The IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS) sector continues to dominate India’s salary landscape across all experience levels, according to Indeed's latest PayMap survey. Fresh graduates in tech roles earn up to ₹28,600 per month, while mid-career professionals with 5–7 years of experience take home approximately ₹68,900. The demand for digital and AI-driven roles is driving this sustained salary growth.

Beyond IT, the manufacturing and telecom sectors are also showing strong upward trends. Entry-level professionals in these sectors earn between ₹28,100 and ₹28,300, while those with 5–8 years of experience earn ₹67,700–₹68,200. Product and project management roles stand out across industries, offering the highest mid-level salaries of up to ₹85,500 per month.

Notably, UI/UX design roles are now closing the gap with traditional tech positions, with senior designers earning up to ₹65,000 monthly. City-wise, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Ahmedabad are outpacing major metros like Delhi and Mumbai in salary growth, reflecting a broader geographic shift in job opportunities.

Despite rising salaries, 69% of employees feel their earnings aren’t keeping up with the cost of living, especially in high-cost cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Meanwhile, Tier-2 cities offer a better balance between compensation and affordability.

India's IT and ITeS sector continues to lead the salary race across all experience brackets, reveals Indeed’s PayMap survey. Entry-level tech professionals now earn up to ₹28,600 per month, while those with 5–7 years of experience see salaries rise to ₹68,900. The rise is largely due to the surging demand for AI and digital-focused roles.

Outside of tech, manufacturing and telecom are also witnessing impressive salary growth. Entry-level roles in these sectors offer ₹28,100–₹28,300, with experienced professionals earning ₹67,700–₹68,200. Product and project management roles top the earnings chart across sectors, with professionals in the 5–8 years category earning up to ₹85,500.

A key trend is the growing parity between UI/UX design and traditional tech roles. Senior UI/UX designers now command salaries of up to ₹65,000 monthly, reflecting rising demand in this niche.

Interestingly, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Ahmedabad have emerged as top-tier cities for salary growth, outpacing even Mumbai and Delhi. These cities are becoming new career hubs, offering competitive pay alongside a lower cost of living.

However, 69% of surveyed employees feel financially strained, citing rising living expenses. The affordability divide is stark, with Tier-1 cities seen as less livable compared to their Tier-2 counterparts.