Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Scientist Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 9 years exp.

₹3 Lakhs - ₹8.8 Lakhs

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40% less than the average Research Scientist Salary in Pharma Companies for 0 - 9 years of experience

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Research & Development Research Scientist Salary 0 - 9 years exp. (139 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr
Healthcare & Life Sciences Research Scientist Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
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Legal & Regulatory Research Scientist Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 4 Apr 2025

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Lupin Research Scientist Salary 7 - 17 years exp. (204 salaries)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr 142% more	3 job openings
Dr. Reddy's Research Scientist Salary 3 - 13 years exp. (191 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr 48% more
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Wockhardt Research Scientist Salary 7 - 14 years exp. (127 salaries)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr 89% more
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Research Scientist Salary 10 - 18 years exp. (111 salaries)	₹11 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 174% more
Viatris Research Scientist Salary 1 - 10 years exp. (97 salaries)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 24% more
Jubilant Generics Research Scientist Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (78 salaries)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr 45% more
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Research Scientist salary at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 175 latest salaries received from various employees of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries.

Latest annual salaries shared by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Scientist

2d ago

₹7 Lakhs

6 years exp.

2d ago

₹4 Lakhs

4 years exp.

3d ago

₹5.3 Lakhs

4 years exp.

2w ago

₹7.5 Lakhs

8 years exp.

3w ago

₹6 Lakhs

3 years exp.

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Experience wise Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Scientist salaries

Last Updated: 4 Apr 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (5 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
1 year (20 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
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2 years (54 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
3 years (28 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
4 years (22 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr
5 years (19 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr
6 years (11 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
7 years (6 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr
8 years (4 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
9 years (6 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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From

Research Scientist

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Lakhs/yr

0 - 9 years exp.

Associate Director

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Lakhs/yr

11 - 12 years exp.

Research Scientist

0 - 9 years exp.

Senior Research Scientist

4 - 12 years exp.

60% hike

Group Leader

9 - 16 years exp.

130% hike

From

Research Scientist

0 - 9 years exp.

Research Manager

9 - 19 years exp.

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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₹0.6 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr

Top skills at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries for Research Scientist

Research Capa Risk Assessment Formulation Pharmacovigilance Procurement Database Management us Regulatory Drug Regulatory Affairs Organic Chemistry Analytical Change Control Regulatory Compliance

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Rated by 40 employees for salary & benefits

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

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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

Senior Officer in Ahmednagar

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 12 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Employee sefty

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

Freshers package high intested of 5-6 year experiance employees.... So revision of package is needed of empolyee. Ex- 5-6 years of experiance employe package is 3.64 lakh and new joinee employe package is 3.4...

Senior Officer in Dewas

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 26 Apr 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

It's number one pharma in Asia that make me proud. Very big group. Highly inspired with MD sir Mr. Dillip sanghvi g. Excellent RND part of sun pharma. Latest technology . High level of compliance. Intigrated Data. Patient sefty. Varity of category of drugs. High quality products. cGMP procedures etc

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Highly bias person having comand. I say about my self I was joined in sep/2016 . They given 25% hike but after 3month reduced salary 20% by saying harmonization. I did fight but nothing happen. Join as officer with 4year experience in sept 2016. Now become senior officer after 7year hard work. I was 10th class topper of my school in 2006(awarded by school ) . I was third rank holder in 12th in my school 2008(awarded by mp govt award) B. Pharm with 71% and CR of my college. But there is no value of excellence due to some silly selfish persons.

Salary - Poor

+2 more

Senior Officer in Guwahati

Full Time

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Dec 2020

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...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

+6 more

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No politics here good environment

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

The average salary of a Research Scientist at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India typically ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 9 years).

The top 10% of Research Scientist at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries earn more than ₹6.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.4 Lakhs per year. Research Scientist 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 100+ Sun Pharmaceutical Industries employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Research Scientist at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India typically ranges from ₹42,010 to ₹43,146 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 9 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 100+ salaries received from various employees of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Research Scientist at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries ?

To be a Research Scientist at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in india, the key skills required include:

- Research
- Capa
- Risk Assessment
- Formulation
- Pharmacovigilance

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

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

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Lupin	₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year
Abbott	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Intas Pharmaceuticals	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹15.2 Lakhs per year
Wockhardt	₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹16.4 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 Scientist in companies similar to Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India?

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

Cipla	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Aurobindo Pharma	₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
Ajanta Pharma	₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Piramal Group	₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Pfizer	₹3.8 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 Research Scientist at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Scientist salary in India ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 175 Sun Pharmaceutical Industries latest salaries received from various employees of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries.

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Experience wise Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Research Scientist salaries

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