Ernst & Young Principal Consultant Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

8 - 15 years exp.

₹18 Lakhs - ₹34 Lakhs

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Consulting Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹20.4 L/yr - ₹33.6 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹18.2 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr
BFSI, Investments & Trading Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹19.1 L/yr - ₹33.4 L/yr
Project & Program Management Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

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Last Updated: 4 Mar 2025

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Principal Consultant salary at Ernst & Young ranges between ₹18 Lakhs to ₹34 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 128 latest salaries received from various employees of Ernst & Young.

Experience wise Ernst & Young Principal Consultant salaries

Last Updated: 4 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (8 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr
9 years (15 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
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10 years (21 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹33.6 L/yr
11 years (21 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr
12 years (19 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
13 years (20 salaries)	₹18.1 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr
14 years (16 salaries)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹31.9 L/yr
15+ years (8 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

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1.0

• posted on 19 Jan 2025

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Their is nothing to like about they make you work for over 10-12 hrs a day without any recognition

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The culture is very toxic with office politics always taking first place. Even if you outperform your peers you will not get appraisal or bonus because office politics may not allow it

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Salary - Good

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...sary pressure to work from office and the unsupportive rude behaviour of the HR. There was nothing given above and beyond the salary not even box of sweets on small occasions. All the team outings and activities were self sponsored.

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Nov 2024

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...nd after office hours. People are around to provide helping hand whenever stuck. Hikes and bonus is better than most companies around.

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Lesser projects with better technologies and lesser growth opportunities in terms of tech stack. Many legacy applications are still operative which requires people to work on legacy technologies.

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Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

2.0

• posted on 25 Sep 2024

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It has terrible work-life balance and toxic work culture. You are forced to work on Saturday by creating undue pressure although there is no deadline

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What is the salary of Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young ?

The average salary of a Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young in India typically ranges from ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young earn more than ₹30.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹34.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Consultant Salaries at Ernst & Young 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+ Ernst & Young employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young in India typically ranges from ₹1,72,039 to ₹1,78,681 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 15 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 Ernst & Young. 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 Ernst & Young ?

To be a Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young in india, the key skills required include:

- Hyperion Essbase
- Hyperion Planning
- PBCS
- RFP
- RFI

These skills are highly valued at Ernst & Young and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Ernst & Young for Principal Consultant in India?

BCG	₹68.8 Lakhs to ₹133.1 Lakhs per year
Bain & Company	₹68.0 Lakhs to ₹82.0 Lakhs per year
ZS	₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year
Mercer	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹76.6 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹18.8 Lakhs to ₹78.5 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Principal Consultant in companies similar to Ernst & Young in India?

The salary of a Principal Consultant at companies similar to Ernst & Young in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Willis Towers Watson	₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹49.9 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year
Frost & Sullivan	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹38.7 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 Ernst & Young in India?

The salary growth for a Principal Consultant at Ernst & Young depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Consultant can expect the following growth trajectory at Ernst & Young:

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year

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Ernst & Young Principal Consultant salary in India ranges between ₹18 Lakhs to ₹34 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 128 Ernst & Young latest salaries received from various employees of Ernst & Young.