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TCS Project Lead salaries in Pune (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
6 - 16 years exp.
₹6.1 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹13 Lakhs
Variable (9%)
₹1.3 Lakh
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22% less than the average Project Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Project Lead Salary
7 - 16 years exp. (23 salaries)
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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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7 - 16 years exp. (17 salaries)
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₹5.7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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8 - 12 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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9 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹16.7 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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15 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹9.8 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

Last Updated: 10 Feb 2025

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TCS Project Lead Salary

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Tech Mahindra Project Lead Salary

7 - 18 years exp. (235 salaries)

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Cognizant Project Lead Salary

8 - 15 years exp. (30 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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Persistent Systems Project Lead Salary

7 - 17 years exp. (941 salaries)

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₹13.8 L/yr - ₹39.2 L/yr

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LTIMindtree Project Lead Salary

9 - 16 years exp. (279 salaries)

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₹9.1 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

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Mphasis Project Lead Salary

9 - 17 years exp. (107 salaries)

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₹11 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr

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Capgemini Project Lead Salary

8 - 15 years exp. (33 salaries)

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₹8.7 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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Accenture Project Lead Salary

7 - 14 years exp. (28 salaries)

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₹10.2 L/yr - ₹20.9 L/yr

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IBM Project Lead Salary

9 - 18 years exp. (26 salaries)

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₹9.1 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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Atos Project Lead Salary

10 - 15 years exp. (15 salaries)

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₹9.8 L/yr - ₹17.4 L/yr

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₹18.5 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

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HCL Group Project Lead Salary

8 - 11 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr

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Cyient Project Lead Salary

10 - 17 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹9.9 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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10 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹11.7 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr

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Project Lead salary at TCS ranges between ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 62 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS Project Lead salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 10 Feb 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr
7 years  (3 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹11.4 L/yr
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₹6.6 L/yr - ₹12.4 L/yr
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹20.9 L/yr
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₹9.9 L/yr - ₹19.4 L/yr
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TCS Project Lead Salary and Career Growth

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Project Lead

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Engagement Manager

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15 - 23 years exp.

Project Lead

6 - 18 years exp.
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Service Delivery Manager

8 - 22 years exp.
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Program Manager

10 - 24 years exp.
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Project Lead

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6 - 18 years exp.

Delivery Partner

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15 - 24 years exp.

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Top skills at TCS for Project Lead

Oracle Kubernetes Unix

Salary related reviews for TCS

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Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

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Project & Program Management Department

5.0
  •  posted on 27 May 2024

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Likes

The best part is the policies being quite flexible and aligned to our personal needs, esp. for female employees.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

The salary growth rate is really really slow. Also, the work culture is now no more a generic one to TCS, it is all influenced by the kind of leadership in the project you are working.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0
  •  posted on 01 Aug 2018

2.0
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Likes

Job security, safety and learning platform.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

Delay in promotion cycle. Dress code still same old formals. Recent compensation was terrible as an overall. Not even a free tea is served in Chennai offices. In pf employer contribution is deducted from employee ctc. No fun at work.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

5.0
  •  posted on 18 Jul 2018

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The company is open to innovation and readily adopts latest technology.I love the fact that I am a part of a team that markets reliable,high quality products and has a global clinet base.

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  • Salary - Good
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Compensation is decent, but growth is slow.I have to work 10hours to acheive my target.

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Shipping & Maritime Department

3.0
  •  posted on 18 Jan 2025

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Best place to experience person, if you not want work in pressure than this company is your type.

  • Job security - Excellent

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Salary growth is very low as compared other bpo company for freshers and experience employees politics they think that we are the only boss

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Project & Program Management Department

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Skills development resources Lots of projects Job security

  • Skill development - Good
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Very stingy management Employees get only salary but no goodies, team lunches or sponsored celebrations. Laptops given are poor in condition to many and warranty of the laptops are not tracked properly. Employees are forced to pay for any damage even for a 2 year old laptop

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TCS Project Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Lead at TCS in Pune?
The average salary of a Project Lead at TCS in Pune typically ranges from ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Project Lead in Pune at TCS earn more than ₹20.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Project 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 60+ TCS employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Project Lead at TCS in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Project Lead at TCS in Pune typically ranges from ₹99,295 to ₹1,01,994 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 16 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 Project Lead at TCS in Pune?
To be a Project Lead at TCS in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - Oracle
  • - Kubernetes
  • - Unix

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 Project Lead in India?
Persistent Systems ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹39.2 Lakhs per year
Mphasis ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
METRO Global Solutions Center ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹33.0 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 Project Lead in companies similar to TCS in Pune?
The salary of a Project Lead at companies similar to TCS in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹8.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹7.6 Lakhs to ₹27.8 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Hexaware Technologies ₹11.7 Lakhs to ₹22.0 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 Project Lead at TCS in Pune?
The salary growth for a Project Lead at TCS in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Project Lead in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
6 years ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹11.4 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹20.9 Lakhs per year
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TCS Project Lead salary in Pune ranges between ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 62 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.