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IBM QA Lead salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
5 - 14 years exp.
₹7 Lakhs - ₹24.3 Lakhs
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10% less than the average QA Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 14 years of experience

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5 - 14 years exp. (67 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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9 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr

Quality Assurance
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5 - 13 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

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HCLTech QA Lead Salary

8 - 11 years exp. (66 salaries)

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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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UST QA Lead Salary

9 - 12 years exp. (35 salaries)

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₹6.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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DXC Technology QA Lead Salary

9 - 14 years exp. (19 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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Genpact QA Lead Salary

4 - 12 years exp. (16 salaries)

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₹6.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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HCL Group QA Lead Salary

6 - 9 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹8.1 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. QA Lead Salary

7 - 13 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹6.1 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

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NTT Data QA Lead Salary

7 - 14 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹7.6 L/yr - ₹17.3 L/yr

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Dell EMC QA Lead Salary

10 - 15 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹15.1 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

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Atos QA Lead Salary

7 - 11 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹11 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr

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9 - 14 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹16 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr

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NielsenIQ QA Lead Salary

7 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹19.5 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

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8 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

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QA Lead salary at IBM ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹24.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 87 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

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Experience wise IBM QA Lead salaries

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
5 years  (6 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr
6 years  (5 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
7 years  (7 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹13.4 L/yr
8 years  (10 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
9 years  (14 salaries)

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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
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Top skills at IBM for QA Lead

Linux Javascript Selenium Scrum PHP Unix API Testing Python Manual Testing Performance Testing JUnit diab Virtualization Technical Leadership technical leadership

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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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  • Salary - Excellent
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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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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 16 Jan 2025

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

  • Job security - Good
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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.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Pros - Beuatiful Place to work for -Great work culture and more innovative projects all around

  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

... any calendar year - Although you perform well they will demotivate you to stop giving hike - They will maintain the lowest salary package of your market price -Manager Politics are more

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  • Salary - Bad
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IT & Information Security Department

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4.0
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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

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  • 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,

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Work life balance is very nice and also Flexibility towards work. Great place to work with IBM for everyone.

  • Job security - Good
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As per market standards, Salary is not getting as expected. So company should work on Salary hike as per current industry. Rest everything is good.

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  • Promotions - Poor
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IBM QA Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of QA Lead at IBM ?
The average salary of a QA Lead at IBM in India typically ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹24.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of QA Lead at IBM earn more than ₹21.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹26.1 Lakhs per year. QA 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 80+ IBM employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a QA Lead at IBM in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a QA Lead at IBM in India typically ranges from ₹1,03,073 to ₹1,05,894 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹24.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 14 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 80+ 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 QA Lead at IBM ?
To be a QA Lead at IBM in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Linux
  • - Javascript
  • - Selenium
  • - Scrum
  • - PHP

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 QA Lead in India?
NielsenIQ ₹19.5 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
Zebra Technologies ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Koch Business Solutions ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 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 QA Lead in companies similar to IBM in India?
The salary of a QA Lead at companies similar to IBM in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
UST ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹24.0 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 QA Lead at IBM in India?
The salary growth for a QA Lead at IBM depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a QA Lead can expect the following growth trajectory at IBM:

Experience Average Salary Range
5 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹11.8 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹13.4 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
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IBM QA Lead salary in India ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹24.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 87 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.