Nokia Chennai Network Engineer Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 8 years exp.

₹1.8 Lakh - ₹9 Lakhs

Avg. annual salary

Monthly In-hand Salary

12% more than the average Network Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Network Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (50 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Network Engineer Salary 1 year exp. (4 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Network Engineer Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr
IT & Information Security Network Engineer Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 30 Mar 2025

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Nokia Network Engineer Salary

1 - 8 years exp. (71 salaries)

₹1.8 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Bharti Airtel Network Engineer Salary 0 - 11 years exp. (324 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 28% less
Ericsson Network Engineer Salary 0 - 11 years exp. (98 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr 1% more	2 job openings
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Jio Network Engineer Salary 0 - 11 years exp. (72 salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 19% less
Verizon Network Engineer Salary 4 - 8 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr 137% more
Vodafone Idea Network Engineer Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 3% less
Huawei Technologies Network Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 11% less

Network Engineer salary at Nokia ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 71 latest salaries received from various employees of Nokia.

Latest annual salaries shared by Nokia Network Engineer in Chennai

6d ago

₹8 Lakhs

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3w ago

₹7 Lakhs

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1mo ago

₹2 Lakhs

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₹4 Lakhs

2 years exp.

1mo ago

₹2.2 Lakhs

2 years exp.

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Experience wise Nokia Network Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 30 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (27 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
2 years (21 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr
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3 years (6 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr
4 years (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
5 years (7 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
6 years (3 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr

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Top skills at Nokia for Network Engineer

DNS Technical Support OSPF Troubleshooting WAN Information Technology Automation Networking MPLS Network Security Problem Management Incident management CCNA Network Design Change Management

Salary related reviews for Nokia

3.2

Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

Technical Specialist in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jul 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work Life Balance will be good Benefits and Pay are ok Good work environment, infrastructure Technologies are good You should take responsible and express your ideas For Self learning has time and environment

Job security - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Appraisal and Hike is not good. Project in learning is not good based on my team. More process oriented.

Promotions - Poor

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 12 Apr 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. Great Work ethics and work culture 2. Super supportive seniors

Job security - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

1. Very very less pay compared to other IT product based companies 2. Tech stack is very old generally and most networking based work is there. 3. Not a good option to join if you are interested in web domain.

Technical Specialist in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 22 Jun 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work life balance. Nokia offers flexi working options. Good paternity and maternity leave policy. Good place for a network engineer

Job security - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Nokia is a failed company. Its shares price is continuously dropping which reflects in the appraisal and salary. Nokia has announced huge job cuts recently. Continuous mid management leadership change and reorg is causing volatile environment. It doesn't have attractive roles and opportunities compared to other software companies

Salary - Poor

+2 more

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Dec 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance. Respect your decisions. CLV benefits.

Company culture - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Salary hikes are less compared to other product based companies. Layoffs are planned due to telecom market is volatile. There is no proper roadmap to the developing RAN products.

Job security - Poor

Network Security Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

IT & Information Security Department

5.0

• posted on 08 May 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...es and different product in telecom sector . Management is very nice coperative. Yearly hike n bonus was the highlight.

Skill development - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

There are no growths in terms of learning new or moving to other projects are nearly impossible.

Company culture - Bad

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What is the salary of Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

The average salary of a Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Network Engineer in Chennai at Nokia earn more than ₹6.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.0 Lakhs per year. Network Engineer Salaries at Nokia 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 70+ Nokia employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai typically ranges from ₹42,122 to ₹43,255 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 8 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 70+ salaries received from various employees of Nokia. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

To be a Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- DNS
- Technical Support
- OSPF
- Troubleshooting
- WAN

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Nokia for Network Engineer in India?

Verizon	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
Ericsson	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Nokia, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Network Engineer in companies similar to Nokia in Chennai?

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

Vodafone Idea	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Huawei Technologies	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Jio	₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Bharti Airtel	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 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 Network Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Nokia Network Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹9 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 71 Nokia latest salaries received from various employees of Nokia.