Principal Consultant
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₹14 Lakhs - ₹42 Lakhs
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All Filters Principal Consultant Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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salaries
• Updated:
11 Jul 2025
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Principal Consultant Salary in India ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹42 Lakhs for 8 years of experience to 19 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 17.6k latest salaries received from Principal Consultant.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
Novartis Principal Consultant Salary
15 years exp |  | |
Vector Consulting Group Principal Consultant Salary
15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | 5 job openings |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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10 -
25
yrs
exp.
(2.8k salaries)
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₹28 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr | 4 job openings |
6 -
17
yrs
exp.
(2.5k salaries)
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₹20.7 L/yr - ₹36.3 L/yr | 9 job openings |
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9 -
21
yrs
exp.
(2.4k salaries)
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₹22.2 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr | 17 job openings |
6 -
18
yrs
exp.
(2.2k salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹34.2 L/yr | 35 job openings |
8 -
16
yrs
exp.
(710 salaries)
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₹16.2 L/yr - ₹29.9 L/yr | |
7 -
16
yrs
exp.
(645 salaries)
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₹21.7 L/yr - ₹36.3 L/yr | |
7 -
14
yrs
exp.
(572 salaries)
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₹22.2 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | |
10 -
19
yrs
exp.
(240 salaries)
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₹20.4 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr | |
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14 -
25
yrs
exp.
(213 salaries)
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₹25.5 L/yr - ₹46.2 L/yr | |
10 -
18
yrs
exp.
(181 salaries)
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₹25 L/yr - ₹44.9 L/yr | |
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Principal Consultant salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
8
years
(1k
salaries)
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹34.1 L/yr |
9
years
(1.4k
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr |
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10
years
(2.1k
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹36.5 L/yr |
11
years
(1.9k
salaries)
| ₹13.8 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
12
years
(2.1k
salaries)
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Principal Consultant Jobs in India
Principal Consultant
· 8-10 years
Wipro Limited
Pune
Principal Consultant
· 9-13 years
Oracle India Pvt. Ltd.
₹11
L/yr
- ₹34
L/yr
(AmbitionBox estimate)
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Consultant
· 11-20 years
Genpact
₹20
L/yr
- ₹35
L/yr
Hyderabad / Secunderabad +2 more
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| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
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exp.
(1.7L salaries)
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr |
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12
years
exp.
(1.8L salaries)
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Lead Consultant Salary
6 -
15
years
exp.
(30.1k salaries)
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹33.4 L/yr |
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11
years
exp.
(2.4L salaries)
| ₹4.9 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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years
exp.
(23.6k salaries)
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹45.5 L/yr |
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Lead Consultant
• updated on 27 Jun 2025
Likes
Company culture and campus buildings very nice employee engagement work is nice project ls good to average
- Job security - Good
+3 more
Dislikes
Salary increments promotions and variable payouts very bad they are looting employees very bad which needs action asap
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Senior Associate
• updated on 25 Jun 2025
Likes
In time Salary, For me Work life Balance but most of them don’t have the Work life Balance
read more- Company culture - Excellent
Dislikes
They will allocate the project based on your background.. They will give whatever they need. During the promotions they will highlight as you did not work on role you have recruited
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Cognizant
Senior Associate
• updated on 05 Jul 2025
Likes
Pay structure is comparatively good with other IT service companies. Work culture is good Lot of courses and certificates are available with free of cost You can develop any skills Job security is good
read more- Job security - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Promotion cycle is bad Hikes are very less, just single digit recent years Management is not favourable to employees level most of the time. Internal politics and biased
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Wipro
Technical Lead
• updated on 29 May 2025
Likes
* Training and certification
- Skill development - Excellent
Dislikes
...y. It is very difficult to get into the project within 45 days most of the time. After 45 days HR may start the exit process or you will be Loss of Pay for the remaining 45 days. Some of my friends left and afraid to join Wipro due their bench policy. Do not recommend 8+ years experience resources to join Wipro due to their Bench policy.Since this policy is not very transparent even you try outside, the other companies HR won't understand the situation. It will be very hypothesis, difficult and stressful for the employee to make decision.
read moreGyansys Infotech
Senior Consultant
• updated on 27 Apr 2025
- Salary - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
Bad culture. Everything depend on client. Service based company, will do everything that client says, wont support the employees. 5 days work from office, strict.
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Principal Consultant Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹14.6 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹14.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Pune
Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹15.2 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
Chennai
Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
Noida
Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹13.8 L/yr - ₹38.4 L/yr |
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Principal Consultant Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹15.1 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Consulting Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹16.6 L/yr - ₹42.8 L/yr |
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Software Product Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹14.2 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Financial Services Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹13.8 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Internet Principal Consultant
8 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹15.9 L/yr - ₹37.2 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Consultant Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Consultant in India?
The salary of a Principal Consultant in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Consultant salaries ranges from ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹80.0 Lakhs to ₹110.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 17.6k salaries received from various Principal Consultants across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹80.0 Lakhs to ₹110.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 17.6k salaries received from various Principal Consultants across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Consultants?
Principal Consultant Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Novartis Principal Consultant Salary | ₹80 Lakhs to ₹1.1 Lakhs per year |
| Vector Consulting Group Principal Consultant Salary | ₹75 Lakhs to ₹82.9 Lakhs per year |
| ThoughtWorks Principal Consultant Salary | ₹60 Lakhs to ₹99.3 Lakhs per year |
| Max Healthcare Principal Consultant Salary | ₹46.5 Lakhs to ₹72 Lakhs per year |
| Fractal Analytics Principal Consultant Salary | ₹49.2 Lakhs to ₹63 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal Consultant in India?
The annual salary for Principal Consultant in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Consultant are
Salary expectations for Principal Consultant may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Consultant Salary in Chandigarh | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹38.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹14.9 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in Kolkata | ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in Noida | ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹38.4 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in New Delhi | ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Consultant in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Consultant in India are:
| Principal Consultant Salary in Consulting | ₹16.6 Lakhs to ₹42.8 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in Healthcare / Pharma | ₹16.3 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in Advertising / PR / Events | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Consultant Salary in Management Consulting | ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Consultant in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Consultant salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Consultant take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Consultant salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 8 years | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹34.1 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹36.5 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
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