IBM Chennai Lead Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 10 years exp.

₹4 Lakhs - ₹9.9 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (93%)

₹6.1 Lakhs

Variable (7%)

₹0.4 Lakh

53% less than the average Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 10 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Finance & Accounting Lead Salary 4 - 10 years exp. (75 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Lead Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (34 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr
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BFSI, Investments & Trading Lead Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Companies similar to IBM for Lead in Chennai

IBM Lead Salary

3 - 10 years exp. (132 salaries)

₹4 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS Lead Salary 4 - 15 years exp. (106 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr 51% more
HCLTech Lead Salary 4 - 14 years exp. (57 salaries)	₹4.4 L/yr - ₹17.1 L/yr 56% more
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Societe Generale Global Solution Centre Lead Salary 9 - 14 years exp. (54 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr 115% more	1 job opening
Wipro Lead Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (26 salaries)	₹15.1 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr 154% more	31 job openings
Cognizant Lead Salary 3 - 13 years exp. (21 salaries)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹26.1 L/yr 123% more
UST Lead Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹26.8 L/yr 129% more	83 job openings
HCL Group Lead Salary 4 - 11 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr 66% more
Accenture Lead Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 128% more	2 job openings
Capgemini Lead Salary 7 - 13 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr 43% more	7 job openings
Infosys Lead Salary 8 - 13 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr 120% more	62 job openings
DXC Technology Lead Salary 13 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 96% more
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Tech Mahindra Lead Salary 10 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr 221% more	9 job openings

Lead salary at IBM ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 132 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

Experience wise IBM Lead salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr
4 years (8 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr
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5 years (18 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
6 years (25 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr
7 years (26 salaries)	₹4.3 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr
8 years (21 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
9 years (20 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
10 years (12 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr

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Top skills at IBM for Lead

Interpersonal Skills Change Management Time Management MS Office Service Level

Salary related reviews for IBM

3.6

Rated by 14 employees for salary & benefits

Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Finance & Accounting Department

4.0

• posted on 27 Mar 2018

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

IBM overall is a good company to work with. Compensation as compared to market is good. N number of training opportunity available in the portal be it management, accounting, developing skills.

Work-life balance - Good

Dislikes

No Job security, unsatisfactory annual increment, no growth prospective.

Skill development - Poor

+2 more

Project Manager in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Consulting Department

1.0

• posted on 25 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing, old employees staying in the company in their comfort zone 14-15 years with big ego.

Dislikes

Ibm policy No salary increase Nothing good No work life balance No good projects all are clean up activity No job roles peoples are out anywhere One of the worst workforce/resource management team i have seen in my exp. Even though you get client appreciation you won't get notified or awarded by ibm Worst project mangers and program mangers

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Feb 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...king with, generally a nice company with very convenient workspace and culture . No strict timings ,Salary is Good 👍🏻

Salary - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

Medical insurance and other benefits are average. No cab facility for us . Most of team members reporting that they have less work life balance and additional working hours.

Skill development - Poor

+1 more

Test Lead in Bhubaneswar

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 16 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Lot of projects available to engage people. More Onsite opportunity .

Job security - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Skills are under utilized due to project pressure. Salary is low compared to market standard and appraisal takes lot of time. Insurance policy is poor.

Technical Specialist in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Jun 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

They considered me for H1b and filed my petition in 8 months after my joining

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

After receiving H1B they never approved my travel and you are forced to stay there for less salary. Don't take joining bonus, get maximum take home salary before joining. In percentage you will receive like 8-10 percent hike but in 3 years you will be less paid and have less knowledge as you work for some client.

Salary - Poor

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What is the salary of Lead at IBM in Chennai?

The average salary of a Lead at IBM in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 10 years).

The top 10% of Lead in Chennai at IBM earn more than ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.2 Lakhs per year. Lead Salaries at IBM 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+ IBM employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead at IBM in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead at IBM in Chennai typically ranges from ₹49,803 to ₹50,979 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 10 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 IBM. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead at IBM in Chennai?

To be a Lead at IBM in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Interpersonal Skills
- Change Management
- Time Management
- MS Office
- Service Level

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than IBM for Lead in India?

Tech Mahindra	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹26.8 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹26.1 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Lead in companies similar to IBM in Chennai?

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

Infosys	₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹17.1 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 Lead at IBM in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹7.1 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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IBM Lead salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 132 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.