Salary Guide · India 2026
Perplexity AI is an AI-native search engine that answers questions with real-time cited sources, backed by Jeff Bezos, NVIDIA, and Sequoia. It challenges Google Search with a conversational, reference-cited format. Salary ranges below are sourced from AmbitionBox, Glassdoor, and Levels.fyi and reflect total CTC (base + variable + equity) at the 25th–90th percentile of reported offers in India.
Role
Total CTC ranges for AI Engineer / Researchers at Perplexity India, from fresher to senior level.
| Experience Level | Total CTC (LPA) | Equity |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-level / 3–5 yrs | ₹80L – ₹140L | RSU₹25L – ₹60L/yr |
| Senior / 6–9 yrs | ₹140L – ₹240L | RSU₹60L – ₹140L/yr |
Data sources: AmbitionBox, Glassdoor India, Levels.fyi, and public DRHP/IPO filings where applicable. Ranges represent the 25th–90th percentile of reported total CTC (base + variable + annual equity value) in Indian cities. Individual offers vary by negotiation, team, location, and joining year. These figures are market reference data, not a guarantee of any specific offer. Verify with current offer letters and recruiter disclosures.