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Recruiter Salary in India

Recruiters source, screen, and hire talent to meet an organization's needs. The India median is $17,802 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$17,802
per year
Monthly (national)
$1,484
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$17,802
Jaipur, IN
Hourly (national)
$8.56
varies by city

Recruiter salary by city in India

CityPer year
Jaipur, IN$17,802
Lucknow, IN$17,802
Nagpur, IN$17,802
Bhopal, IN$17,802
Patna, IN$17,802
Kallakurichi, IN$17,802
Mumbai, IN$13,614
Bangalore, IN$13,509
Delhi, IN$12,985
Hyderabad, IN$12,148
Chennai, IN$11,205
Kolkata, IN$8,074

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a recruiter make in India?
The national median recruiter salary in India is about ₹17,00,000 per year (₹1,41,700 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₹7,71,000 to ₹17,00,000.
Which India city pays recruiters the most?
Jaipur, IN pays the most at about ₹17,00,000 per year.
Which India city pays recruiters the least?
Among cities we cover, Kolkata, IN is on the lower end at about ₹7,71,000 per year for a recruiter.
What is the typical salary range for a recruiter in India?
Across India cities we cover, recruiter pay commonly spans from about ₹5,05,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₹24,85,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many India cities have recruiter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes recruiter pay for 12 cities in India, all shown in INR.
Is recruiter in demand in India?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.