Clinical Data Manager Salary in Hyderabad
Clinical Data Manager (CDM) is the technical backbone of clinical research, with progression toward EDC specialisation, CDISC mapping, and clinical SAS programming. Increasingly remote-friendly with strong long-term technical specialisation pathways.
Hyderabad pays ~5% more than the Pune baseline for CDM roles
CDM salary in Hyderabad by level
| Level | CTC range (Hyderabad) | Common titles |
|---|---|---|
| Coordinator (0-2 yrs) | ₹3.8–4.7 LPA | Clinical Data Coordinator, Data Reviewer |
| Associate (2-4 yrs) | ₹5.8–8.4 LPA | Clinical Data Associate, EDC Study Builder |
| Senior CDM (4-7 yrs) | ₹9.5–14.7 LPA | Senior CDM, Lead Reviewer |
| Lead CDM (7+ yrs) | ₹14.7–23.1+ LPA | Lead CDM, CDM Manager |
Ranges are aggregated from active job postings, recruiter conversations, and our placement data across Hyderabad's clinical research employer base. Adjusted from the Pune baseline using city multipliers.
The CDM market in Hyderabad
Hyderabad is the centre of Indian generics with Dr. Reddy's, Aurobindo, Hetero, and Mylan operating major facilities. CRO presence is growing with Veeda, Lambda, and Syngene expanding operations.
Hyderabad CTCs run modestly above the Pune baseline, with lower living costs than Mumbai or Bangalore. As India's generics capital, it has particularly strong demand in regulatory affairs and pharmacovigilance tied to the large generic-export filing pipeline.
Top employers hiring CDMs
- Syngene International
- Veeda Clinical Research
- Lambda Therapeutic Research
- IQVIA
- ICON plc
- Parexel
- Cipla
- TCS BiOps
- Persistent Systems
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CDM salary in Hyderabad — FAQs
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A fresher Clinical Data Manager (Coordinator (0-2 yrs)) in Hyderabad typically earns ₹3.8–4.7 LPA CTC in 2026. Hyderabad pays roughly 5% more than the Pune baseline for CDM roles. Actual offers vary by employer, therapeutic area, and portfolio strength.
How much does a senior CDM earn in Hyderabad?
At the Lead CDM (7+ yrs) level, a Clinical Data Manager in Hyderabad earns around ₹14.7–23.1+ LPA CTC. Sponsor-side roles typically pay more than CRO-side at the same level.
Which employers hire CDMs in Hyderabad?
Top employers include Syngene International, Veeda Clinical Research, Lambda Therapeutic Research, IQVIA, ICON plc, among others across Hyderabad's clinical research ecosystem.
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