Software Engineer Tester
Annual salary range
₹2.9 Lakhs - ₹10.8 Lakhs
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Filter salaries bySoftware Engineer Tester Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
21 Mar 2025
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Software Engineer Tester Salary in India ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 5 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k latest salaries received from Software Engineer...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Cognizant Software Engineer Tester Salary
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Wipro Software Engineer Tester Salary
3 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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4
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(21 salaries)
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr | |
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(20 salaries)
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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr | |
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1 -
4
yrs
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(17 salaries)
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(16 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
2 -
6
yrs
exp.
(14 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
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4
yrs
exp.
(14 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr | |
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3
yrs
exp.
(14 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr | |
1 -
5
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
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5
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹10.2 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr | |
1 -
3
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr | |
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1 year exp.
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Mphasis
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3 years exp.
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MSR Cosmos Group
Software Engineer Tester
3 years exp.
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Infosys
Software Engineer Tester
3 years exp.
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KPIT Technologies
Software Engineer Tester
2 years exp.
4d ago
Zycus Infotech
Software Engineer Tester
3 years exp.
4d ago
Elevate
Software Engineer Tester
4 years exp.
4d ago
HCLTech
Software Engineer Tester
3 years exp.
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Software Engineer Tester salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(288
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
2
years
(512
salaries)
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
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3
years
(644
salaries)
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
4
years
(412
salaries)
| ₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
5
years
(81
salaries)
| ₹3.7 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr |
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| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
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5
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| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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1 -
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years
exp.
(27.2k salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
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Senior Engineer Salary
3 -
12
years
exp.
(2L salaries)
| ₹3.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
System Engineer Salary
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6
years
exp.
(1.5L salaries)
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr |
QA Engineer Salary
1 -
6
years
exp.
(75.4k salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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Software Engineer Tester Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Chennai
Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr |
Pune
Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Noida
Software Engineer Tester
1 -
4
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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Software Engineer Tester Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹9.7 L/yr |
Software Product Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr |
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Internet Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹2.9 L/yr - ₹12.2 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Software Engineer Tester
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Software Engineer Tester Salaries
What is the salary of a Software Engineer Tester in India?
The salary of a Software Engineer Tester in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Software Engineer Tester salaries ranges from ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k salaries received from various Software Engineer Testers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.9k salaries received from various Software Engineer Testers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Software Engineer Testers?
Software Engineer Tester Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Cognizant Software Engineer Tester Salary | ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year |
| Wipro Software Engineer Tester Salary | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs per year |
| Accenture Software Engineer Tester Salary | ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs per year |
| Hexaware Technologies Software Engineer Tester Salary | ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year |
| LTIMindtree Software Engineer Tester Salary | ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹7.1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Software Engineer Tester in India?
The annual salary for Software Engineer Tester in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Software Engineer Tester are
Salary expectations for Software Engineer Tester may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Chennai | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Pune | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Noida | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Software Engineer Tester in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Software Engineer Tester in India are:
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹9.7 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Software Product | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.8 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Internet | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year |
| Software Engineer Tester Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Software Engineer Tester in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Software Engineer Tester salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Software Engineer Tester take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Software Engineer Tester salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year |
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