Game Developer
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All Filters Game Developer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• Updated:
23 Jun 2025
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Game Developer Salary in India ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹19.6 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 6 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.7k latest salaries received from Game...
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Game Developer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
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Fresher
(212
salaries)
|  ₹1 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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year
(429
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| ₹1.4 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
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(413
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| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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(327
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| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
4
years
(154
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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· 5-7 years
ManekTech
Ahmedabad
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· 5-7 years
Cloud Counselage Pvt. Ltd.
Game Developer
· 4-8 years
Games24x7
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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Senior Game Developer
• updated on 26 May 2022
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...ally and professionally.Very friendly environment ,lot of games for refreshment.Hike and bonus is directly proportional to talent.
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• updated on 14 Mar 2022
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I've been responsible for training large executive teams to operate independently. It's a respectable job with high pay, after all, it is a highly sought after job.
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• updated on 02 Jul 2023
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Best work culture I have witnessed with many learning opportunities. Decent pay. Values your role and time.
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Software Developer
• updated on 11 Dec 2018
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...r career. But you need to give more time to company as compare to personal life. And for appraisal and salary hike it all depends on your project but the least performer will also get at least hike of 15%. After working here for more than one year I am satisfied and able to maintain my personal and work life balance.
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Game Developer Salary By Locations
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr |
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| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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Game Developer Salary By Industries
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IT Services & Consulting Game Developer
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| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Financial Services Game Developer
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| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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Gaming Game Developer
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
Software Product Game Developer
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| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
Internet Game Developer
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| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Game Developer Salaries
What is the salary of a Game Developer in India?
The salary of a Game Developer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Game Developer salaries ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.7k salaries received from various Game Developers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.7k salaries received from various Game Developers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Game Developer in India?
The annual salary for Game Developer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Game Developer are
Salary expectations for Game Developer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Game Developer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Pune | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹12.1 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Noida | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Game Developer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Game Developer in India are:
| Game Developer Salary in Gaming | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Software Product | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Internet | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| Game Developer Salary in Education & Training | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as Game Developer?
Fresher salaries for Game Developer in India typically range from ₹1 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year, depending on the company, location, and skill set. Fresher salaries are generally higher in IT Industry than in other Industries in India.
How does experience affect salaries of a Game Developer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Game Developer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Game Developer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Game Developer salary at different experience level are as follows:
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| Experience | Average Salary Range |
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| Fresher | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
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