Cost Accountant
Annual salary range
₹2 Lakhs - ₹14.5 Lakhs
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• Updated:
15 Jul 2025
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Cost Accountant Salary in India ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 11 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k latest salaries received from Cost Accountant.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
0 -
7
yrs
exp.
(15 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr | |
2 -
6
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr | |
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1 -
8
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr | |
2 -
13
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr | |
0 -
4
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr | |
0 -
6
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr | |
2 -
9
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
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₹10.5 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr | |
2 -
7
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹19.4 L/yr | |
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8 -
13
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
0 -
5
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹2.7 L/yr | |
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Cost Accountant salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(252
salaries)
|  ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
2
years
(297
salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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| |
3
years
(280
salaries)
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr |
4
years
(220
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr |
5
years
(243
salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr |
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Cost Accountant Jobs in India
Cost Accountant
· 1-5 years
Foxconn
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Cost Accountant
· 10-15 years
Zydus Lifesciences
Ahmedabad
Cost Accountant
· 0-1 year
Axis Bank
Mumbai Suburban +3 more
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| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
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| ₹4.9 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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years
exp.
(11.6k salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr |
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1 -
9
years
exp.
(1L salaries)
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr |
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1 -
9
years
exp.
(1.5k salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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Cost Accountant Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Mumbai
Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
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| |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Cost Accountant
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
Chennai
Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr |
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Cost Accountant Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Manufacturing Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
Industrial Machinery Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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Engineering & Construction Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Pharma Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr |
Fashion & Textile Cost Accountant
1 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Cost Accountant Salaries
What is the salary of a Cost Accountant in India?
The salary of a Cost Accountant in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Cost Accountant salaries ranges from ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k salaries received from various Cost Accountants across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k salaries received from various Cost Accountants across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Cost Accountant in India?
The annual salary for Cost Accountant in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Cost Accountant are
Salary expectations for Cost Accountant may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Cost Accountant Salary in Pune | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Chennai | ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹11.8 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Noida | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Cost Accountant in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Cost Accountant in India are:
| Cost Accountant Salary in Automobile | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Power | ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Industrial Machinery | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Cost Accountant Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹17.1 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Cost Accountant in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Cost Accountant salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Cost Accountant take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Cost Accountant salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year |
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