Associate Principal Engineer
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₹16 Lakhs - ₹44 Lakhs
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Associate Principal Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹16 Lakhs to ₹44 Lakhs for 8 years of experience to 15 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 977 latest salaries received from Associate Principal...
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Monotype Associate Principal Engineer Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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16
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(553 salaries)
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₹16.8 L/yr - ₹46.5 L/yr | 31 job openings |
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19
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(77 salaries)
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₹17.5 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr | |
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12
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(64 salaries)
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₹13.2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr | |
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14
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(63 salaries)
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₹17.3 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr | 3 job openings |
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11
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(43 salaries)
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₹16 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr | |
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16
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(23 salaries)
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₹27 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr | |
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15
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(23 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | 16 job openings |
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19
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(19 salaries)
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₹16 L/yr - ₹27.4 L/yr | |
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18
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(18 salaries)
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₹23 L/yr - ₹37.4 L/yr | |
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12
yrs
exp.
(16 salaries)
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₹13.9 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr | |
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13 years exp.
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Associate Principal Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
8
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
9
years
(101
salaries)
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
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10
years
(170
salaries)
| ₹14.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
11
years
(175
salaries)
| ₹14.5 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
12
years
(172
salaries)
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
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Associate Principal Engineer Jobs in India
Associate Principal Engineer
· 11-14 years
Nagarro
India
Associate Principal Engineer
· 11-15 years
Arcadis Consulting India Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Associate Principal Engineer
· 9-14 years
Aristocrat Technologies India Pvt. ltd.
Noida
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LTIMindtree
Associate Principal Engineer
• posted on 20 Dec 2024
Likes
LTIMindtree is good place to work. Senior and Junior cooperation is highly appreciated. There is no problem in facing client as we have senior Leadership behind us.
read more- Skill development - Good
+4 more
Dislikes
Appraisal process is not transparent at all. There is no equality in Salary structure on same grade and experience
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Aristocrat
Software Engineer
• posted on 19 Dec 2021
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Good work environment and great place to work
- Salary - Excellent
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Nagarro
Associate Principal Engineer
• posted on 06 Sep 2023
- Salary - Excellent
+4 more
Dislikes
Work life balance is not good due to high expectations.
Toshiba Software India
Software Engineer
• posted on 21 Sep 2021
Likes
Teammates are supportive.
- Skill development - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Management is not transparent. Cafeteria can accommodate only 16-20 people at a time. Flexible working hours is not available. Work life balance is poor.
read more- Work-life balance - Poor
QBurst Technologies
Senior Engineer
• posted on 11 Dec 2021
Likes
6 month hike, that too a decent one Good work life balance
- Salary - Good
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Associate Principal Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹16.8 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹21.2 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
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Noida
Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr |
Pune
Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr |
New Delhi
Associate Principal Engineer
8 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
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Associate Principal Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Software Product Associate Principal Engineer
8 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17.3 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Associate Principal Engineer
8 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17.8 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr |
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Internet Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr |
Emerging Technologies Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹23 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Associate Principal Engineer
9 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Associate Principal Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Associate Principal Engineer in India?
The salary of a Associate Principal Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Associate Principal Engineer salaries ranges from ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹44.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹44.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹47.0 Lakhs to ₹51.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 977 salaries received from various Associate Principal Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹44.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹47.0 Lakhs to ₹51.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 977 salaries received from various Associate Principal Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Associate Principal Engineers?
Associate Principal Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Monotype Associate Principal Engineer Salary | ₹47 Lakhs to ₹51.2 Lakhs per year |
| Khaitan & Co Associate Principal Engineer Salary | ₹42.3 Lakhs to ₹54.1 Lakhs per year |
| Saviynt Associate Principal Engineer Salary | ₹30 Lakhs to ₹39 Lakhs per year |
| WESCO Associate Principal Engineer Salary | ₹33.8 Lakhs to ₹37 Lakhs per year |
| LTIMindtree Associate Principal Engineer Salary | ₹18 Lakhs to ₹40 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Associate Principal Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Associate Principal Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Associate Principal Engineer are
Salary expectations for Associate Principal Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹16.8 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹21.2 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Associate Principal Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Associate Principal Engineer in India are:
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹17.8 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Emerging Technologies | ₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
| Associate Principal Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Associate Principal Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Associate Principal Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Associate Principal Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Associate Principal Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 8 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
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