As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research and Development Associate I in India is $8,635, with an hourly rate of $4, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from $6,447 to $11,112, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   $6,447
50TH(Median)   $8,635
75TH   $11,112
Research and Development Associate I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Research and Development Associate I Salary $6,447 India April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Research and Development Associate I Salary $8,635 India April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Research and Development Associate I Salary $11,112 India April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Research and Development Associate I Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Research and Development Associate I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Research and Development Associate I is about $8,635 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of $4, a monthly salary of about $720, and a weekly pay of around $166. Click the switch button below to see more details about Research and Development Associate I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Research and Development Associate Is Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Research and Development Associate I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn $514 - $538, while Intermediate make $519 - $544, Senior earn $528 - $556, Specialist earn $530 - $558, Expert can reach $532 - $560 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Research and Development Associate I $530
Intermediate Level Research and Development Associate I $534
Senior Level Research and Development Associate I $546
Specialist Level Research and Development Associate I $548
Expert Level Research and Development Associate I $550
$530 0 yr
$534 < 2 yrs
$546 2-4 yrs
$548 5-8 yrs
$550 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 94%
Intermediate Level 94%
Senior Level 94%
Specialist Level 94%
Expert Level 94%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in India for Research and Development Associate I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in India for Research and Development Associate I are Mumbai, Kanpur, and Jaipur. In Mumbai, the average salary is $9,358 per year, while Kanpur offers $8,065, and Jaipur pays around $7,841 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Research and Development Associate IV or Research and Development Associate I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Research and Development Associate IV makes more than a Research and Development Associate I. A Research and Development Associate IV earns an average annual salary of $43,593. And a Research and Development Associate I earns an average annual salary of $8,635.

Research and Development Associate I Job Openings in India

Research Associate (Secondary Research)
Unimrkt Research
Gurgaon, HR

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Research Analyst
TechSci Research
Noida/ Greater Noida, UP

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Business Development Associate
ANVITA TOURS2HEALTH PVT. LTD.
Ernakulam, KL

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Business Development Associate
ANVITA TOURS2HEALTH PVT. LTD.
Ernakulam, KL

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Business Development Associate
ANVITA TOURS2HEALTH PVT. LTD.
Ernakulam, KL

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Business Development Associate
ANVITA TOURS2HEALTH PVT. LTD.
Ernakulam, KL

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Business Development Associate
ANVITA TOURS2HEALTH PVT. LTD.
Ernakulam, KL

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Business Development Associate
ANVITA TOURS2HEALTH PVT. LTD.
Ernakulam, KL

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