IBM Kolkata Project Lead Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

7 - 19 years exp.

₹8.6 Lakhs - ₹29 Lakhs

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16% more than the average Project Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 7 - 19 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Project Lead Salary 7 - 15 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
Project & Program Management Project Lead Salary 14 - 19 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
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Consulting Project Lead Salary 7 - 9 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹18.9 L/yr - ₹21.3 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Project Lead Salary 17 - 18 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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IBM Project Lead Salary

7 - 19 years exp. (20 salaries)

₹8.6 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

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Wipro Project Lead Salary 6 - 18 years exp. (55 salaries)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹25.9 L/yr 21% less	11 job openings
TCS Project Lead Salary 6 - 15 years exp. (35 salaries)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹23.6 L/yr 28% less
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Tech Mahindra Project Lead Salary 7 - 18 years exp. (30 salaries)	₹8.9 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr At par
Cognizant Project Lead Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 8% less
BT Group Project Lead Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr 56% less

Project Lead salary at IBM ranges between ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹29 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 7 years to 19 years. Salary estimates are based on 20 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

Experience wise IBM Project Lead salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.3 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr
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9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.4 L/yr - ₹33.2 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.5 L/yr - ₹33.6 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17 L/yr - ₹21.7 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10 L/yr - ₹34.3 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.5 L/yr - ₹34.7 L/yr
14 years (5 salaries)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
15+ years (6 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

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Project Manager 9 - 25 years exp.

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Salary related reviews for IBM

5.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Project Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 02 Oct 2018

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The possibility of learning or self improvement and getting certified is good as there is lot of online training materials available. Most of the young recruitee are ambitious and strive hard to prove themselves.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

...sible mainly for unmarried people, Or depends on the project you are working. 2. Politics is high as you move up the ladder and appraisal also becomes biased and compensation was meagre and erratic. Even if your band changes you may get only a three thousand rupees hike overall.

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

+1 more

Technical Architect in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 18 Apr 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Emphasis on Upskilling and Reskilling, Good salary structure with no Variable pay component Nice work life balance

Salary - Excellent

+6 more

Dislikes

Promotion proccess at times seems completely dependent on Client feedback might not reflect the true potential of the candidate

Senior Software Engineer in Ahmedabad

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

1.0

• posted on 04 Nov 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

salary , PF employer contribution not counted in CTC, per day 3 free tea or coffee, gives laptop, A/C office, per day 3 free tea or coffe

Salary - Good

Dislikes

you will get stucked in leaning loop to learn their own tech stech which are not that famous in market, stop thinking about leaning new skillset while working you will drop the knowledge of your existing skillset you carry,

Skill development - Bad

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IBM Project Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Lead at IBM in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Project Lead at IBM in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 7 years to 19 years).

The top 10% of Project Lead in Kolkata at IBM earn more than ₹20.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹29.0 Lakhs per year. Project 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 20+ IBM employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Project Lead at IBM in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹1,27,802 to ₹1,32,097 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 7 years to 19 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 20+ salaries received from various employees of IBM. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

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

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

Tech Mahindra	₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹25.9 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹23.6 Lakhs per year
BT Group	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.8 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 Project Lead at IBM in Kolkata?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
7 years	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹19.2 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹19.2 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹7.4 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs per year

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IBM Project Lead salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹29 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 20 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.