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IBM Linux System Administrator salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 9 years exp.
₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹9.3 Lakhs
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24% more than the average Linux System Administrator Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 9 years of experience

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1 - 9 years exp. (142 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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1 - 6 years exp. (37 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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1 - 7 years exp. (12 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr

Administration & Facilities
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2 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr

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3 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 11 Mar 2025

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IBM Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 9 years exp. (226 salaries)

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1 - 6 years exp. (192 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

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HCLTech Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 9 years exp. (165 salaries)

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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr

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Accenture Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (134 salaries)

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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr

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Cognizant Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (116 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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Infosys Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 8 years exp. (113 salaries)

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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr

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Genpact Linux System Administrator Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (49 salaries)

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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HCL Group Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 4 years exp. (38 salaries)

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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

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NTT Data Linux System Administrator Salary

2 - 7 years exp. (32 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr

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Atos Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (25 salaries)

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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Dell EMC Linux System Administrator Salary

2 - 6 years exp. (13 salaries)

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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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NTT Linux System Administrator Salary

2 - 8 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹11.9 L/yr

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UST Linux System Administrator Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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Linux System Administrator salary at IBM ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 226 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

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Experience wise IBM Linux System Administrator salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 11 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
1 year  (8 salaries)

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2 years  (30 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr
3 years  (69 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
4 years  (60 salaries)

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr
5 years  (37 salaries)

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
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IBM Linux System Administrator Salary and Career Growth

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Devops Engineer

1 - 10 years exp.
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Devops Consultant

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Top skills at IBM for Linux System Administrator

Linux System Administration Patch Management Automation Linux Agile Performance Tuning Networking Monitoring Veritas IT Services Redhat Linux System Administration Configuration Networking SUSE

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

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Likes

Benefits provided by IBM are good.

  • Company culture - Good

Dislikes

Before joining, ask the department, if it is TSS, do not join. It is worst department to join, no hike,not much benefits, upper level management is worst. They dont care about employee they only care about customer.

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  • Promotions - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 18 Feb 2025

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...trictly enforced. No fixed hours to spend in office, that depends between teams. promotions and pay cycles depends on your importance and how good the team is doing in the organisation. managers are helpful and respectful towards employees in general. one have scope and opportunity to grow skills, contribute to open source, blogs, disclosures.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Internal movement between teams is almost always a fight. Often people are made to work in mixed bag of tasks/technologies, that might make one a jack of all trades and makes specialisation in one/some skillset go away.

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  • Work satisfaction - Poor

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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

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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.

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No doubt working with prestigious organisation like IBM is a eye catcher. Company will force you to learn anytime. So you will learn a lot through, learning assignment , free premium udemy, wfh facility.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Only Salary. What you get at the time of joining , will be fixed. No increment in any manner. There is no standard to that. So make sure ,you ask higher. They will deny on this but it is true. It is not Limited to me having 3 yrs in IBM but others who has 7 years too has the same issue.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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IBM is really good company to work for, better work life balance, work culture, work satisfaction, transparency, team building activities and learning support everything is good.

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Low salary increments and promotions are hard to get.

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IBM Linux System Administrator Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The average salary of a Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 9 years).

The top 10% of Linux System Administrator in Bangalore / Bengaluru at IBM earn more than ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.3 Lakhs per year. Linux System Administrator 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 200+ IBM employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The estimated take-home salary of a Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹52,760 to ₹54,003 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 9 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 200+ 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 Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
To be a Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru, the key skills required include:

  • - Linux System Administration
  • - Patch Management
  • - Automation
  • - Linux
  • - Agile

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 Linux System Administrator in India?
DXC Technology ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
NTT ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹11.9 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc. ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 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 Linux System Administrator in companies similar to IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The salary of a Linux System Administrator at companies similar to IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCLTech ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹10.1 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.9 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 Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The salary growth for a Linux System Administrator at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Linux System Administrator in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at IBM:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year
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IBM Linux System Administrator salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 226 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.