Journalist: Average Salary in India, 2026
Find out what the average Journalist salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Journalist make in India?
₹ 450,000/ Annual
Based on 101 salaries
Based on 101 salaries
The average Journalist in India is ₹ 450,000 per year or ₹ 180 per hour. Entry-level positions start at ₹ 270,000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to ₹ 880,000 per year.
Median₹ 450,000

Low₹ 270,000
High₹ 880,000
Active jobs with salaries



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Digital News Video Producer
The Free Press JournalRepublic Of India, IN Job description Location: Mumbai (Nariman Point).Working Days: Monday to Saturday (6 days a week).Company: Free Press Journal About the Role Free Press Journal is looking for a Short-Form News Anch...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
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Associate News Content Editor
The Times Of IndiaChennai, Republic Of India, IN The Times of India is the flagship publication of Bennett, Coleman & Co.It is the world’s largest English broadsheet daily newspaper and covers a wide range of news interests like political, busine...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
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Journalism & Social Media Intern
Times InternetRepublic Of India, IN Candidate needs to be equipped with a laptop for this internship.Looking for a desk resource who can generate content pieces ranging from famous personalities to popular culture to tech, digital an...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago
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Medical Communications Author
ProPharmaRepublic Of India, IN For the past 20 years, ProPharma has improved the health and wellness of patients by providing advice and expertise that empowers biotech, med device, and pharmaceutical organizations of all sizes ...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago