IBM Kolkata System Engineer Salaries by 200+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 9 years exp.

₹4 Lakhs - ₹14.4 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

59% more than the average System Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA System Engineer Salary 1 - 9 years exp. (160 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics System Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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IT & Information Security System Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
Consulting System Engineer Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
Engineering - Hardware & Networks System Engineer Salary 5 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹13.6 L/yr

Last Updated: 5 Feb 2025

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IBM System Engineer Salary

1 - 9 years exp. (221 salaries)

₹4 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS System Engineer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (10k salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr 38% less
Cognizant System Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (98 salaries)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr 53% less
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Wipro System Engineer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (69 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr 61% less	68 job openings
Tech Mahindra System Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (38 salaries)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr 50% less
Accenture System Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹3.9 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 9% less	6 job openings
Capgemini System Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 17% less	2 job openings
DXC Technology System Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 34% less
Genpact System Engineer Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹5.7 L/yr 46% less

System Engineer salary at IBM ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 221 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

Experience wise IBM System Engineer salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 5 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (8 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
2 years (25 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
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3 years (36 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
4 years (41 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
5 years (47 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹13.7 L/yr
6 years (28 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr
7 years (17 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
8 years (13 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
9 years (6 salaries)	₹8.3 L/yr - ₹21.9 L/yr

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3 - 13 years exp.

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3.2

Rated by 37 employees for salary & benefits

System Engineer in Kolkata

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 26 Jun 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The people here are supportive and friendly. The work culture is nurturing and progressive. Processes are well managed and smooth.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Career growth is slow, Salary compensation is not as expected like other compititors in market.

System Engineer in Kolkata

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 03 Sep 2017

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The company provides a great work culture and appreciable policies to maintain that. One can enjoy the comfort here with ample opportunity to learn and grow.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

The salary structure may not look attractive in comparison to others.

System Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Job security - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

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

System Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 17 Aug 2022

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...eing fixed over there ... IBMIS A VERY GOOD COMPANY .. WORKLIFE IS BALANACED ... SALARY ALSO GOOD TO GET..

Salary - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

for now i wont see anything for disliking

Work satisfaction - Poor

System Engineer in Chennai

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 04 Jul 2022

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We have good work culture in IBM .The flexibility of work are so good and good scheduled work timings , Leaves are good

Salary - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

There is no salary hike for employees and if you get salary hike it will be like 4% to 8% and more than legacy applications is in IBM we cant get opportunity of any coding skills from scratch

Promotions - Bad

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What is the salary of System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata?

The average salary of a System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 9 years).

The top 10% of System Engineer in Kolkata at IBM earn more than ₹10.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹21.6 Lakhs per year. System Engineer 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 System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹67,893 to ₹69,633 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹14.4 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 System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata?

To be a System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- Networking
- Hardware
- Interpersonal Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Windows OS

These skills are highly valued at IBM and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a System Engineer in companies similar to IBM in Kolkata?

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

Accenture	₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹5.7 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 System Engineer at IBM in Kolkata?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year

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IBM System Engineer salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 221 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.