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CAO Salary in India (Updated 2025)

Based on 47 salaries • Updated: 25 Jun 2025
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Annual salary range

₹1.5 Lakh - ₹42.4 Lakhs

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CAO Salary in India ranges between ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹42.4 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 28 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 47 latest salaries received from CAO.

Latest annual salaries shared by CAOs

1w ago

IIM Amritsar

CAO

28 years exp.

₹42.4 Lakhs
5mo ago

Reliance Retail

CAO

1 year exp.

₹1.7 Lakh

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CAO salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
1 year
(10 salaries)
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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr

2 years
(9 salaries)
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₹0.1 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

3 years
(5 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹3.1 L/yr

4 years
(5 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

5 years
(3 salaries)
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₹1.3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

9 years
(1 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

10 years
(2 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹11.4 L/yr

11 years
(1 salaries)
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₹19.2 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr

12 years
(1 salaries)
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₹50 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

14 years
(1 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

15+ years
(12 salaries)
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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹42.4 L/yr

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CAO Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
New Delhi
CAO
1 - 28 years exp.
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹42.4 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
CAO
2 - 22 years exp.
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Kolkata
CAO
1 - 2 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

Indore
CAO
2 - 15 years exp.
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

Balasore
CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹2 L/yr

Bhubaneswar
CAO
2 - 4 years exp.
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹2.9 L/yr

Chennai
CAO
1 - 10 years exp.
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₹7 L/yr - ₹13.1 L/yr

Mumbai
CAO
3 years exp.
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹3.6 L/yr

Lucknow
CAO
4 years exp.
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

Patiala
CAO
21 years exp.
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr

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CAO Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Retail

CAO
1 - 5 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr

Beauty & Personal Care

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

Consumer Electronics & Appliances

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

FMCG

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

Jewellery

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

Fashion & Textile

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

IT Services & Consulting

CAO
2 - 10 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

Oil & Gas

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹3.1 L/yr

BPO

CAO
2 - 4 years exp.
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.3 L/yr

Petrochemicals

CAO
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹3.1 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about CAO Salaries

What is the salary of a CAO in India?
The salary of a CAO in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, CAO salaries ranges from ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 47 salaries received from various CAOs across industries.
What are the top paying cities for CAO in India?
The annual salary for CAO in India varies by location. Top paying cities for CAO are
CAO Salary in New Delhi ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in Chennai ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹13.1 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in Patiala ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in Indore ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for CAO may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for CAO in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for CAO in India are:
CAO Salary in Oil & Gas ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.1 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in Petrochemicals ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.1 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in IT Services & Consulting ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in BPO ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹2.3 Lakhs per year
CAO Salary in Retail ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
How does experience affect salaries of a CAO in India?
Experience significantly impacts a CAO salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as CAO take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. CAO salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹0.1 Lakhs to ₹2.5 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹3.1 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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