Department Manager
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₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹22.4 Lakhs
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All Filters Department Manager Salary in India (Updated 2025)
Based on 14.7k
salaries
• Updated:
19 Jul 2025
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Department Manager Salary in India ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹22.4 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 14 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 14.7k latest salaries received from Department Manager.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
USHA International Department Manager Salary
6 years exp |  | |
ABC Consultants Department Manager Salary
6 years exp | | |
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6 years exp | | |
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6 years exp | | |
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6 years exp | | 1 job opening |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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14
yrs
exp.
(2.6k salaries)
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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | 16 job openings |
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13
yrs
exp.
(1.3k salaries)
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr | 18 job openings |
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14
yrs
exp.
(836 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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12
yrs
exp.
(690 salaries)
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr | |
1 -
13
yrs
exp.
(613 salaries)
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr | |
0 -
12
yrs
exp.
(462 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
3 -
12
yrs
exp.
(323 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
0 -
14
yrs
exp.
(305 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr | |
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7
yrs
exp.
(304 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
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15
yrs
exp.
(302 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr | |
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Department Manager salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(5
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr |
2
years
(1.1k
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr |
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3
years
(1.2k
salaries)
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
4
years
(1.3k
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr |
5
years
(1.6k
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
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Department Manager Jobs in India
Department Manager
· 2-6 years
Reliance Retail
₹2.5
L/yr
- ₹5.5
L/yr
(AmbitionBox estimate)
Chandrapur +3 more
Department Manager
· 2-7 years
H and M Hennes and Mauritz (P) Ltd.
Jodhpur
Department Manager
· 2-7 years
ABFRL
Jamshedpur
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| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Department Manager Salary
1 -
14
years
exp.
(14.7k salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr |
Deputy Manager Salary
3 -
15
years
exp.
(2.3L salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹18.4 L/yr |
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Assistant Manager Salary
2 -
13
years
exp.
(6.1L salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹17.4 L/yr |
Senior Department Manager Salary
4 -
16
years
exp.
(240 salaries)
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹26.1 L/yr |
Section Manager Salary
5 -
17
years
exp.
(1.8k salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
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Salary reviews by Department Manager and similar roles
Flipkart
Assistant Manager
• updated on 13 Jun 2025
Likes
- Employee benefits are good - Job security - Work life balance
- Job security - Excellent
Dislikes
-Politics - No hike in last 3 years - No support from HR -Work is slowly turning toxic during to cost cutting as company progress for IPO -Due to quick commerce churning market share their is huge pressure from leadership making life difficult even during BAU days also -Every year 8% target of putting employee in PIP means if you are not top priority you will be put in PIP irrespective of your work
read more- Skill development - Poor
+3 more
V-Mart
Assistant Manager
• updated on 29 Apr 2025
Likes
Owner and Director Shri Lalit Agrawal. Down to earth person. Very friendly very motivational. Entire team is a family. No doubt pressure is everywhere and target is everywhere but the way team handles the situation and you gets appreciated rewarded receive kudos make the company best everywhere.
read more- Skill development - Excellent
+2 more
Reliance Retail
Department Manager
• updated on 25 May 2025
Likes
career growth opportunities, a good work environment, and the chance to develop new skills.
- Salary - Good
+6 more
Dislikes
long working hours and lack of work-life balance. They also express concerns about low pay, limited growth opportunities, and a perceived lack of employee welfare.
read moreReliance Industries
Deputy Manager
• updated on 04 Jun 2025
Likes
Salary on time Good support from PF team
- Skill development - Excellent
+2 more
Dislikes
No work specific Job assign No quality assurance by Network Operations team that why customers are not satisfied
- Promotions - Poor
+1 more
Trent
Department Manager
• updated on 30 May 2025
Likes
Working culture is best of my life. Very helpful for me
- Salary - Good
+6 more
Dislikes
Work is best but compared with salary not happy.
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Department Manager Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr |
Mumbai
Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
Kolkata
Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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Department Manager Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Retail Department Manager
1 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr |
Fashion & Textile Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr |
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Consumer Electronics & Appliances Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr |
FMCG Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr |
Jewellery Department Manager
2 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Department Manager Salaries
What is the salary of a Department Manager in India?
The salary of a Department Manager in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Department Manager salaries ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹22.4 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹22.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹24.2 Lakhs to ₹30.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 14.7k salaries received from various Department Managers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹22.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹24.2 Lakhs to ₹30.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 14.7k salaries received from various Department Managers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Department Managers?
Department Manager Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| USHA International Department Manager Salary | ₹24.2 Lakhs to ₹30.9 Lakhs per year |
| ABC Consultants Department Manager Salary | ₹24.6 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs per year |
| American Broadcasting Company Department Manager Salary | ₹21.9 Lakhs to ₹32.1 Lakhs per year |
| TCS Department Manager Salary | ₹20.4 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs per year |
| Flipkart Department Manager Salary | ₹10 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Department Manager in India?
The annual salary for Department Manager in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Department Manager are
Salary expectations for Department Manager may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Department Manager Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Chennai | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Ahmedabad | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹12.8 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Department Manager in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Department Manager in India are:
| Department Manager Salary in Manufacturing | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Internet | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Consumer goods | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹16.3 Lakhs per year |
| Department Manager Salary in Retail | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Department Manager in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Department Manager salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Department Manager take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Department Manager salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year |
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