TCS Hyderabad / Secunderabad Linux System Administrator Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 7 years exp.

₹2.4 Lakhs - ₹9.4 Lakhs

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (66 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
IT & Information Security Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (59 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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Administration & Facilities Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Companies similar to TCS for Linux System Administrator in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

TCS Linux System Administrator Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (194 salaries)

₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Wipro Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (122 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr 7% more
IBM Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (101 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 22% more
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Tech Mahindra Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (58 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr 9% less
Accenture Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (47 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr 5% less
Capgemini Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (44 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr 1% more
Cognizant Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (42 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 3% more
LTIMindtree Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr 9% less
HCLTech Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr 18% more
DXC Technology Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 39% more
Infosys Linux System Administrator Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr 3% less
Genpact Linux System Administrator Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr 12% less
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HCL Group Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr 15% less
Atos Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr 13% less
HCL Infosystems Linux System Administrator Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr 24% less

Linux System Administrator salary at TCS ranges between ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 194 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

Experience wise TCS Linux System Administrator salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (4 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
2 years (37 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
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3 years (51 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
4 years (47 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
5 years (31 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr
6 years (14 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
7 years (10 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹11.9 L/yr

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Rated by 7 employees for salary & benefits

Linux System Administrator in Bhubaneswar

Full Time

Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

2.0

• posted on 02 Nov 2021

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work-life balance , location at home state, onsite opportunity, for self learning free access to udemy

Job security - Excellent

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Salary growth is very low, even after 5 years the in-hand salary is nearly same as a fresher. There are too many support jobs where one will be stuck. So learning and earning both are very less as compared to market standard

Salary - Bad

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 26 Mar 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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Learning opportunities and resources. Broad variety of projects (that RMG won't let you access)

Dislikes

Management isn't updated with latest trends and technology. Low salary, low hikes, no promotions, no work life balance, wfh issue

Salary - Poor

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 22 Mar 2025

2.0

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The company has a very good management professional and HR to reach for the change of project or in any support. Good work culture. For skill development there is lot of opportunities either in digital applications or in IRC with some very good books.

Skill development - Good

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Following the same hike percentage for freshers and lateral entry is not fair. Even after 8 years You could see that the person often switch has greater pay scale than the person who is loyal to TCS. In Promotions manager would play a political game there.

Salary - Poor

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Data Science & Analytics Department

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• posted on 15 Mar 2025

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Have a earned leave concept which can be encashed after 30 - 40 leaves are collected. Good upskilling platforms are provided. Have a great company culture, you feel included , celebrate every occasion and quarterly team lunch or initiatives for outings are present where you can network and have fun with different teams. Have initiatives like fit 4 life and purpose for life.

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TCS Linux System Administrator Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The average salary of a Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 7 years).

The top 10% of Linux System Administrator in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at TCS earn more than ₹8.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.3 Lakhs per year. Linux System Administrator 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 100+ TCS employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The estimated take-home salary of a Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹43,887 to ₹44,994 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.4 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 100+ 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 Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

To be a Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

- Linux System Administration
- Redhat Linux
- Linux Administration
- RHEL
- Linux

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 Linux System Administrator in India?

DXC Technology	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹10.7 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹10.4 Lakhs per year
Cognizant	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹10.0 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 Linux System Administrator in companies similar to TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The salary of a Linux System Administrator at companies similar to TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Capgemini	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹10.3 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.8 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 Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The salary growth for a Linux System Administrator at TCS in Hyderabad / Secunderabad depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Linux System Administrator in Hyderabad / Secunderabad can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year

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TCS Linux System Administrator salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 194 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

TCS Linux System Administrator salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad (Updated 2025)

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