IBM Bangalore / Bengaluru Principal Consultant Salaries by 6 Employees

7 - 13 years exp.

₹14 Lakhs - ₹43 Lakhs

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21% more than the average Principal Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 7 - 13 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Principal Consultant Salary 7 - 10 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹39.1 L/yr
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Consulting Principal Consultant Salary 8 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.3 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr

Last Updated: 10 Jul 2024

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IBM Principal Consultant Salary

7 - 13 years exp. (6 salaries)

₹14 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr

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Infosys Principal Consultant Salary 12 - 25 years exp. (659 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr 1% more
Wipro Principal Consultant Salary 9 - 22 years exp. (611 salaries)	₹14.1 L/yr - ₹44.5 L/yr 15% less	7 job openings
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Genpact Principal Consultant Salary 6 - 17 years exp. (572 salaries)	₹13.3 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr 20% less	5 job openings
Tech Mahindra Principal Consultant Salary 15 - 25 years exp. (42 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr 3% more
Cognizant Principal Consultant Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (32 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 38% less
NTT Data Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 12 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹10.7 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 32% less
NTT DATA, Inc. Principal Consultant Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (28 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr 55% less
Atos Principal Consultant Salary 15 - 24 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹24.8 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr 8% more
TCS Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 25 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹20.1 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr 13% more
Capgemini Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 15 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 22% less
Accenture Principal Consultant Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹49.9 L/yr 5% more
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Societe Generale Global Solution Centre Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 19 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹35.7 L/yr 8% less
HCLTech Principal Consultant Salary 10 - 16 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹33 L/yr - ₹38.5 L/yr At par
HCL Group Principal Consultant Salary 10 - 21 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹34.7 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr 22% more
Dell EMC Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 34% less
DXC Technology Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr 17% less

Principal Consultant salary at IBM ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹43 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 7 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 6 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

Experience wise IBM Principal Consultant salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 10 Jul 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25.1 L/yr - ₹32.1 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹26.1 L/yr - ₹33.3 L/yr
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9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹27 L/yr - ₹34.6 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹28 L/yr - ₹35.8 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹29 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹29.9 L/yr - ₹38.2 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹30.9 L/yr - ₹39.5 L/yr

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What is the salary of Principal Consultant at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The average salary of a Principal Consultant at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 7 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Principal Consultant in Bangalore / Bengaluru at IBM earn more than ₹41.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹43.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Consultant 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 6 IBM employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Consultant at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Consultant at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹2,08,117 to ₹2,16,391 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 7 years to 13 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 6 salaries received from various employees of IBM. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than IBM for Principal Consultant in India?

HCL Group	₹34.7 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹20.1 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹24.8 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹49.9 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 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 Principal Consultant in companies similar to IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary of a Principal Consultant at companies similar to IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Infosys	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹33.0 Lakhs to ₹38.5 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹35.7 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹14.1 Lakhs to ₹44.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 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 Principal Consultant at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary growth for a Principal Consultant at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Consultant in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at IBM:

Experience	Average Salary Range
7 years	₹25.1 Lakhs to ₹32.1 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹26.1 Lakhs to ₹33.3 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹34.6 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹35.8 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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IBM Principal Consultant salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹43 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 6 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.