System Engineer
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₹2.4 Lakhs - ₹7.6 Lakhs
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• updated:
19 Mar 2025
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System Engineer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 6 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 18.7k latest salaries received from System Engineer.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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ABC Consultants System Engineer Salary
5 years exp |  | |
Shell System Engineer Salary
5 years exp | | |
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Chennai
(15.1k salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(2.8k salaries)
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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr | 2 job openings |
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Chennai
(421 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(324 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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Chennai
(236 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(163 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(151 salaries)
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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr | |
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3
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Chennai
(149 salaries)
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(148 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr | |
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9
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Chennai
(138 salaries)
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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹13.9 L/yr | |
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System Engineer
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System Engineer
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System Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Fresher
(2
salaries)
| ₹0.7 L/yr - ₹1 L/yr |
1
year
(2.1k
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr |
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2
years
(6.4k
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr |
3
years
(6.1k
salaries)
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr |
4
years
(3.5k
salaries)
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr |
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System Engineer Jobs in Chennai
System Engineer
· 3-7 years
Merck Ltd
Bangalore / Bengaluru
System Engineer
· 1-3 years
Oracle
Bangalore / Bengaluru
System Engineer
· 7-10 years
Infosys Limited
Chennai
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• posted on 27 Feb 2025
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Work life balance Leave policies (Like LWP for pursuing higher studies) Health insurance Accessibility to different courses
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Dislikes
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• posted on 07 Mar 2025
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• posted on 26 Feb 2025
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• posted on 23 Dec 2024
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Being as a fresher it's really good company you must join this organization.
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+3 more
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• posted on 18 Dec 2024
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System Engineer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
System Engineer
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
System Engineer
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
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Pune
System Engineer
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
Kolkata
System Engineer
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.4 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
Mumbai
System Engineer
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
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System Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting System Engineer
1 -
6
years
exp.
| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
Financial Services System Engineer
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.9 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
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Internet System Engineer
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.9 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
BPO System Engineer
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹3.9 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
Education & Training System Engineer
1 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about System Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a System Engineer in India?
The salary of a System Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, System Engineer salaries ranges from ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 18.7k salaries received from various System Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 18.7k salaries received from various System Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ System Engineers?
System Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| ABC Consultants System Engineer Salary | ₹18 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs per year |
| Shell System Engineer Salary | ₹13 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year |
| AIRBUS System Engineer Salary | ₹13 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs per year |
| American Broadcasting Company System Engineer Salary | ₹8.3 Lakhs to ₹32 Lakhs per year |
| Salesforce System Engineer Salary | ₹17 Lakhs to ₹19.1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for System Engineer in India?
The annual salary for System Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for System Engineer are
Salary expectations for System Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| System Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Kolkata | ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for System Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for System Engineer in India are:
| System Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in BPO | ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year |
| System Engineer Salary in Education & Training | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the fresher salaries as System Engineer?
Fresher salaries for System Engineer in India typically range from ₹0.7 Lakhs to ₹1 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 System Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a System Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as System Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
System Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹0.7 Lakhs to ₹1.0 Lakhs per year |
| 1 year | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year |
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