Database Engineer
Annual salary range
₹2.7 Lakhs - ₹20 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byDatabase Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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Database Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.5k latest salaries received from Database Engineer.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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UST Database Engineer Salary
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HERE Technologies Database Engineer Salary
3 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr | |
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₹2 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr | |
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₹6 L/yr - ₹28.9 L/yr | |
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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
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₹12 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | |
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₹10 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr | |
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹22.4 L/yr | |
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7
yrs
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(4 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Database Engineers
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NTT Data
Database Engineer
3 years exp.
2d ago
Innover Systems
Database Engineer
7 years exp.
2d ago
Fluentgrid
Database Engineer
6 years exp.
2d ago
Encora
Database Engineer
3 years exp.
2d ago
BNY
Database Engineer
7 years exp.
2d ago
Reliance Communications
Database Engineer
2 years exp.
2d ago
NeoSOFT
Database Engineer
3 years exp.
3d ago
TCS
Database Engineer
3 years exp.
3d ago
SMS Group
Database Engineer
2 years exp.
3d ago
TCS
Database Engineer
5 years exp.
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Database Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(174
salaries)
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
2
years
(298
salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr |
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3
years
(358
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
4
years
(256
salaries)
| ₹3.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
5
years
(209
salaries)
| ₹4.1 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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Database Engineer Jobs in India
Database Engineer
· 2-6 years
Thomson Reuters India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Database Engineer
· 2-8 years
Oracle India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Database Engineer
· 3-7 years
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Private Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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• posted on 17 Jan 2025
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Database Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr |
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Pune
Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.3 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Mumbai
Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
Chennai
Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹15.3 L/yr |
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Database Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
Software Product Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr |
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Internet Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3.7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
Financial Services Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Database Engineer
1 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Database Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Database Engineer in India?
The salary of a Database Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Database Engineer salaries ranges from ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.5k salaries received from various Database Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.5k salaries received from various Database Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Database Engineers?
Database Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| UST Database Engineer Salary | ₹5 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year |
| HERE Technologies Database Engineer Salary | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| TCS Database Engineer Salary | ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year |
| Fluentgrid Database Engineer Salary | ₹3 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Encora Database Engineer Salary | ₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Database Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Database Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Database Engineer are
Salary expectations for Database Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Database Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Database Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Database Engineer in India are:
| Database Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year |
| Database Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Database Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Database Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Database Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Database Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
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