Salaries rise for tech professionals with AI skills, but dip or stagnate for those in traditional IT roles: Study
The contrast in salaries between AI specialist jobs and mainstream IT roles is stark, notes a study by jobs and career platform foundit.
A new study reveals stark differences in salary growth between tech professionals with AI skills and those in traditional IT roles. AI-skilled workers experienced a 12% year-over-year salary increase, while traditional IT roles saw stagnation or declines. Computer & network security and semiconductors also saw increases, with AI salaries growing by 23% from 2024 to 2026.
Entry-level AI professionals earn between Rs 8.87 LPA and Rs 15.41 LPA, while those with over 15 years of experience can earn up to Rs 89.24 LPA. In contrast, IT professionals earn between Rs 2.68 LPA and Rs 72.13 LPA at the entry level and up to Rs 57.55 LPA for those with 15+ years of experience. The study notes that AI compensation varies significantly by location, with Bengaluru being the highest-paying market in India, followed by Hyderabad.
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