Salary benchmark · 2026

Remote Sales Development Rep salary in India

SDRs build pipeline — research, outreach, and qualification that fills the top of the funnel for account executives. Below: full salary bands by seniority, in INR and USD, with the US onshore comparison.

Seniority India (INR/yr) India cost (USD/yr) US onshore (USD/yr)
Junior (0–2 yrs) Executes well-scoped work with guidance. ₹4L – ₹8L $8,000 – $14,000 $55,000 – $75,000
Mid (3–5 yrs) Owns features end to end with little oversight. ₹9L – ₹18L $14,000 – $26,000 $80,000 – $110,000
Senior (6+ yrs) Sets direction, mentors, owns hard problems. ₹20L – ₹38L $28,000 – $50,000 $120,000 – $160,000

Figures are 2026 market estimates for full-time remote hires and total employer cost. Actual offers vary with skills, location, and demand.

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Sales Development Rep salary in India: FAQ

What is the average salary of a remote Sales Development Rep in India?

A mid-level Sales Development Rep in India earns roughly ₹9L – ₹18L per year ($14,000 – $26,000 in employer cost). Junior roles start around ₹4L and senior roles reach ₹38L.

How does a Sales Development Rep salary in India compare to the US?

The same mid-level Sales Development Rep costs about $80,000 – $110,000/yr onshore in the US — so hiring in India saves roughly 79% for comparable seniority.

Are these gross salaries or total employer cost?

The USD figures approximate total employer cost (cost-to-company), which is the number that hits your budget. The INR figures are annual gross to the employee. Download the benchmark for the full cost model.