Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Chennai Principal Engineer Salaries by 7 Employees

12 - 18 years exp.

₹16 Lakhs - ₹20 Lakhs

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30% less than the average Principal Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 12 - 18 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Principal Engineer Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹19.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Principal Engineer Salary 12 - 13 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16 L/yr - ₹17.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 31 Aug 2024

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Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Principal Engineer Salary

12 - 18 years exp. (7 salaries)

₹16 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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Jasmin Infotech Principal Engineer Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (94 salaries)	₹7.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 17% less
VA Tech Wabag Principal Engineer Salary 8 - 17 years exp. (50 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹15.3 L/yr 41% less
Verizon Principal Engineer Salary 11 - 20 years exp. (39 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹54 L/yr 112% more	4 job openings

Principal Engineer salary at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing ranges between ₹16 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 18 years. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of Centre for Development of Advanced Computing.

Experience wise Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Principal Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 31 Aug 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.9 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17 L/yr - ₹21.7 L/yr
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14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17.1 L/yr - ₹21.9 L/yr
15+ years (3 salaries)	₹7.8 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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3.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

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No Evening status calls and there is limited office work after business hours

Work-life balance - Good

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Not Providing industry bench mark salary for experienced resources and most of the projects are running with people with out experience

Salary - Bad

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 27 Jan 2025

5.0

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Likes

...for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has been an incredible experience. For freshers, it offers the perfect blend of competitive salary and unparalleled job security. Beyond these perks, C-DAC is a haven for those eager to learn and explore new technologies. The work environment encourages innovation and continuous growth, making it an ideal place for anyone passionate about advancing their skills. My time at C-DAC has been truly rewarding and enriching.

Salary - Excellent

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One drawback of working at C-DAC is the lack of a fixed promotion structure. Freshers join as Project Engineers, but promotions to roles like Senior Project Engineer are rare and depend on project needs and management decisions. This can make career growth uncertain.

Promotions - Poor

Project Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 06 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

You will get to learn a lot of skills, salary will be on time, get leaves

Skill development - Good

+1 more

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...ities promise unrealistic timeline to client and pressure employees to work day and night, delayed appraisal, but cut your salary in time for being late in office

Promotions - Poor

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Project Engineer in Noida

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 09 Mar 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...really good - Once you get task you are owner of it, no excessive work pressure. - Salary is good as per market standard

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

- Performance is not considered, and how is judged - Job security is based on how your - For promotion, you need to appear to be hard working, whether you work or not. - You have no say in anything; your boss is always right.

Skill development - Poor

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Project Engineer in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 13 Mar 2025

3.0

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Likes

If you are lucky like me then you will work in right department in CDAC. I enjoyed my 3 years in CDAC by working on different technologies and proud to be the part of the development team of the project which was launched by Prime minister Modi ji. CDAC is best place to work as a fresher, there are no limitations to learn new things.

Skill development - Good

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Promotion and salary would be better.

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What is the salary of Principal Engineer at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai?

The average salary of a Principal Engineer at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai typically ranges from ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 18 years).

The top 10% of Principal Engineer in Chennai at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing earn more than ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Engineer Salaries at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing 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 7 Centre for Development of Advanced Computing employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Engineer at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Engineer at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,27,386 to ₹1,31,626 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 18 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 7 salaries received from various employees of Centre for Development of Advanced Computing. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Centre for Development of Advanced Computing for Principal Engineer in India?

Verizon	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹54.0 Lakhs per year
Altimetrik	₹21.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Principal Engineer in companies similar to Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai?

The salary of a Principal Engineer at companies similar to Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Saipem	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹26.4 Lakhs per year
Jasmin Infotech	₹7.6 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
VA Tech Wabag	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹15.3 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 Engineer at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Principal Engineer at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing:

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹16.9 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹21.7 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹17.1 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year

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