Free tool · 2025-26 data
Salary calculator for design, marketing, data and AI roles in India
Pick a role, city and experience level to see an indicative annual salary range — and what the next band pays.
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Indicative salary ranges by role and experience
Annual fixed pay in ₹ lakh (LPA), large-metro baseline. The calculator adjusts these for your city.
| Role | 0–1 years (fresher) | 1–3 years | 3–5 years | 5–8 years | 8+ years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UI/UX Designer | ₹3.5–6 | ₹5–9 | ₹8–15 | ₹14–24 | ₹18–30 |
| Product Designer | ₹5–9 | ₹7–13 | ₹12–20 | ₹18–30 | ₹24–40 |
| Digital Marketer (SEO, social, content) | ₹2.5–4 | ₹3.5–6.5 | ₹5–10 | ₹9–16 | ₹12–24 |
| Performance / Growth Marketer | ₹3–4.5 | ₹4.5–8 | ₹7–12 | ₹12–20 | ₹16–26 |
| Data Analyst | ₹3–5 | ₹4.5–8 | ₹6–12 | ₹12–20 | ₹15–25 |
| Business / BI Analyst | ₹3.5–6 | ₹5–9 | ₹8–14 | ₹13–22 | ₹18–28 |
| AI / Automation Engineer | ₹6–10 | ₹8–14 | ₹12–22 | ₹20–35 | ₹30–50 |
| AI Operations / Prompt Specialist | ₹4.5–8 | ₹7–12 | ₹10–20 | ₹15–26 | ₹20–32 |
Methodology. Indicative ranges compiled from public job postings and salary surveys, 2025-26; not a guarantee. Figures are annual fixed pay (CTC excluding ESOPs and variable bonus) for in-house roles, adjusted by a city factor. Agencies and IT-services firms often pay below these ranges; top product companies can pay above them. Your offer depends on your portfolio, interview and the employer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a UI/UX designer in India?
Freshers typically see ₹3.5–6 LPA at a large-metro baseline. A strong portfolio moves offers toward the top of the range. See the UI/UX designer salary guide.
How much does a data analyst earn in India?
Around ₹3–5 LPA for freshers, ₹6–12 LPA at 3–5 years, and ₹12–25 LPA for senior analysts. See the data analytics salary guide.
Do digital marketers earn well in India?
Entry roles start around ₹2.5–4 LPA; performance and growth marketers with revenue-linked results earn about ₹12–26 LPA after five years. See the digital marketing salary guide.
What do AI and automation engineers earn?
Entry roles start around ₹6–10 LPA and rise quickly with production experience. See the AI salary guide.
Are these figures guaranteed?
No. They are indicative ranges to help you plan and negotiate. Actual pay varies by employer, interview performance and the strength of your work.