Design Director
Annual salary range
₹9 Lakhs - ₹70 Lakhs
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All Filters Design Director Salary in India (Updated 2025)
Based on 117
salaries
• Updated:
11 Jul 2025
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Design Director Salary in India ranges between ₹9 Lakhs to ₹70 Lakhs for 7 years of experience to 22 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 117 latest salaries received from Design Director.
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
17 -
23
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
|
₹51 L/yr - ₹84.9 L/yr | |
20 -
27
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
|
₹50 L/yr - ₹82.1 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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12 -
16
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹18 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr | |
12 -
18
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹18.1 L/yr - ₹33.7 L/yr | |
16 -
21
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹20.9 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr | |
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19 -
20
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹24.3 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr | |
15 -
17
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹15 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr | |
20 -
23
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr | |
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15 -
19
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹24.2 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr | |
11 -
12
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹10 L/yr - ₹15.6 L/yr | |
Design Director salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
7
years
(6
salaries)
|  ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
8
years
(6
salaries)
| ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr |
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| |
9
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹11.5 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr |
10
years
(6
salaries)
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹86 L/yr |
11
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹15.6 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
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Design Director Jobs in India
Design Director
· 18-23 years
Gensler
Mumbai
Design Director
· 15-17 years
EKK Infrastructure Ltd.
Ernakulam
Design Director
· 10-11 years
fitch
Mumbai
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Design Director Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Design Director
9 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹52 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Design Director
8 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹10.1 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr |
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| |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Design Director
7 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr |
New Delhi
Design Director
7 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
Pune
Design Director
12 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹10.5 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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Design Director Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Design Director
14 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹28 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Internet Design Director
9 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹25 L/yr - ₹56 L/yr |
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Financial Services Design Director
16 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹24 L/yr - ₹58 L/yr |
Engineering & Construction Design Director
11 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹11.5 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr |
Software Product Design Director
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹24.2 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Design Director Salaries
What is the salary of a Design Director in India?
The salary of a Design Director in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Design Director salaries ranges from ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹51.0 Lakhs to ₹84.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 117 salaries received from various Design Directors across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹51.0 Lakhs to ₹84.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 117 salaries received from various Design Directors across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Design Director in India?
The annual salary for Design Director in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Design Director are
Salary expectations for Design Director may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Design Director Salary in Noida | ₹72.9 Lakhs to ₹97.8 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Chennai | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Mumbai | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Pune | ₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Design Director in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Design Director in India are:
| Design Director Salary in Emerging Technologies | ₹51.0 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Software Product | ₹24.2 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Internet | ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹56.0 Lakhs per year |
| Design Director Salary in Financial Services | ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹58.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Design Director in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Design Director salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Design Director take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Design Director salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 7 years | ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹86.0 Lakhs per year |
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