According to a Deloitte report, the average CEO compensation in India has risen by 40% compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, reaching Rs 13.8 crore. Over half of the compensation is tied to short and long-term incentives. Promoter CEOs earn an average of Rs 16.7 crore, surpassing professional CEOs due to longer tenures and wider compensation ranges. Pay-at-risk constitutes over 50% of target compensation, with professional CEOs having a higher proportion at 57%. Share-based incentives are increasingly preferred over stock options. The report also notes a significant CEO turnover rate, with 60% of new CEOs being internally appointed. The survey included over 400 Indian organizations, excluding public sector companies.
Deloitte Report: CEO Compensation in India Surges Amid Pandemic Recovery
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