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TCS Senior Developer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
3 - 13 years exp.
₹5.2 Lakhs - ₹20.3 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹10.8 Lakhs
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₹1.4 Lakh
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14% less than the average Senior Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 13 years of experience

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Senior Developer Salary
3 - 13 years exp. (77 salaries)
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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹19.7 L/yr

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4 - 12 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

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₹7.1 L/yr - ₹28.1 L/yr

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7 - 11 years exp. (14 salaries)

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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹21.4 L/yr

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5 - 10 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹7.9 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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4 - 7 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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6 - 10 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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4 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)

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6 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)

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Senior Developer salary at TCS ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹20.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 94 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS Senior Developer salaries in Chennai

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Experience Avg Annual Salary
3 years  (4 salaries)

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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
4 years  (5 salaries)

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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr
5 years  (12 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹19.9 L/yr
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TCS Senior Developer Salary and Career Growth

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Senior Developer

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Senior Developer

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Technical Lead

4 - 18 years exp.
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Technical Architect

8 - 21 years exp.
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Senior Developer

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3 - 13 years exp.

Senior Project Manager

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13 - 21 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 Senior Developer

Java Javascript J2Ee AWS Python Rest Spring Boot SQL React.Js HTML Spring Mvc Azure Web Technologies .Net Front End

Salary related reviews for TCS

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Rated by 5 employees for salary & benefits

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BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

4.0
  •  posted on 19 Jul 2023

4.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

A good monthly compensation was offered to me for my work in TCS-India done with the requirements of Duluth Trading Corporation (Retail), Albertson's (Life Sciences), and Hennes & Mauritz (Retail).

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

I was hired in a C2H position with the payroll of VHS Consulting India Ltd. Till my end in May 2022, I don't know what it takes to make my contract permanent;

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 18 Jul 2023

2.0
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Likes

...and parasites in management. Laid back culture and awesome time personal life. Join only if you are given good package and good position only.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

Parasites and blood suckling management. The mecca of office politics. Never join as fresher. Wasted the Golden time of my corporate life. You would just learn how you can be back stabbed by dear friends and colleagues.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 12 May 2023

2.0
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Likes

Liberal, job security and in time out time quite flexible.

  • Job security - Good

Dislikes

...employees work over-time and in weekends quite frequently. No timely promotions. Salary increment very slow and provides below average salary.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 30 Aug 2021

5.0
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Likes

Good work environment and culture. Teammates are supprtive nd management is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade alokg with big libraries from where you can gain more knowledge. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give bonus every year. They have a good initiative over CSR.

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  • Salary - Excellent
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Dislikes

Salary is decent but promotion and career growth is slow.

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 04 Jul 2022

1.0
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Likes

1. Job security 2. Work life balance 3. Good Colleagues 4. Good Infrastructure 5. Unlimited Udemy free access

  • Job security - Excellent
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Dislikes

1. Worst Managers 2. Difficult to switch project 3. Limited learning 4. Low salary 5. Low increment 6. No career growth

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  • Salary - Bad
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TCS Senior Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai?
The average salary of a Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹20.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Senior Developer in Chennai at TCS earn more than ₹15.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.5 Lakhs per year. Senior 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 90+ TCS employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹86,512 to ₹88,779 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹20.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 13 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 90+ 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 Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai?
To be a Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Java
  • - Javascript
  • - J2Ee
  • - AWS
  • - Python

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 Senior Developer in India?
IBM ₹10.8 Lakhs to ₹21.4 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree ₹7.1 Lakhs to ₹28.1 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 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 Senior Developer in companies similar to TCS in Chennai?
The salary of a Senior Developer at companies similar to TCS in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹24.8 Lakhs per year
UST ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹20.0 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 Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Senior Developer at TCS in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Developer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
3 years ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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TCS Senior Developer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹20.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 94 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.