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India's tech salaries drop 40% amid US AI boom

3 Nov 2025 · 07:06 ISTpre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

in 2025: $22,000
in 2024: $36,000
have surged: 23%

India's median compensation for engineering and data roles has plummeted 40%, falling to $22,000 in 2025 from $36,000 in 2024. In contrast, US salaries have surged by 23%, driven by demand in AI and tech sectors. This shift highlights a growing disparity in tech talent valuation between India and the US, impacting hiring strategies and market dynamics.

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India's tech salaries drop 40% amid US AI boom

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