SDE (Software Development Engineer)
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₹5 Lakhs - ₹47 Lakhs
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• updated:
27 Mar 2025
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SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in India ranges between ₹5 Lakhs to ₹47 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 5 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 5.7k latest salaries received...
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SDE (Software Development Engineer) salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
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Fresher
(3k
salaries)
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹43.3 L/yr |
1
year
(752
salaries)
| ₹5.3 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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2
years
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| ₹6 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
3
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(555
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| ₹9 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
4
years
(409
salaries)
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
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SDE (Software Development Engineer) Jobs in India
SDE (Software Development Engineer)
· 3-5 years
Firstmeridian Business Services Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary By Locations
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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| ₹4 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
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Gurgaon / Gurugram
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| ₹9 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Pune
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| ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
Noida
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| ₹5 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr |
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SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
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Internet SDE (Software Development Engineer)
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| ₹6.9 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
Software Product SDE (Software Development Engineer)
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| ₹6 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting SDE (Software Development Engineer)
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| ₹4.4 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr |
Retail SDE (Software Development Engineer)
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| ₹12 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr |
Emerging Technologies SDE (Software Development Engineer)
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| ₹7 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salaries
What is the salary of a SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India?
The salary of a SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, SDE (Software Development Engineer) salaries ranges from ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹60.0 Lakhs to ₹200.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 5.7k salaries received from various SDE (Software Development Engineer)s across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹60.0 Lakhs to ₹200.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 5.7k salaries received from various SDE (Software Development Engineer)s across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ SDE (Software Development Engineer)s?
SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Uber SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary | ₹60 Lakhs to ₹2 Lakhs per year |
| Microsoft Corporation SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary | ₹25 Lakhs to ₹65 Lakhs per year |
| Google SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary | ₹22.3 Lakhs to ₹82.2 Lakhs per year |
| Apple SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary | ₹25 Lakhs to ₹69.5 Lakhs per year |
| Atlassian SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary | ₹21.8 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India?
The annual salary for SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India varies by location. Top paying cities for SDE (Software Development Engineer) are
Salary expectations for SDE (Software Development Engineer) may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Chennai | ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Mumbai | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India are:
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Urban Transport | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Media & Entertainment | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Logistics | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Retail | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year |
| SDE (Software Development Engineer) Salary in Emerging Technologies | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as SDE (Software Development Engineer)?
Fresher salaries for SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India typically range from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹43.3 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 SDE (Software Development Engineer) in India?
Experience significantly impacts a SDE (Software Development Engineer) salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as SDE (Software Development Engineer) take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
SDE (Software Development Engineer) salary at different experience level are as follows:
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| Experience | Average Salary Range |
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| Fresher | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹43.3 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
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