Cisco Engineering Manager Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

11 - 21 years exp.

₹22 Lakhs - ₹77 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

18% more than the average Engineering Manager Salary in Hardware & Networking Companies for 11 - 21 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Engineering Manager Salary 11 - 21 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹24 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Engineering Manager Salary 14 - 20 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹27.1 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr

Last Updated: 18 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Cisco for Engineering Manager

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
BT Business Engineering Manager Salary 8 - 17 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹19.6 L/yr - ₹52.5 L/yr 5% less
Sterlite Technologies Engineering Manager Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 31% less
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Nvidia Engineering Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹36.3 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr 8% more
Juniper Networks Engineering Manager Salary 15 - 18 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹32.1 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr 20% more
Nokia Networks Engineering Manager Salary 10 - 21 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹23.3 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 30% less
Lumen Technologies Engineering Manager Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr 49% less
Pervacio Engineering Manager Salary 11 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹21.4 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr 39% less
Seagate Engineering Manager Salary 15 - 18 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹35 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr 9% less
Extreme Networks Engineering Manager Salary 3 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr 37% less
Aruba Networks Engineering Manager Salary 15 - 19 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹32 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr 16% less
Arista Networks Engineering Manager Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹60 L/yr - ₹65.7 L/yr 46% more
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Engineering Manager salary at Cisco ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹77 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 11 years to 21 years. Salary estimates are based on 72 latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.

Experience wise Cisco Engineering Manager salaries

Last Updated: 18 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
11 years (3 salaries)	₹31 L/yr - ₹47.4 L/yr
12 years (3 salaries)	₹28.6 L/yr - ₹71.8 L/yr
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13 years (5 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹42.2 L/yr
14 years (7 salaries)	₹27.1 L/yr - ₹61.5 L/yr
15+ years (54 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹77 L/yr

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Great work-life balance. The ability to work from home depends on the team and is permitted if there is a genuine need. There are plenty of free resources available for skill development.

Salary - Good

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Due to recent layoffs, job security is uncertain. Promotions and salary increases have been impacted and are lower compared to other competitors.

Job security - Poor

Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 19 Jul 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

WLB is really good People are really nice to talk We will be valued and trusted in team

Salary - Good

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Salary is less compared to market standards No transparency in salary We don’t even get to know what is the grade level of our colleagues unless you are involved with colleagues outside work like chai table or discussion tables

Software Engineer in Bangalore Rural

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 27 May 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good culture and work-life balance. Everything is driven by managers at any level. Good company to work for but don't stay in the same team for a long time. keep changing the teams internally.

Skill development - Excellent

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... stayed more years, Salaries are very less when compared to college fresh grads. and there is no rule that higher grades get more compensation than lower grades.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is best in cisco . Managers are very good and helpful . Really liked this company and feels best place to work.

Salary - Good

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Cisco salary is decent. But cisco competitors pay better than cisco . But still best place to work when it comes to work life balance.

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 May 2024

4.0

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Likes

I like the Campus and work culture at Cisco.

Salary - Good

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Until you resign, managers will not recognize your worth. Pay is less when compared with competitors. Promotions happen rarely. Managers will not allow you to take leaves.

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Cisco Engineering Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Engineering Manager at Cisco ?

The average salary of a Engineering Manager at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹77.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 11 years to 21 years).

The top 10% of Engineering Manager at Cisco earn more than ₹59.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹75.9 Lakhs per year. Engineering Manager Salaries at Cisco 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 70+ Cisco employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Engineering Manager at Cisco in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Engineering Manager at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹2,58,595 to ₹2,69,151 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹77.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 11 years to 21 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 70+ salaries received from various employees of Cisco. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cisco for Engineering Manager in India?

Arista Networks	₹60.0 Lakhs to ₹65.7 Lakhs per year
Juniper Networks	₹32.1 Lakhs to ₹68.0 Lakhs per year
Nvidia	₹36.3 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Engineering Manager in companies similar to Cisco in India?

The salary of a Engineering Manager at companies similar to Cisco in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

BT Business	₹19.6 Lakhs to ₹52.5 Lakhs per year
Seagate	₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year
Aruba Networks	₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year
Nokia Networks	₹23.3 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
Sterlite Technologies	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 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 Engineering Manager at Cisco in India?

The salary growth for a Engineering Manager at Cisco depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Engineering Manager can expect the following growth trajectory at Cisco:

Experience	Average Salary Range
11 years	₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹47.4 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹28.6 Lakhs to ₹71.8 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹42.2 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹27.1 Lakhs to ₹61.5 Lakhs per year

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Cisco Engineering Manager salary in India ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹77 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 72 Cisco latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.