great.

Skill development - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

Pay compensation is not par with Competitors. Pay is low especially at gurugram location considering the cost of living of this location. Management is reluctant to address this issue. Above these, no daily conveyance is provided.

Research Scientist in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Research & Development Department

3.0

• posted on 01 Dec 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...k profile. Work life balance is as same as other corporate company, almost nill. Salary and appraisal is minimal as there is no career growth. Team mates again depends upon the type of person you get ( you can not decide this as parameter while applying )

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Politics, work life balance

Skill development - Poor

+2 more

Officer in Silvassa / Dadra & Nagar Haveli

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 15 Jun 2019

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...ing with enjoyed. training performed every months and required by well trainers. Salary deposited in last date of months. Appraisal is not good here.

Salary - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

not job security here. if you will made major mistake so .

Job security - Bad

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What is the salary of Research Associate at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries ?

The average salary of a Research Associate at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India typically ranges from ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 7 years).

The top 10% of Research Associate at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries earn more than ₹6.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.5 Lakhs per year. Research Associate Salaries at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries 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+ Sun Pharmaceutical Industries employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Research Associate at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Research Associate at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India typically ranges from ₹37,180 to ₹38,387 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 7 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 Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Sun Pharmaceutical Industries for Research Associate in India?

AstraZeneca	₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Torrent Pharmaceuticals	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year
Dr. Reddy's	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
Abbott	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
Pfizer	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Research Associate in companies similar to Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India?

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

Aurobindo Pharma	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Zydus Lifesciences	₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year
Lupin	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Piramal Group	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.3 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 Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹4.3 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.7 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate salary in India ranges between ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 24 Sun Pharmaceutical Industries latest salaries received from various employees of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries.

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate salaries in India (Updated 2025)

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Latest annual salaries shared by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate

Experience wise Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Associate salaries

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Salary related reviews for Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

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