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Capgemini Principal Consultant salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
10 - 16 years exp.
₹15 Lakhs - ₹35 Lakhs
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Engineering - Software & QA
Principal Consultant Salary
11 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹23 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

Project & Program Management
Principal Consultant Salary
13 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹26 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
Principal Consultant Salary
11 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹22 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Principal Consultant Salary
10 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹18 L/yr - ₹28.9 L/yr

Consulting
Principal Consultant Salary
14 - 15 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹25.5 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

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₹14 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

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₹11.9 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

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₹10 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

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5 - 13 years exp. (96 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr

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Atos Principal Consultant Salary

15 - 25 years exp. (80 salaries)

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₹21 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr

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TCS Principal Consultant Salary

11 - 29 years exp. (79 salaries)

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₹18.9 L/yr - ₹81.8 L/yr

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Accenture Principal Consultant Salary

10 - 17 years exp. (35 salaries)

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₹19 L/yr - ₹49.9 L/yr

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10 - 20 years exp. (33 salaries)

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₹19 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr

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6 - 20 years exp. (19 salaries)

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₹15.3 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

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DXC Technology Principal Consultant Salary

10 - 16 years exp. (17 salaries)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr

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₹30 L/yr - ₹35.7 L/yr

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Dell EMC Principal Consultant Salary

10 - 15 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹19 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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HCL Group Principal Consultant Salary

4 - 19 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹27 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr

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4 - 17 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹19 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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11 - 18 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹19.5 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

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10 - 23 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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Principal Consultant salary at Capgemini ranges between ₹15 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 29 latest salaries received from various employees of Capgemini.

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Experience wise Capgemini Principal Consultant salaries

Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
10 years  (3 salaries)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
11 years  (5 salaries)

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₹18 L/yr - ₹46.1 L/yr
12 years  (7 salaries)

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₹16 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
14 years  (5 salaries)

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₹23.1 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr
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Top skills at Capgemini for Principal Consultant

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Salary related reviews for Capgemini

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Rated by 5 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

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I worked in Capgemini 1.8 years, HRs are too toxic, very poor management. HR won't be talk you properly. I should recommend plz don't join Capgemini.

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...re toxic, they don't care about employees. There is proper policy for employees. No salary hick, no promotion, no work like balance. Third class management..

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Project & Program Management Department

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Work Life balance although project dependent, skill development is highly focused area, work satisfaction is again project dependent, Company culture is very good, Job security is also very good.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Salary Hike

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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People here with average work have no fear of loosing jobs. It's for the good and high achieving employees who will not be satisfied with the mediocrity and unrewarding workplace. But yes I never felt I will lose my job here.

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  • Job security - Excellent

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Poor Management, Corrupt Leadership, Unfair Compensation, Stagnant Growth, Hijacking Career Paths by Seniors, Blocked opportunities and Biases

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Sales & Business Development Department

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Nothing to like

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... is full of self righteous low iq people. Absolute zero hikes and no promotions. Abysmal salary and on top of that management wants everybody to work from office for 9 hours and then work from home for another 3 hours. The India CEO statement of 9.5 hours is absolutely false.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Exposure to new technologies

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...h. These days CG is careless and can throw out anyone giving compliance reasons. No salary hikes even if you have worked so hard.

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Capgemini Principal Consultant Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Consultant at Capgemini ?
The average salary of a Principal Consultant at Capgemini in India typically ranges from ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Principal Consultant at Capgemini earn more than ₹32.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹35.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Consultant Salaries at Capgemini can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 20+ Capgemini employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Consultant at Capgemini in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Consultant at Capgemini in India typically ranges from ₹1,72,591 to ₹1,79,258 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 16 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 20+ salaries received from various employees of Capgemini. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Principal Consultant at Capgemini ?
To be a Principal Consultant at Capgemini in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Physical Security
  • - Corporate
  • - Security operations
  • - Physical Security
  • - Corporate

These skills are highly valued at Capgemini and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Capgemini for Principal Consultant in India?
TCS ₹18.9 Lakhs to ₹81.8 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹49.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹49.9 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Capgemini, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Principal Consultant in companies similar to Capgemini in India?
The salary of a Principal Consultant at companies similar to Capgemini in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Infosys ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹35.7 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.
How the salary growth look like for a Principal Consultant at Capgemini in India?
The salary growth for a Principal Consultant at Capgemini depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Consultant can expect the following growth trajectory at Capgemini:

Experience Average Salary Range
10 years ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
11 years ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹46.1 Lakhs per year
12 years ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
13 years ₹11.1 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
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Capgemini Principal Consultant salary in India ranges between ₹15 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 29 Capgemini latest salaries received from various employees of Capgemini.