People are always curious about salary packages in India, though salary packages for CEOs differ in different companies it ranges from 241 Crores to 50 crores.
In India, whether it’s a government job or a private one, salary packages often garner the most attention. Private-sector roles, especially at senior levels, tend to come with attractive pay packages, including allowances and bonuses. Here’s a look at the top 10 highest-paid executives in India for FY24, with packages ranging from Rs 241 crore to Rs 54.9 crore.
Let us take a look at highest paid top 10 CEOs in India
1. Abhay Bhutada – Poonawalla Fincorp (₹241.2 Crore)
At the top of the list is Abhay Bhutada, the former Managing Director of Poonawalla Fincorp, who received a staggering ₹241.2 crore package in FY24. This includes salary, bonuses, allowances, and other financial compensation.
2. Thierry Delaporte – Wipro (₹166 Crore)
The second spot goes to Thierry Delaporte, the former CEO of Wipro, with a total remuneration of ₹166 crore for FY24.
3. Sudhir Singh – Coforge (₹105.1 Crore)
Coforge’s Sudhir Singh ranks third, earning ₹105.1 crore during the financial year.
4. Rajeev Jain – Bajaj Finance (₹101 Crore)
Bajaj Finance CEO Rajeev Jain follows with a ₹101 crore package, making him one of the top earners in the financial services sector.
5. Vinay Prakash – Adani Enterprises (₹89.4 Crore)
Vinay Prakash of Adani Enterprises received ₹89.4 crore in FY24, securing the fifth position.
6. Sandeep Kalra – Persistent Systems (₹77.1 Crore)
Persistent Systems CEO Sandeep Kalra earned ₹77.1 crore, landing him sixth on the list.
7. Rashmi Saluja – Religare Enterprises (₹68.86 Crore)
Religare Enterprises’ Executive Chairperson Rashmi Saluja earned ₹68.86 crore, including allowances, bonuses, ESOPs, and other benefits. Of this, ₹14.12 crore was attributed to ESOPs.
8. Salil Parekh – Infosys (₹66.2 Crore)
Salil Parekh, CEO of Infosys, received ₹66.2 crore in FY24, making him eighth on the list.
9. Satish Pai – Hindalco (₹64.7 Crore)
Satish Pai of Hindalco earned ₹64.7 crore, placing him in the ninth position.
10. Sundeep Sikka – Nippon Life India (₹54.9 Crore)
Rounding out the top 10 is Sundeep Sikka from Nippon Life India, with a total remuneration of ₹54.9 crore for FY24.
These numbers highlight the substantial compensation packages top executives in India receive, reflecting their responsibilities and the scale of their organizations.