TCS Pune Lead Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

4 - 15 years exp.

₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹19.6 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

26% less than the average Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 4 - 15 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Lead Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr
Quality Assurance Lead Salary 7 - 14 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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BFSI, Investments & Trading Lead Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹12.8 L/yr
Finance & Accounting Lead Salary 8 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr
IT & Information Security Lead Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹7.8 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr

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Last Updated: 23 Mar 2025

Companies similar to TCS for Lead in Pune

TCS Lead Salary

4 - 15 years exp. (78 salaries)

₹4.5 L/yr - ₹19.6 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Accenture Lead Salary 5 - 15 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹8.4 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr 56% more	2 job openings
Infosys Lead Salary 4 - 14 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr 29% more	62 job openings
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Wipro Lead Salary 7 - 14 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹9.4 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 69% more	23 job openings
Cognizant Lead Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹7.9 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr 57% more
LTIMindtree Lead Salary 8 - 13 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr 96% more	1 job opening
HCLTech Lead Salary 7 - 12 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹7.4 L/yr - ₹24.4 L/yr 24% more
Tech Mahindra Lead Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr 79% more	9 job openings
UST Lead Salary 7 - 11 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 90% more	79 job openings
Capgemini Lead Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr 86% more	6 job openings

Lead salary at TCS ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 4 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 78 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

Experience wise TCS Lead salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 23 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.8 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr
5 years (5 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
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6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr
7 years (4 salaries)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr
8 years (15 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹15.9 L/yr
9 years (7 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹15.9 L/yr
10 years (13 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
11 years (10 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹16.3 L/yr
12 years (7 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
13 years (7 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹23.7 L/yr
14 years (5 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.9 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for TCS

3.0

Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

Associate Consultant in Mumbai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 06 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing found yet

Dislikes

- 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

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security as even illiterate and free loader can work as software engineer till they retire.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

They promote free loader work culture. Skill development on name only. Company culture: Toxic Salary: Even ola driver and Panipuri seller earns more with comfort. Promotions: What are that?.

Salary - Bad

+5 more

Project Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

1.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Depends on account and Manager, how good your relation is with them.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Incase if you get low rating, please forget your whole Variable Pay for whole year. Presently TCS in not considered as work life would be good.

Salary - Bad

+2 more

Associate Consultant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

2.0

• posted on 19 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Dislikes

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

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Technical Lead in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security.

Job security - Good

+2 more

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.

Salary - Poor

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TCS Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead at TCS in Pune?

The average salary of a Lead at TCS in Pune typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 4 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Lead in Pune at TCS earn more than ₹19.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹28.9 Lakhs per year. 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 70+ TCS employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead at TCS in Pune?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead at TCS in Pune typically ranges from ₹78,732 to ₹80,779 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 4 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 70+ 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 Lead at TCS in Pune?

To be a Lead at TCS in Pune, the key skills required include:

- Java
- VMware
- Spring Boot
- SCCM
- DNS

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 Lead in India?

LTIMindtree	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹23.0 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 Lead in companies similar to TCS in Pune?

The salary of a Lead at companies similar to TCS in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Cognizant	₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹28.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹7.4 Lakhs to ₹24.4 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 Lead at TCS in Pune?

The salary growth for a Lead at TCS in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience	Average Salary Range
4 years	₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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TCS Lead salary in Pune ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 78 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.