50% of professionals earn between ₹6,00,000 - ₹25,00,000 INR
The median salary is ₹13,00,000
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The average salary for a Research Scientist in India is INR 6,00,000 - INR 25,00,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is INR 19,00,000 per year, based on 1,203 active job listings.
The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in India are Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru / Bangalore, Ahmedabad. Bengaluru leads with 116 job openings.
Leading employers for Research Scientist roles in India include Call For Referral, MNR Solutions, Ormae, Michael Page.
Explore 1,203 Research Scientist job listings in India on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.