CGI Group Chennai Softwaretest Engineer Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 6 years exp.

₹2.8 Lakhs - ₹11.3 Lakhs

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Engineering - Software & QA Softwaretest Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (97 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr
IT & Information Security Softwaretest Engineer Salary 4 - 5 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Softwaretest Engineer Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

Last Updated: 1 Apr 2025

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CGI Group Softwaretest Engineer Salary

2 - 6 years exp. (113 salaries)

₹2.8 L/yr - ₹11.3 L/yr

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Cognizant Softwaretest Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (660 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 8% more
Wipro Softwaretest Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (463 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr 20% more
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Accenture Softwaretest Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (447 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 20% more
Capgemini Softwaretest Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (235 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr 8% more
LTIMindtree Softwaretest Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (160 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr 6% less
IBM Softwaretest Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (107 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 7% more
NTT Data Softwaretest Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (96 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr 9% more
Virtusa Consulting Services Softwaretest Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (83 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 2% less
UST Softwaretest Engineer Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (76 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹13.2 L/yr 26% more
FIS Softwaretest Engineer Salary 2 - 9 years exp. (73 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹15.3 L/yr 42% more

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Softwaretest Engineer salary at CGI Group ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 113 latest salaries received from various employees of CGI Group.

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Experience wise CGI Group Softwaretest Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 1 Apr 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (9 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
3 years (36 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
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4 years (50 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr
5 years (12 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
6 years (6 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

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Senior Test Engineer

4 - 9 years exp.

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Test Lead

7 - 14 years exp.

37% hike

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Salary related reviews for CGI Group

3.9

Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

Softwaretest Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 13 Apr 2022

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work culture and along with personal space you can maintain any time. No micro management. Freedom to showcase ur skills and highlight any flaws

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

Compensation and benefits are very low. Management need to work on it.

Salary - Poor

Softwaretest Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Apr 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance is good and job is secured because they have multiple client and lots of project

Job security - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

...ly basic.there is no normalisation as other companies as per year of experience.for 5 ye experience person salary is that much less you can not survive in metro city

Salary - Bad

Softwaretest Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Apr 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security is excellent,pay is good for people who join cgi as their 2nd or 3rd company.Hardwork will be noticed and appreciated.Recognition and awards are given to deserving employees.

Skill development - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

Less salary for people who join as freshers,work can extend into your personal time as well.

Work-life balance - Poor

Softwaretest Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 May 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Working at CGI is a dream in teams of work-life balance and time flexibility. You will never fill tired in terms of work pressure.

Job security - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

1.Salary and appraisal for existing employee is poor, Not market standard. 2.Formal dress code will never increase the productivity, and also it's not suitable for summer country ,management need to understand that. 3. Any company or project related process are too much management oriented.

Softwaretest Engineer

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 30 Sep 2019

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Awesome place to work until and unless you expect them to pay for what you actually work. Its just you that you enjoy there without any expectations for money. Do charity for cgi and be happy.

Company culture - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

They won’t pay you what you deserve its just they are putting biscuits to a dog.

Salary - Bad

+2 more

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What is the salary of Softwaretest Engineer at CGI Group in Chennai?

The average salary of a Softwaretest Engineer at CGI Group in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 6 years).

The top 10% of Softwaretest Engineer in Chennai at CGI Group earn more than ₹7.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.0 Lakhs per year. Softwaretest Engineer Salaries at CGI Group 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 100+ CGI Group employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Softwaretest Engineer at CGI Group in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Softwaretest Engineer at CGI Group in Chennai typically ranges from ₹48,089 to ₹49,227 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 6 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 100+ salaries received from various employees of CGI Group. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than CGI Group for Softwaretest Engineer in India?

Nagarro	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹13.9 Lakhs per year
FIS	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year
Innova Solutions	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Sopra Steria	₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹13.2 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by CGI Group, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Softwaretest Engineer in companies similar to CGI Group in Chennai?

The salary of a Softwaretest Engineer at companies similar to CGI Group in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Publicis Sapient	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.1 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Emerson Electric Co.	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.8 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 Softwaretest Engineer at CGI Group in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Softwaretest Engineer at CGI Group in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Softwaretest Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at CGI Group:

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year

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CGI Group Softwaretest Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 113 CGI Group latest salaries received from various employees of CGI Group.