UX Designer Salary in India
India's mid‑level UX designers earn salaries annually. Cities such as Bangalore and Hyderabad are notable locations for UX designers.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
₹210,000 to ₹320,000
Average (per year)
₹260,000
Entry-level designers may find opportunities locally.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
₹320,000 to ₹470,000
Average (per year)
₹390,000
Mid-level designers may find roles in various local projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
₹480,000 to ₹650,000
Average (per year)
₹560,000
Senior designers can work with regional organizations or as freelancers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
₹650,000+
Principal designers may serve as consultants on local projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
₹170 - ₹300
per hour
Mid-level
₹320 - ₹520
per hour
Senior
₹530 - ₹900
per hour
Market Overview
Tech startups and multinational IT services hire designers for digital projects. The surge in online retail and digital banking has created new roles for designers. Salary growth is noted in Tier‑1 metros.