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TCS IT Lead salaries in India

Annual salary range
7 - 15 years exp.
₹5.1 Lakhs - ₹19 Lakhs
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17% less than the average IT Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 7 - 15 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA
IT Lead Salary
7 - 15 years exp. (7 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

IT & Information Security
IT Lead Salary
8 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹9.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
IT Lead Salary
12 - 13 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹6.9 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Dec 2024

Companies similar to TCS for IT Lead

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Infosys IT Lead Salary

6 - 16 years exp. (15 salaries)

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₹8.8 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

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Accenture IT Lead Salary

6 - 9 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹13.9 L/yr - ₹17.6 L/yr

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IBM IT Lead Salary

7 - 19 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra IT Lead Salary

5 - 9 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr

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Cognizant IT Lead Salary

9 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹12 L/yr - ₹14.8 L/yr

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Wipro IT Lead Salary

4 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹16.9 L/yr

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LTIMindtree IT Lead Salary

2 - 11 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr

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HCLTech IT Lead Salary

2 - 11 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

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UST IT Lead Salary

4 - 8 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹11.2 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. IT Lead Salary

6 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

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Capgemini IT Lead Salary

11 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹16.5 L/yr - ₹28.9 L/yr

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IT Lead salary at TCS ranges between ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 7 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 13 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS IT Lead salaries

Last Updated: 16 Dec 2024

Experience Avg Annual Salary
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹14.9 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹9.1 L/yr - ₹17.9 L/yr
10 years  (3 salaries)

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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹11.4 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for TCS

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Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 19 Feb 2025

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Your job will be secured

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Dislikes

Salary hikes 4-7 percent, very poor for freshers No proper communication between managers on skill development, resource satisfaction etc. Please dont join in your early IT career

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  • Salary - Bad
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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  •  posted on 19 Feb 2025

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TCS is good for freshers and juniors. its running on brand name thats it.

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compensation is pathetic. year on year raise in compensation is very horrible. huge variable pay and its not paid above c2 level associates.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 18 Feb 2025

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Job security.

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Dislikes

...ee, senior management takes advantage of this and just work for status meetings. There is no reward for talented folks, not getting enough salary and there is no meaning of appraisal process.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 17 Feb 2025

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unable list any solid point which I like in TCS.

Dislikes

1. compensation 2. promotions 3. basic component in salary , I think it's the low in the IT and any other company, someone can put a metrics comparing similar companies can help larger community. 4. list goes on

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 09 Feb 2025

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TCS offers good work life balance and average skill development. Once you are in they rarely fire. They have variety of projects where you will be mapped according to your skill even if you are average or poor in skill.

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  • Job security - Good
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Dislikes

Poor salary hikes, Removal of hybrid mode. And Poor promotions. Only disadvantages of TCS job as a fresher is less money.

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  • Salary - Poor
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TCS IT Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of IT Lead at TCS ?
The average salary of a IT Lead at TCS in India typically ranges from ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 7 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of IT Lead at TCS earn more than ₹17.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹19.0 Lakhs per year. IT Lead 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 10+ TCS employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a IT Lead at TCS in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a IT Lead at TCS in India typically ranges from ₹82,995 to ₹85,163 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 7 years to 15 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 10+ salaries received from various employees of TCS. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
Which companies offer higher salaries than TCS for IT Lead in India?
Capgemini ₹16.5 Lakhs to ₹28.9 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹17.6 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹14.8 Lakhs per year
UST ₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹13.8 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹16.9 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 IT Lead in companies similar to TCS in India?
The salary of a IT Lead at companies similar to TCS in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Tech Mahindra ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹18.9 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc. ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹5.5 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 IT Lead at TCS in India?
The salary growth for a IT Lead at TCS depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a IT Lead can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
7 years ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹14.9 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹17.9 Lakhs per year
10 years ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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TCS IT Lead salary in India ranges between ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 13 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.