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TCS Application Developer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 7 years exp.
₹2.9 Lakhs - ₹10.5 Lakhs
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49% less than the average Application Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 7 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA
Application Developer Salary
1 - 7 years exp. (47 salaries)
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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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1 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr

Consulting
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6 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 12 Mar 2025

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TCS Application Developer Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (66 salaries)

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IBM Application Developer Salary

0 - 11 years exp. (640 salaries)

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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr

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Accenture Application Developer Salary

0 - 8 years exp. (206 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr

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Cognizant Application Developer Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (52 salaries)

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr

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DXC Technology Application Developer Salary

2 - 9 years exp. (23 salaries)

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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr

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HCLTech Application Developer Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Application Developer Salary

0 - 6 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

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Capgemini Application Developer Salary

2 - 6 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

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Atos Application Developer Salary

1 - 3 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

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Wipro Application Developer Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹4.4 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr

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HCL Group Application Developer Salary

1 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr

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Infosys Application Developer Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Application Developer Salary

3 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

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Application Developer salary at TCS ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 66 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS Application Developer salaries in Chennai

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Experience Avg Annual Salary
1 year  (12 salaries)

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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
2 years  (12 salaries)

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
3 years  (21 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
4 years  (12 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
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₹4 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
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TCS Application Developer Salary and Career Growth

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Application Developer

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Application Developer

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4 - 18 years exp.
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Technical Architect

8 - 21 years exp.
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Application Developer

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Senior Project Manager

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Application Developer

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Senior Application Developer

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Top skills at TCS for Application Developer

Application Development Javascript C# CSS Cobol Angular JCL Cobol Cics Mainframes Javascript Enterprise Application Integration JCL Data Structures PLSQL

Salary related reviews for TCS

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Rated by 8 employees for salary & benefits

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 21 Sep 2022

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Likes

Only job security

  • Job security - Good

Dislikes

...ant to work any other tech and it's not possible to work to that technologies. Also salary hike is not satisfied to me. Salary hike will have less that inflation .

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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
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Great IT company for fresher, good compensation, transparent appraisal process, good learning place, good job security, multicultural environment.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Work life balance can be hectic sometimes depending on individual needs and goals, promotional growth is a bit sluggish.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 23 Mar 2025

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Likes

As you all know that TCS is one of the top most company in MNCs. Company provides good security and you will not feel pressure in work.

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  • Job security - Good
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Dislikes

Promotions, hikes and salary perspective this is top worst company in india with no hikes and promotions. They will never think about employees future and their expectations.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Nothing found yet

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- variable pay is scam for c3a plus people - toxic environment depends on team member and client (no team work) - zero job security , they will hire you any time and fire you with no reason it's like my bat and my ball if you gave me out then I will take my bat and ball with me no body can play - no salary growth

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Likes

Don't like anything offices have spacious working desk and some chairs are good

  • Job security - Good

Dislikes

List is too long but I'll short with career progression in terms of salary, you'll get additional responsibilities daily but no compensation. No facilities for employees in office

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TCS Application Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Application Developer at TCS in Chennai?
The average salary of a Application Developer at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 7 years).

The top 10% of Application Developer in Chennai at TCS earn more than ₹7.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.5 Lakhs per year. Application Developer Salaries at TCS 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 60+ TCS employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Application Developer at TCS in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Application Developer at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹47,886 to ₹49,019 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 7 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 60+ salaries received from various employees of TCS. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Application Developer at TCS in Chennai?
To be a Application Developer at TCS in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Application Development
  • - Javascript
  • - C#
  • - CSS
  • - Cobol

These skills are highly valued at TCS and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than TCS for Application Developer in India?
IBM ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by TCS, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Application Developer in companies similar to TCS in Chennai?
The salary of a Application Developer at companies similar to TCS in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹10.7 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.8 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 Application Developer at TCS in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Application Developer at TCS in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Application Developer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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TCS Application Developer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 66 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.