IBM Bangalore / Bengaluru Software Test Specialist Salaries by 80+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 10 years exp.

₹7.9 Lakhs - ₹20 Lakhs

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Engineering - Software & QA Software Test Specialist Salary 2 - 10 years exp. (73 salaries)	₹7.9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Software Test Specialist Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹7.8 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

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IBM Software Test Specialist Salary

2 - 10 years exp. (88 salaries)

₹7.9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Software Test Specialist Salary 5 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹12.2 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr 11% more
NTT Data Software Test Specialist Salary 2 - 10 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 42% less
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Capgemini Software Test Specialist Salary 4 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr 5% more
Accenture Software Test Specialist Salary 7 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹7.6 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr 6% less
Siemens Software Test Specialist Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (46 salaries)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹17.2 L/yr 6% more

Software Test Specialist salary at IBM ranges between ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 88 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

Experience wise IBM Software Test Specialist salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (10 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr
3 years (11 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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4 years (8 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
5 years (15 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr
6 years (17 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr
7 years (9 salaries)	₹8.8 L/yr - ₹18.2 L/yr
8 years (12 salaries)	₹7.1 L/yr - ₹19.1 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹17.7 L/yr
10 years (4 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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Top skills at IBM for Software Test Specialist

Linux Python Troubleshooting Shell Scripting Perl Aix SDLC Test Planning Agile Debugging Test Cases Unix Selenium Ansible Automation

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Feb 2025

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

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.

Skill development - Poor

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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

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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.

Senior Quality Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 15 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Skill development - Excellent

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... 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

Salary - Bad

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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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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2023

3.0

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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.

Promotions - Poor

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What is the salary of Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The average salary of a Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 10 years).

The top 10% of Software Test Specialist in Bangalore / Bengaluru at IBM earn more than ₹16.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹19.6 Lakhs per year. Software Test Specialist 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 Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹86,582 to ₹88,851 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 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 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 Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

To be a Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru, the key skills required include:

- Linux
- Python
- Troubleshooting
- Shell Scripting
- Perl

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 Software Test Specialist in India?

NTT DATA, Inc.	₹12.2 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year
Siemens	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹17.2 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 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 Software Test Specialist in companies similar to IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

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

Accenture	₹7.6 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 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 Software Test Specialist at IBM in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹14.3 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year

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IBM Software Test Specialist salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 88 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.