1、2025Salary Watch RGF International Recruitmentwww.rgf-Decoding the Salary DynamicsIndia01About the Report0102MDs Message0203Job Market Recap0304Salary&Compensation Trends0605Salary Guide by IndustryIndustrial ManufacturingTechnology&DigitalHealthcare&Life SciencesConsumer Goods&RetailCorporate Servi

2、ces10101724323906About RGF45RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAbout the ReportRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaJob Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF01This RGF Salary Watch 2025 series report(hereinafter referred to as the Salary Watch reports)and all associated intellectual

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5、rd parties.RGF will pursue legal action against any infringement of its rights.The content of the Salary Watch reports is for reference only,and RGF assumes no responsibility for the outcomes of any business decisions made based on the Salary Watch report.Copyright StatementRGFs Salary Watch:India r

6、eport aims to shed light on salary trends and data across major industries and job levels in India.This report is composed of three main sections:This section addresses the full-year trends of 2024,focusing on year-on-year changes in hiring,talent growth,and interview acceptance.Job Market RecapBase

7、d on a survey conducted in December 2024,this section provides insights into candidates sentiments and status regarding salary and compensation from a job-search perspective.Salary and Compensation TrendsCollected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools,this data encompasse

8、s over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.Annual Basic Salary Range by IndustryDue to the real-time nature of some of this data,we encourage readers to use these insights at their discr

9、etion.MDs MessageManaging DirectorSachin KulshresthaRGF Professional Recruitment IndiaNavigating the 2025 Salary Landscape:Insights and Projections2024 was a year of continuous change and challenge,reflecting the dynamic global economy.Despite anticipated growth,many companies focused on cost reduct

10、ion and efciency in recruitment to adapt to a contracting business environment.Considering the economic cycle,its crucial to account for broader environmental impacts when shaping corporate strategies.Looking ahead to 2025,salary structures will be key in shaping company strategies,influenced by cos

11、t management,business growth,and organizational adjustments.To help companies make informed decisions on human resources,compensation,and benefits,we present the latest data in our Salary Watch report.This comprehensive report covers various industries and functional positions,ofering valuable insig

12、hts for both companies and job seekers.In 2025,the job market in India is projected to grow significantly,with notable variations across diferent sectors.The Industrial Manufacturing sector will see a moderate increase in job opportunities,driven by advancements in automation and smart manufacturing

13、 technologies.The Technology&Digital sector is set toexperience robust growth,driven by emerging technologies such as AI,machine learning,data analytics,and cloud computing.The Healthcare&Life Sciences sector will see substantial growth due to increased investment in healthcare infrastructure and th

14、e adoption of health tech solutions.The Consumer Goods&Retail sector is projected to grow considerably,reflecting a surge in both traditional and tech-enabled roles.The Corporate Services sector will see steady growth,with a focus on roles that support digital transformation and business efciency.As

15、 we navigate through ongoing uncertainties and changes,we remain optimistic about discovering new opportunities for growth.Despite the challenges,the economic stabilization and the diverse approaches organizations are taking to manage their budgets,we believe in the presence of guiding principles th

16、at will lead us toward the right path.Thank you once again for your continued support and collaboration.We look forward to empowering your strategic initiatives and supporting your growth in an increasingly competitive market.About the ReportMDs MessageJob Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalar

17、y Guide by IndustryAbout RGFRGF Salary Watch 2025:India02Indias hiring demand for mid to high level talent in 2024 has shown a fluctuating yet increasing trend overall.While there was a significant growth up to 6.79%in Q3,the average hiring demand dropped back in Q4.The Corporate Services sector exp

18、erienced the most significant volatility,with quarterly shifts exceeding 15%throughout the year.The highest demand for recruitment is concentrated at the middle of the year,such as May and July,and is relatively lower at the beginning and end of the year,although overall it is still higher than last

19、 year,reflecting changes in the market and continued positive developments.HiringDemand*RGF-owned database of hiring demand,compared to the 2023 average as a benchmark.RGF Salary Watch 2025:India2024 Job Market RecapQ1Q2Q3Q4Job Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF0

20、32.9%+4.7%+6.8%+1.8%+About the ReportMDs Message3.7%+Indias job market across 2024 remained relatively stable,with a mild increase in talent activity during the first half and a gradual decline the second half.Compared to 2023,overall job searching activity reflects a cautious approach among candida

21、tes.However,the Healthcare&Life Sciences sector stood out,maintaining consistent level throughout the year.This resilience highlights the sectors growing significance and steady demand for specialized talents,even as other industries faced reduced engagement.TalentGrowth*RGF-owned database of the nu

22、mber of candidates actively job-seeking,compared to the 2023 average as a benchmark.RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaQ1Q2Q3Q4Job Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF045%1.6%3.8%+About the ReportMDs Message2024 Job Market RecapIn 2024,the job interview acceptance rate in

23、India showed a modest improvement,with the average ratio of candidates entering the interview stage increasing by approximately 5%compared to 2023.This positive shift,while incremental,reflects a steady hiring demand across industries.This slight increase highlights a balanced talent market where op

24、portunities and candidate engagement align closely,supporting a more proactive hiring landscape.InterviewAcceptance*RGF-owned database of the ratio of newly submitted candidates entering the interview stage,compared to the 2023 average as a benchmark.RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaQ1+4.8%Q2+4.7%Q3+4.8%Q

25、4+4.7%Job Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF05About the ReportMDs Message4.8%+4.8%+2024 Job Market RecapWhen asked if they received a salary increase in 2024,the data indicates a relatively balanced response from Indian employees perspective.A majority of respond

26、ents,around 49%,reported receiving a salary increase.Meanwhile,a significant portion,45%,experienced no change in their earnings.Only a small minority,6%,saw a reduction in their salary.A Balanced Salary Snapshot in India:49%Get Raises,45%Stay Steady,6%Take a HitSalary and compensation consistently

27、top the list as one of the most exciting incentives for career advancement,especially in Indias job market,where they play a crucial role as motivators.Results showed that 35%of Indias employees are satisfied with their current salary and compensation package.However,a majority,53%,expressed dissati

28、sfaction,highlighting a significant level of discontent among the workforce.Additionally,12%of respondents were neutral,neither satisfied nor dissatisfied with their compensation.Employee Salary Satisfaction:Majority Discontent Despite 35%Happywith PayRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaQuestion:Have you rec

29、eived a salary increase in 2024?YesNo49%45%6%No,I received a salary decreaseQuestion:How satisfied are you with your current salary&compensationpackage?SatisfiedDissatisfiedNeutral35%53%12%Salary&Compensation TrendsJob Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF06Data fro

30、m the survey conducted in December 2024 captures the sentiment and status of candidates regarding salary and compensation from a job-search perspective.*About the ReportMDs MessageResponding to the dynamic nature of Indias job market,71%of respondents are currently open to seeking new job opportunit

31、ies,indicating a significantly high level of job mobility.Additionally,24%plan to look for new jobs in the first half of 2025,and 5%intend to do so in the second half of 2025.Notably,none of the surveyed employees have expressed plans to stay in their current jobs,reflecting a dynamic job market in

32、India with a strong desire for change among the workforce.71%of Indias Employees Open to New Job Opportunities AmidDynamic MarketWhen it comes to desired salary increases for job changes among Indias employees,a substantial majority,90%,are looking for an increase of 11%or more.Only 4%would consider

33、 a raise between 6%and 10%,and none are seeking a 1%-5%increase.Additionally,6%of employees are open to new job opportunities even without a salary increase,indicating that for some,factors other than salary may be a priority.90%of Indias Employees Seek 11%+Salary Hike for Job ChangesRGF Salary Watc

34、h 2025:IndiaQuestion:When are you likely to look for a new job?Im open to a new job now71%H1 202524%No plans to leave0%5%H2 2025Question:What is your desired salary increase for a job change?1%-5%0%6%-10%4%I can accept new job opportunities with no increase6%90%11%or moreSalary&Compensation TrendsJo

35、b Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF07About the ReportMDs MessageData from the survey conducted in December 2024 captures the sentiment and status of candidates regarding salary and compensation from a job-search perspective.*Significantly,we also found that for

36、Indias employees,the most critical component of a compensation package is the base salary,with 58%prioritizing it.Flexibility in work hours is also highly valued,being the second most important aspect at 28%.Commission or bonus schemes are considered important by 9%of respondents,while stock options

37、 are the least prioritized,with only 5%finding them significant.This suggests that while additional benefits are appreciated,a solid base salary and work-life balance are paramount for Indias employees.Base Salary Tops Priorities for Indian Employees,Flexibility andBonuses FollowHowever,when it come

38、s to preferences between a higher salary and more comprehensive benefits,a majority of 56%of Indias employees prefer a balance of both.This suggests that while financial compensation is important,employees also value additional benefits.A significant 32%would choose a higher salary over more benefit

39、s,while 12%would opt for more comprehensive benefits,which may include health insurance,retirement plans,or other perks that contribute to overall job satisfaction and well-being.56%of Indias Employees Seek Balance Between Salary and BenefitsBase salary58%Question:What is the most important aspect o

40、f a compensation packagefor you?Flexibility in work hoursCommission/bonus schemes28%9%5%Stock optionsQuestion:Would you prefer a higher salary or more comprehensivebenefits?Higher salaryMore comprehensive benefitsA balance of both32%12%56%Salary&Compensation TrendsRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaJob Mark

41、et RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF08About the ReportMDs MessageData from the survey conducted in December 2024 captures the sentiment and status of candidates regarding salary and compensation from a job-search perspective.*Surprisingly,when it comes to rewards for p

42、erformance,the survey results showed Indias employees strongly prefer additional learning and development opportunities,with 50%favoring this type of reward.This highlights a significant emphasis on personal and professional growth.Monetary bonuses are also valued,with 41%of respondents preferring t

43、hem.Public recognition and promotion are less prioritized,with only 5%each indicating a preference for these rewards.Indias Employees Favor Learning Opportunities Over Bonuses forPerformance Rewards2025 Salary Trends:Inflation Adjustments,Equity,and Performance-Based Incentives ExpectedRegarding the

44、 anticipated salary and compensation trends for 2025,the results revealed that 38%expect salary adjustments due to inflation,reflecting concerns about the cost of living.An increased focus on equity and fairness,as well as greater transparency in pay scales,are each anticipated by 23%of respondents.

45、Meanwhile,15%foresee a rise in performance-based incentives.These insights reflect hopes for a more equitable,transparent,and performance-oriented compensation landscape.RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaMonetary bonuses41%5%Additional learning/development opportunities50%5%PromotionQuestion:How do you pre

46、fer to be rewarded for your performance?Public recognitionSalary&Compensation Trends23%23%38%15%Question:What do you think will be the biggest change in salary andcompensation trends in 2025?Increased focus on equity and fairnessGreater transparency in pay scalesSalary adjustments due to inflationMo

47、re performance-based incentivesJob Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF09About the ReportMDs MessageData from the survey conducted in December 2024 captures the sentiment and status of candidates regarding salary and compensation from a job-search perspective.*Tech

48、nology&DigitalIndustrial ManufacturingHealthcare&Life SciencesConsumer Goods&RetailCorporate ServicesRGF Salary Watch 2025:India10Industrial ManufacturingSalary increase that employers are projected to ofer when externally hiring in 20252025*2024*Average annual salary increase received by employeesE

49、mployees salary increase expectation in the next 612 monthsProjectedaverageannualsalaryincreasebyemployers 9%10%9%8%8%8%RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaKey Salary Figures-Industrial Manufacturing11RGF Talent in Asia 2024 India Report,which compiles talent survey responses from around 200 employers and ca

50、ndidatesRGF Forecasts are derived from the combined data of past years hiring placements and job search information from the RGF-owned database*Key Salary Figures-Industrial ManufacturingTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Industrial ManufacturingHot Jobs-Industrial Manufacturing20-25%Manufac

51、turing,Production&Operation8-12%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Analytical Skills,Supply Chain Management,Continuous ImprovementSkills in DemandR&D10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Advanced Manufacturing Techniques,GxP,Standard Operating Procedure(SOP),Chemi

52、stry backgroundSkills in DemandManager/Supervisor/EngineerManager/SupervisorManager/SupervisorQuality Management8-12%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Automation,QA Engineering,Supplier DevelopmentSkills in DemandSales10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Sales Ma

53、nagement,Sales Processes Optimization,CRMSkills in DemandMarketing8-12%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Digital Marketing,Market Research,Strategic PlanningSkills in DemandRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Industrial Manufacturing12Key Salary Figures-Industrial ManufacturingTable

54、 of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Industrial ManufacturingHot Jobs-Industrial ManufacturingManager/Business Development Manager/Account ExecutiveManagerR&DPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisorEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal

55、 MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME7,5007,0005,2002,4001,8001,8002,2001,9001,45095078075020,00018,00013,5005,5003,2004,5003,2002,8002,4001,8001,6201,700RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary RangeIndustrial Manufacturing(Unit:1,000 INR)Senior ManagementPosi

56、tionMinMaxCEO/PresidentGMVPCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME22,47715,50012,88012,50010,69210,5009,0009,0007,00044,08431,15023,63232,00022,89822,00025,50022,00016,50013Data collected between January 2024 and

57、January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*Key Salary Figures-Industrial ManufacturingTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Indus

58、trial ManufacturingHot Jobs-Industrial ManufacturingRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range14Table of ContentsKey Salary Figures-Industrial ManufacturingHot Jobs-Industrial ManufacturingAnnual Basic Salary Range-Industrial ManufacturingManufacturing,Production&OperationPositionMinMaxDir

59、ectorManagerSupervisorEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME8,7008,7006,7004,6002,9001,9002,5001,9001,2501,20085045014,80015,0008,7006,0003,7502,7003,7002,8001,9001,8

60、501,600950Industrial Manufacturing(Unit:1,000 INR)Application EngineeringPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME8,8007,3006,5002,2501,7901,4801,1501,05080012,00010,1009,0003,80

61、02,9902,4501,6001,5001,200Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:Ind

62、iaAnnual Basic Salary Range15Key Salary Figures-Industrial ManufacturingTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Industrial ManufacturingHot Jobs-Industrial ManufacturingProject ManagementPositionMinMaxDirectorManager EngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/

63、Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME4,0003,0003,0002,5002,0001,5001,0508007007,8006,0005,5004,0002,7502,3001,3501,2001,150Quality ManagementPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisorEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal

64、MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME10,5009,0006,7004,3502,5501,9002,6501,9001,2501,25078048014,80013,2009,8006,0003,8002,8003,7502,6501,9001,9001,550900Industrial Manufacturing(Unit:1,000 INR)Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent

65、 pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range16Key Salary Figures-Industrial ManufacturingTable of ContentsAnnual Basi

66、c Salary Range-Industrial ManufacturingHot Jobs-Industrial ManufacturingMarketingPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME8,8007,3005,8003,9003,4002,60013,50012,0009,3007,2006,3004,700SalesPositionMinMaxSales DirectorManager

67、Business DevelopmentManagerAccount ExecutiveCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME5,5005,0005,6003,7003,3002,6504,5004,1003,3502,6002,3001,90011,50011,0009,6006,0005,5004,700

68、6,6006,3005,3003,3003,1003,000Industrial Manufacturing(Unit:1,000 INR)Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other ad

69、ditional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:India17Technology&DigitalIndustrial ManufacturingHealthcare&Life SciencesConsumer Goods&RetailCorporate ServicesTechnology&DigitalRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaKey Salary Figures-Technology&Digital18Key Salary Figures-Technology&DigitalTable of ContentsAnnual Ba

70、sic Salary Range-Technology&DigitalHot Jobs-Technology&DigitalSalary increase that employers are projected to ofer when externally hiring in 20252025*2024*Average annual salary increases received by employeesEmployees salary increase expectation in the next 612 monthsProjectedaverageannualsalaryincr

71、easebyemployers 12%12%10%9%12%9%RGF Talent in Asia 2024 India Report,which compiles talent survey responses from around 200 employers and candidatesRGF Forecasts are derived from the combined data of past years hiring placements and job search information from the RGF-owned database*12-20%RGF Salary

72、 Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Technology&Digital19Key Salary Figures-Technology&DigitalTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Technology&DigitalHot Jobs-Technology&DigitalAI&Data ScienceData Engineering,Machine Learning and Deep Learning,Natural Language Processing(NLP)Skills in Demand12-20%Predicte

73、d salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Cyber SecurityNetwork Security,Security Information and Event Management(SIEM),Vulnerability ManagementSkills in Demand12-20%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Big Data&Business IntelligenceData Warehousing,Hadoop,SQL,Apache Spark,Extract,Tr

74、ansform,Load(ETL)Skills in Demand12-20%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Director/Manager/Architect/EngineerDirector/Manager/EngineerDirector/Manager/EngineerRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range20Annual Basic Salary Range-Technology&DigitalHot Jobs-Technology&Digital

75、Key Salary Figures-Technology&DigitalTable of ContentsR&DPositionMinMaxDirectorArchitectEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME11,0009,4008,30010,3009,0006,7002,6002,3002,20014,00011,70010,30012,30011,0001

76、0,0004,8003,9003,100Technology&Digital(Unit:1,000 INR)Senior ManagementPositionMinMaxCEO/PresidentVPCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME23,00018,00011,20012,50011,3009,50039,00029,00015,00014,80014,30011,700Data collected between January 2024 and J

77、anuary 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range21Table of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary R

78、ange-Technology&DigitalHot Jobs-Technology&DigitalKey Salary Figures-Technology&DigitalAI&Data SciencePositionMinMaxDirectorManager/ArchitectEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME11,70010,3009,2006,7505,9

79、004,6002,7002,5001,95021,00018,30015,50011,7009,5006,8004,7504,3003,550Technology&Digital(Unit:1,000 INR)Mobile DevelopmentPositionMinMaxDirectorManager/ArchitectEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME9,70

80、08,5007,1005,7004,4003,8003,3002,0501,80013,00011,7008,3008,8007,0005,7005,3003,6003,000Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonus

81、es,or any other additional benefits.*Table of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Technology&DigitalHot Jobs-Technology&DigitalKey Salary Figures-Technology&DigitalRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range22Cyber SecurityPositionMinMaxDirectorManager EngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Loca

82、l/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME9,7008,8006,2004,0002,6501,7002,0001,5001,20014,30010,9007,8007,4504,4503,4003,3003,0002,200Technology&Digital(Unit:1,000 INR)Front-end&Back-end EngineeringPositionMinMaxDirectorManager/ArchitectEngineerCom

83、pany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME8,9507,7006,6006,8504,7503,5004,1003,5002,60012,10010,0007,6507,3505,8004,7005,9504,2003,900Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools enco

84、mpasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*Table of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Technology&DigitalHot Jobs-Technology&DigitalKey Salary Figures-Technology&DigitalRGF Salary

85、Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range23Software&Hardware DevelopmentPositionMinMaxDirectorManager/ArchitectEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME11,95011,30010,20010,0008,7506,3002,3001,9001,55023,200

86、21,20015,90017,70015,00011,0004,4003,6503,550Technology&Digital(Unit:1,000 INR)Big Data&Business IntelligencePositionMinMaxDirectorManager/ArchitectEngineerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME8,7007,6006,9006,0

87、004,7004,2004,0002,7001,60013,20011,0007,70010,7009,6007,2005,4004,1003,000Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any oth

88、er additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:India24Healthcare&Life SciencesIndustrial ManufacturingConsumer Goods&RetailCorporate ServicesTechnology&DigitalHealthcare&Life SciencesRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaKey Salary Figures-Healthcare&Life Sciences25Key Salary Figures-Healthcare&Life SciencesTab

89、le of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesSalary increase that employers are projected to ofer when externally hiring in 20252025*2024*Average annual salary increase received by employeesEmployees salary increase expectation in the next 612 mont

90、hsProjectedaverageannualsalaryincreasebyemployers 10%12%10%10%10%10%RGF Talent in Asia 2024 India Report,which compiles talent survey responses from around 200 employers and candidatesRGF Forecasts are derived from the combined data of past years hiring placements and job search information from the

91、 RGF-owned database*12-20%RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life Sciences26Key Salary Figures-Healthcare&Life SciencesTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesSenior Management/General ManagementIn Large Local/Global MNC HQPharm

92、aceutics background,Sales Management,Regulatory RequirementsSkills in Demand15-20%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025In SMESales Operations Management,Product Compliance,Business PlanningSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025R&DIn Large Local/Global

93、 MNC HQProduct R&D,Pharmaceuticsbackground,Chemistry backgroundSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025In SMEHigh-Performance Liquid Chromatography(HPLC),Formulation,Analytical ChemistrySkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Director

94、/Manager/ResearcherCEO/President/CXO/BU Head/GMRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life Sciences27Key Salary Figures-Healthcare&Life SciencesTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesQualityIn Large Local/Global MNC HQQuality Impro

95、vement,Good Manufacturing Practice(GMP),Quality SystemSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025In SMEQuality Auditing,SOP Development,Supplier DevelopmentSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025DirectorMarketingIn Large Local/Global MN

96、C HQMarket Research,Strategic Marketing,Integrated MarketingSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025In SMEDigital Marketing,Social Media Marketing,New Business DevelopmentSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025DirectorKey Salary Figu

97、res-Healthcare&Life SciencesTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life Sciences28Regulatory AfairsIn Large Local/Global MNC HQ/SMERegulatory Law,Regulatory Submissions,U.S.Food and Drug Admin

98、istration(FDA)Skills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Director/ManagerSalesIn Large Local/Global MNC HQ/SMESales Management,Sales Processes,Customer Relationship Management(CRM)Skills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025DirectorRGF Salar

99、y Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range29Annual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesHealthcare&Life Sciences(Unit:1,000 INR)Key Salary Figures-Healthcare&Life SciencesTable of ContentsR&DPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerResearcherCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Lo

100、cal/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME16,90012,95011,8008,0006,0005,9004,3003,8502,99922,70020,00016,0009,9007,9008,9005,6004,8904,890Senior Management/General ManagementPositionMinMaxCEO/PresidentCXOBU HeadGMVPCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Loc

101、al/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME20,00018,00012,00018,00015,0009,50013,00012,0008,0009,91010,6007,90013,10010,9008,30040,00035,00022,00022,00020,00015,00018,00015

102、,00014,00015,50014,40010,90017,90015,00012,900Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF S

103、alary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range30Annual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesHealthcare&Life Sciences(Unit:1,000 INR)Key Salary Figures-Healthcare&Life SciencesTable of ContentsRegulatory AfairsPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerNon-managementCompany

104、TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQ15,00010,90010,9005,8005,8004,9002,5902,80016,90014,99914,0006,0006,5005,9002,7802,900Production&OperationsPositionMinMaxDirectorCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME14,900

105、14,6909,90017,80016,90014,670Quality PositionMinMaxDirectorCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME14,96010,5807,80019,45013,80013,999Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used

106、 throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range31Annual Basic Salary Range-Healthcare&Life SciencesHot Jobs-Healthcare&Life SciencesHealthcare&Life Sciences(Unit:1,000 INR)Key Salary Figures-Healthcare&

107、Life SciencesTable of ContentsMarketingPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME5,8905,3004,2004,3994,1003,4998,7007,8007,2006,2905,9994,900SalesPositionMinMaxDirectorCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME14,5001

108、0,89010,65017,70014,90013,900Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:

109、IndiaConsumer Goods&Retail32Industrial ManufacturingCorporate ServicesTechnology&DigitalHealthcare&Life SciencesConsumer Goods&RetailRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaKey Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&Retail33Key Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&RetailTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Consumer Goods&

110、RetailHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&RetailSalary increase that employers are projected to ofer when externally hiring in 20252025*2024*Average annual salary increase received by employeesEmployees salary increase expectation in the next 612 monthsProjectedaverageannualsalaryincreasebyemployers9%12%10%7%10

111、%8%RGF Talent in Asia 2024 India Report,which compiles talent survey responses from around 200 employers and candidatesRGF Forecasts are derived from the combined data of past years hiring placements and job search information from the RGF-owned database*10-15%Business Strategy&CommercialE-Commerce1

112、0-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Technical Proficiency,SEO,Global E-CommerceSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence,Financial Acumen,Commercial ManagementSkills in DemandDigitalization10-15%Predicted

113、 salary increase for changing jobs in 2025E-commerce and Omnichannel Strategy,Data Analytics and Business Intelligence,CybersecuritySkills in DemandMarketing&Branding10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Digital Content Marketing,Search Engine Optimization(SEO),Data Analytics and

114、InterpretationSkills in DemandRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&Retail34Key Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&RetailTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Consumer Goods&RetailHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&RetailDirector/Manager/SupervisorDirector/Manager/SupervisorDirector/Manager/Superv

115、isorDirector/Manager/SupervisorRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range35Key Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&RetailTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Consumer Goods&RetailHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&RetailConsumer Goods&Retail(Unit:1,000 INR)Sales&Business DevelopmentPositionMinMaxDire

116、ctor/HeadManager/Senior ManagerSupervisor Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME23,71220,38413,3406,6125,3763,8883,4503,0161,97235,91026,20823,08410,6729,0726,3725,4054,7563,480Senior ManagementPositionMinMaxCEO/

117、PresidentCXOBU HeadVP/GMCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME31,00020,00011,00019,8008,6815,83017,84012,4637,5159,7189,1645,75070,00048,00014,50031,00012,2439,32937,78926,08

118、210,69017,62812,64410,350Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:Indi

119、aAnnual Basic Salary Range36Key Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&RetailTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Consumer Goods&RetailHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&RetailConsumer Goods&Retail(Unit:1,000 INR)E-CommercePositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisor Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEG

120、lobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME30,70912,52810,7806,9766,3723,8504,6003,3062,35245,68931,32024,31010,3559,5047,8106,5555,5863,360Business Strategy&CommercialPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisor Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNC

121、Large Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME20,40613,67310,1014,8304,4462,0702,5922,0521,34428,27221,58313,4319,5458,2085,1754,4284,5602,800Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic sala

122、ry definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range37Key Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&RetailTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Consumer Goods&RetailHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&RetailC

123、onsumer Goods&Retail(Unit:1,000 INR)DigitalizationPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisor Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME34,04819,76413,4525,4064,1042,8502,8252,1851,25455,21640,28428,2729,1166,2644,1044,8

124、594,1401,938CRM&Account ManagementPositionMinMaxManagerSupervisor Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME3,6382,8891,7282,6161,7289905,6714,2802,9164,2512,8081,870Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompa

125、sses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range38Key Salary Figures-Consumer Goods&RetailTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Co

126、nsumer Goods&RetailHot Jobs-Consumer Goods&RetailConsumer Goods&Retail(Unit:1,000 INR)Marketing&BrandingPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisor Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME20,95214,02210,3238,3226,1563,

127、4804,0322,7361,38031,32023,37015,09612,0848,3224,6407,3924,3322,185Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other addit

128、ional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:India39Corporate ServicesIndustrial ManufacturingTechnology&DigitalHealthcare&Life SciencesConsumer Goods&RetailCorporate ServicesRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaKey Salary Figures-Corporate Services40Key Salary Figures-Corporate ServicesTable of ContentsAnnual Basic

129、 Salary Range-Corporate ServicesHot Jobs-Corporate ServicesSalary increase that employers are projected to ofer when externally hiring in 20252025*2024*Average annual salary increases received by employeesEmployees salary increase expectation in the next 612 monthsProjectedaverageannualsalaryincreas

130、ebyemployers10%12%10%10%24%10%RGF Talent in Asia 2024 India Report,which compiles talent survey responses from around 200 employers and candidates*15-20%RGF Forecasts are derived from the combined data of past years hiring placements and job search information from the RGF-owned database*RGF Salary

131、Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Corporate Services41Key Salary Figures-Corporate ServicesTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Corporate ServicesHot Jobs-Corporate ServicesFinance&AccountingIn Large Local/Global MNC HQStrategic Financial Planning,Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management,Capital Raisi

132、ng and M&ASkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025In SMECash Flow Management,Technology and Data Analytics,Cost Management and EfficiencySkills in Demand8-12%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025CFOLegal&ComplianceIn Large Local/Global MNC HQRegulatory

133、Compliance and Risk Management,Corporate Governance,Data Privacy and CybersecuritySkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025DirectorGeneral Afairs,Admin&SecretaryIn Large Local/Global MNC HQOrganizational and Project Management,Communication Skills,Technology Proficien

134、cySkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025DirectorRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaHot Jobs-Corporate Services42Key Salary Figures-Corporate ServicesTable of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Corporate ServicesHot Jobs-Corporate ServicesHRIn Global MNCGlobal Talent Managem

135、ent,Digital HR Transformation,Strategic Workforce PlanningSkills in Demand20-25%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025In Large Local/Global MNC HQChange Management,Employee Engagement and Retention,Labor Relations and ComplianceSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changin

136、g jobs in 2025In SMEHR Generalist Skills,Talent Acquisition and Development,Cost ManagementSkills in Demand15-20%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025CHRO/DirectorFinance&Accounting In Large Local/Global MNC HQSkills in Demand10-15%Predicted salary increase for changing jobs in 2025Str

137、ategic Financial Planning,Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management,Data Analytics and Financial TechnologyDirectorRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range43Table of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Corporate ServicesHot Jobs-Corporate ServicesKey Salary Figures-Corporate ServicesCorpor

138、ate Services(Unit:1,000 INR)Finance&AccountingPositionMinMaxCFODirectorManagerCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNC10,35011,0907,3999,5808,6004,9996,20023,69923,79917,99918,00018,30012,5008,900HRPositionMinMaxCHRODirectorManagerSupervisor

139、Company TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCGlobal MNC8,5006,9994,9998,5005,9994,7997,3003,50023,30018,29910,90013,50011,8999,9009,9995,450Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 c

140、andidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonuses,or any other additional benefits.*RGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaAnnual Basic Salary Range44Table of ContentsAnnual Basic Salary Range-Corporate ServicesHot Jobs-Corporate ServicesKey Salary Figur

141、es-Corporate ServicesCorporate Services(Unit:1,000 INR)Supply ChainPositionMinMaxDirectorManagerSupervisorSpecialistCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCGlobal MNCGlobal MNC9,8008,7007,1005,0003,8001,89918,99915,70014,78010,8996,5003,899Legal&Compliance PositionMinMaxGeneral C

142、ounselDirectorManagerSupervisorSpecialistCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSMEGlobal MNCGlobal MNCGlobal MNC9,3007,3005,9998,3007,2004,7002,5001,30069921,90014,70011,89014,90012,50011,9005,9003,5001,399General Afairs,Admin&Secretary PositionMinMaxDi

143、rectorCompany TypeGlobal MNCLarge Local/Global MNC HQSME8,0007,4005,30018,99912,56011,800Data collected between January 2024 and January 2025 from RGF-owned talent pools encompasses over 180,000 candidates.The annual basic salary definition used throughout this report excludes allowances,stocks,bonu

144、ses,or any other additional benefits.*About RGFYears of historySpecialised across all industry sectors and job functions27+Focus on senior executives to middle management search to fulfil organisational goals,strategic planning development and overall decision making that afects the entire business

145、organisation.RGF Executive SearchHiring of managerial and specialist positions who are essential to the real work of the business dealing with the people,customers and teams driving the business cross-functionally.They can also be considered developmental candidates for executive senior leadership p

146、ositions.RGF Professional RecruitmentFills a range of managerial,specialist and staf positions at Japanese companies that require Japanese language skills.Draws on a deep understanding of Japanese companies with a vast database of Japanese-speaking personnel to find the right candidates.RGF HR Agent

147、RGF International Recruitment is a global brand of Japan-based Recruit Group.RGF International Recruitment provides total recruiting solutions of superior quality that advance the career opportunities of individuals at all levels.Through unrivalled service,dedication to the high quality recruitment

148、solutions and a commitment to our clients and candidates,RGF has grown rapidly to become one of the largest regional networks with 18 ofces in 14 cities across Asia.We aim to unleash the potential of individuals and companies by providing consistently superior HR solutions.For more information,marke

149、t insights,and advice on career and talent search requirements,please visit www.india.rgf-.6K+Placements per yearWe find the right talent18Offices in AsiaTo support your regional recruitment needsOur Brands and ServicesRGF Salary Watch 2025:IndiaJob Market RecapSalary&Compensation TrendsSalary Guide by IndustryAbout RGF45About the ReportMDs Message