Sales Development Representative Salary in India
The median base salary for Sales Development Representatives in India is ₹1,413,098 and an OTE of ₹1,846,135. Data updated on 07/25/2025.
Median Base Salary
₹1,413,098
Median On-Target Earnings
₹1,846,135
Top Performer Earning Potential
₹6,175,480
Current % that Attain Quota
36.3%
Distribution of Earnings
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Percent that Attain Quota
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Highest Paying Companies for Sales Development Representatives in India
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sales Development Representative in India earn a median base salary of ₹2,593,664 and median on-target earnings of ₹4,301,279. Top performers can earn up to ₹6,175,480 annually.
It's estimated that 36.3% of Sales Development Representatives in India hit quota in the last 12 months, with an average deal size of ₹817,865.
India Sales Development Representative salaries are 13% above the national median base salary and 17% above the US median OTE.
Sales Development Representative salaries in India typically range from ₹822,427 to ₹2,957,140 for base salary, with total earnings potential ranging from ₹1,295,842 to ₹6,100,839.
A Sales Development Representative (SDR) is responsible for identifying potential customers, initiating contact, and qualifying leads before passing them on to sales executives. They leverage outreach tactics like cold calling, emailing, and social selling to build the initial pipeline.
SDRs usually receive a base salary plus incentives for meeting or exceeding lead generation and appointment-setting targets. Their compensation aligns closely with the volume and quality of leads delivered to the sales team.
After gaining experience, SDRs often advance to Account Executive or Business Development Manager roles, handling more responsibilities and complex sales cycles. Some SDRs leverage their prospecting skills to transition into Marketing or Customer Success roles that require strong communication abilities.