Cisco Network Engineer L1 L2 Salaries by 10 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 3 years exp.

₹3 Lakhs - ₹5.5 Lakhs

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Cisco for Network Engineer L1 L2

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 1 - 9 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr 7% more
IBM Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 22% less
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Sterlite Technologies Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 6 - 9 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 24% more
Nokia Networks Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr 6% less
BT Business Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 39% more

Network Engineer L1 L2 salary at Cisco ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 3 years. Salary estimates are based on 10 latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.

Experience wise Cisco Network Engineer L1 L2 salaries

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
1 year (4 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr
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2 years (3 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

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5.0

• posted on 19 Jul 2024

4.0

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

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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

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 27 May 2021

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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.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2021

4.0

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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 04 Feb 2025

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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.

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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.

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Cisco Network Engineer L1 L2 Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco ?

The average salary of a Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 3 years).

The top 10% of Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco earn more than ₹5.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹5.5 Lakhs per year. Network Engineer L1 L2 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 10 Cisco employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹31,224 to ₹32,520 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 3 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 10 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 Network Engineer L1 L2 in India?

BT Business	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Sterlite Technologies	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Hewlett Packard Enterprise	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹5.2 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 Network Engineer L1 L2 in companies similar to Cisco in India?

The salary of a Network Engineer L1 L2 at companies similar to Cisco in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Nokia Networks	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹6.0 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 Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco in India?

The salary growth for a Network Engineer L1 L2 at Cisco depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Network Engineer L1 L2 can expect the following growth trajectory at Cisco:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.4 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹5.4 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year

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Cisco Network Engineer L1 L2 salary in India ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 10 Cisco latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.