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Accountant Salary in India

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The India median is $14,137 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$14,137
per year
Monthly (national)
$1,178
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$14,137
Jaipur, IN
Hourly (national)
$6.80
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in India

CityPer year
Jaipur, IN$14,137
Lucknow, IN$14,137
Nagpur, IN$14,137
Bhopal, IN$14,137
Patna, IN$14,137
Kallakurichi, IN$14,137
Bangalore, IN$10,891
Mumbai, IN$10,577
Delhi, IN$10,168
Hyderabad, IN$9,739
Chennai, IN$8,880
Kolkata, IN$6,440

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in India?
The national median accountant salary in India is about ₹13,50,000 per year (₹1,12,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₹6,15,000 to ₹13,50,000.
Which India city pays accountants the most?
Jaipur, IN pays the most at about ₹13,50,000 per year.
Which India city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Kolkata, IN is on the lower end at about ₹6,15,000 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in India?
Across India cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about ₹4,08,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₹18,69,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many India cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in India, all shown in INR.
Is accountant in demand in India?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager.