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The average salary in India ranges just like the minimum wage between states. It is reported that the national average monthly salary is of INR 32,840, which equates to approximately $422 USD with the current exchange rate.
The average salary is New Delhi is higher than anywhere else in India. For a skilled worker, the average salary as of 2023 is reported around 576,000 INR a year or 48,000 INR a month ($588.84 USD). This average is different between industries, roles, education level and experience.
There are significant regional differences in average salary, and also differences based on if a worker is unskilled, skilled, and has formal tertiary education.
The average salary in India is one of the lowest in the South East Asian region, especially for skilled workers. This gives a chance for foreign employers to find highly skilled talent for a fraction of the price they would pay in their own country.
Figures based on data from Paylab.
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Salaries within sales and marketing can vary significantly in India, with entry level or retail like sales paying out salaries on the lower end. Here are some common ranges for salaries for sales jobs in India.
No matter what industry you are looking to hire employees in India in, we can help you find skilled talent that suits your companies needs and advise you on ranges specific to roles in your industry. Contact us for a free consultation for your hiring project.
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As India already has a very competitive market for low cost labour and talent, it will be hard to find similar high-quality employees in other countries. However, as India has one of the world’s largest talent pools, with significant regional variances between salary averages, you may be able to find talent closer to your budget outside the major hubs in India.
There are a few states that have the lowest average salaries for a range of skilled and clerical employment opportunities. Lakshadweep Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have consistently seen the lowest average salaries across the country for workers.
