Linux System Administrator
Annual salary range
₹2.2 Lakhs - ₹8.2 Lakhs
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Experience wise Linux System Administrator salaries
| Years of experience | Avg. Annual Salary |
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1
year
(99
salaries)
|  ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
2
years
(175
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
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3
years
(184
salaries)
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
4
years
(139
salaries)
| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr |
5
years
(54
salaries)
| ₹3.9 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr |
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Linux System Administrator
Salary in
India ranges between ₹2.2
Lakhs to ₹8.2
Lakhs for
1 year of experience to 6 years of experience
. Salary estimates are based on
665 latest salaries received
from Linux System Administrator
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Linux System Administrator
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Linux System Administrator
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Linux System Administrator
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White Plaast
Linux System Administrator
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Linux System Administrator
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Rackspace
Linux System Administrator
5 years exp.
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iSecureNet Solutions
Linux System Administrator
2 years exp.
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TCS
Linux System Administrator
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Linux System Administrator Jobs in India
Linux System Administrator
· 8-13 years
Genpact
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Linux System Administrator
· 3-6 years
Tejas Networks
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Linux System Administrator
· 3-4 years
Kenscio Digital Marketing Pvt Ltd
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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Wipro
Linux System Administrator
• posted on 16 Aug 2023
Likes
Wipro Technologies did n't hike promptly. Work culture is Ok Job security is better
- Skill development - Good+4 more
Dislikes
Regarding Salary hike
HCLTech
Linux System Administrator
• posted on 12 Apr 2022
Likes
Wonderful place to work with all difference in age/culture people. Fantastic workplace.
- Salary - Good+6 more
Dislikes
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Kyndryl
Linux System Administrator
• posted on 24 May 2022
Likes
I liked the work life balance and job security , you will not get stressed on work
- Skill development - Good+4 more
Dislikes
One must be salary, salary is ok but not market rate
Aforeserve
Linux System Administrator
• posted on 11 Oct 2023
Likes
Salary was never late during my tenure.
- Salary - Good+6 more
Dislikes
As I had to work at client-site, support from company side was limited and time-taking.
TCS
Linux System Administrator
• posted on 03 Aug 2021
Likes
Great job security, excellent employee, great insurance, nice learning exposure.
- Skill development - Good+4 more
Dislikes
poor compensation, limited growth
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Linux System Administrator Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr |
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Mumbai
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
Pune
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
Chennai
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
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Linux System Administrator Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
Software Product
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
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Financial Services
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
Internet
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
BPO
Linux System Administrator
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Linux System Administrator
Salaries
What is the salary of a Linux System Administrator in India?
Salary for a Linux System Administrator in India ranges between ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 665 latest salaries received from various Linux System Administrators across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Linux System Administrators?
- Rackspace Linux System Administrator Salary - ₹10.4 Lakhs per year
- Persistent Systems Linux System Administrator Salary - ₹8.7 Lakhs per year
- Cognizant Linux System Administrator Salary - ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
- Kyndal India Linux System Administrator Salary - ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
- NTT Data Information Processing Services Linux System Administrator Salary - ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
What is the starting salary for a Linux System Administrator in India?
Average starting Salary for Linux System Administrator in India is around ₹2.2 Lakhs per year (₹18.3k per month). 1 year of minimum experience is required to be a Linux System Administrator.
What is the highest salary for a Linux System Administrator in India?
Highest salary that a Linux System Administrator can earn is ₹14.0 Lakhs per year (₹1.2L per month).
What are the top paying industries for Linux System Administrator in India?
- Software Product - ₹0.6 Lakhs to 40.5 Lakhs per year
- Telecom - ₹1.2 Lakhs to 60.0 Lakhs per year
- IT Services & Consulting - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 63.2 Lakhs per year
- Internet - ₹0.8 Lakhs to 25.0 Lakhs per year
- Financial Services - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 34.0 Lakhs per year
What are the top paying cities for Linux System Administrator in India?
- Hyderabad / Secunderabad - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 93.0 Lakhs per year
- Bangalore / Bengaluru - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 63.2 Lakhs per year
- Pune - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 34.0 Lakhs per year
- Mumbai - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 60.0 Lakhs per year
- New Delhi - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 31.0 Lakhs per year
What are the popular/top skills required to become a Linux System Administrator?
These are the top skills of a Linux System Administrator based on 45 jobs posted by employers.
- Python
- Troubleshooting
- AWS
- MySQL
- Linux Administration
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