eGigDriver salary (2026)
A driver usually earns ₹14,000–₹20,000 a month as a fresher, rising to ₹18,000–₹25,000 with 2–5 years’ experience and up to ₹32,000 for senior roles.
Monthly salary by experience
Typical gross monthly pay in rupees (₹) seen in job postings in 2026. In-hand is an estimate after employee PF and professional tax; your offer may differ.
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Driver salary by city
| City | Fresher | 2–5 years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | ₹16,000–₹23,000 | ₹20,500–₹29,000 | Jobs |
| Bengaluru | ₹16,000–₹23,000 | ₹20,500–₹29,000 | Jobs |
| Delhi NCR | ₹15,500–₹22,500 | ₹20,000–₹28,000 | Jobs |
| Hyderabad | ₹15,000–₹21,500 | ₹19,500–₹27,000 | Jobs |
| Pune | ₹15,000–₹21,500 | ₹19,500–₹27,000 | Jobs |
| Chennai | ₹14,500–₹21,000 | ₹19,000–₹26,500 | Jobs |
| Ahmedabad | ₹13,500–₹19,500 | ₹17,500–₹24,500 | Jobs |
| Kolkata | ₹13,500–₹19,000 | ₹17,000–₹24,000 | Jobs |
| Jaipur | ₹13,000–₹18,500 | ₹16,500–₹23,000 | Jobs |
| Lucknow | ₹12,500–₹18,000 | ₹16,000–₹22,500 | Jobs |
| Indore | ₹12,500–₹18,000 | ₹16,000–₹22,500 | Jobs |
| Nagpur | ₹12,500–₹18,000 | ₹16,000–₹22,500 | Jobs |
Big metros pay more but rent costs more too. Smaller cities not listed usually pay 5–15% below the national range.
How to earn more as a driver
- A commercial (heavy vehicle) licence
- Clean driving record and knowing the city well
- Corporate and expat families pay more
- Ask for the full CTC break-up before accepting. Compare offers on in-hand pay, not CTC alone.
Questions people ask
What is the salary of a driver?
Most earn ₹14,000 to ₹32,000 a month. Freshers usually start at ₹14,000–₹20,000, and with 2–5 years’ experience pay rises to ₹18,000–₹25,000.
What is the fresher salary of a driver?
Around ₹14,000–₹20,000 a month, or ₹1.7 lakh–₹2.4 lakh a year, depending on the city and employer.
Which city pays a driver the most?
Mumbai and Bengaluru usually pay the most, around 15% above the national typical range, followed by Delhi NCR, Hyderabad and Pune.
How can a driver earn more?
A commercial (heavy vehicle) licence. Clean driving record and knowing the city well. Corporate and expat families pay more.