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DE Salary in India (Updated 2025)

based on 349 latest salaries • updated: 19 Mar 2025
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Annual salary range

₹1.2 Lakh - ₹40 Lakhs

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DE Salary in India ranges between ₹1.2 Lakh to ₹40 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 17 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 349 latest salaries received from DE.

Latest annual salaries shared by DEs

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Rico Auto Industries

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9 years exp.

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Subros

DE

2 years exp.

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3 years exp.

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Xyz Company

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2 years exp.

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Subros

DE

4 years exp.

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Subros

DE

2 years exp.

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Subros

DE

4 years exp.

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Programming.Com

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1 year exp.

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GlobalHunt

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5 years exp.

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Subros

DE

2 years exp.

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DE salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
Fresher
(10 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr

1 year
(28 salaries)
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₹0.2 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr

2 years
(73 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

3 years
(65 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

4 years
(65 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹40.8 L/yr

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DE Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Gurgaon / Gurugram
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1 - 6 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

Ahmedabad
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2 - 7 years exp.
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₹2 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr

Noida
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2 - 6 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

New Delhi
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0 - 5 years exp.
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₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Bangalore / Bengaluru
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1 - 9 years exp.
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

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DE Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Manufacturing

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0 - 11 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Automobile

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1 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr

Auto Components

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2 - 6 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

Industrial Machinery

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1 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹3.6 L/yr

IT Services & Consulting

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0 - 12 years exp.
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about DE Salaries

What is the salary of a DE in India?
The salary of a DE in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, DE salaries ranges from ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹3.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 349 salaries received from various DEs across industries.
What are the top paying cities for DE in India?
The annual salary for DE in India varies by location. Top paying cities for DE are
DE Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹3.5 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in Ahmedabad ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in Noida ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in New Delhi ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for DE may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for DE in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for DE in India are:
DE Salary in Manufacturing ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in Automobile ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in Auto Components ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹3.5 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in Industrial Machinery ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹3.6 Lakhs per year
DE Salary in IT Services & Consulting ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
What are the fresher salaries as DE?
Fresher salaries for DE in India typically range from ₹1 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year, depending on the company, location, and skill set. Fresher salaries are generally higher in IT Industry than in other Industries in India.
How does experience affect salaries of a DE in India?
Experience significantly impacts a DE salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as DE take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. DE salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹0.2 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
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