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TCS Senior Engineer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 14 years exp.
₹5 Lakhs - ₹18.1 Lakhs
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20% more than the average Senior Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 14 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Senior Engineer Salary
3 - 13 years exp. (127 salaries)
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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹20.9 L/yr

Research & Development
Senior Engineer Salary
3 - 14 years exp. (58 salaries)
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Senior Engineer Salary
3 - 13 years exp. (34 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Senior Engineer Salary
3 - 13 years exp. (32 salaries)
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering
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3 - 9 years exp. (8 salaries)
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

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Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Companies similar to TCS for Senior Engineer in Chennai

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TCS Senior Engineer Salary

2 - 14 years exp. (318 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹18.1 L/yr

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LTIMindtree Senior Engineer Salary

1 - 10 years exp. (466 salaries)

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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr

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Wipro Senior Engineer Salary

2 - 10 years exp. (217 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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1 job opening
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Tech Mahindra Senior Engineer Salary

3 - 12 years exp. (127 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹18.4 L/yr

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HCLTech Senior Engineer Salary

3 - 10 years exp. (88 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹18.2 L/yr

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NielsenIQ Senior Engineer Salary

7 - 15 years exp. (66 salaries)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr

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Cognizant Senior Engineer Salary

2 - 10 years exp. (34 salaries)

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₹6.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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Infosys Senior Engineer Salary

2 - 7 years exp. (32 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

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Capgemini Senior Engineer Salary

4 - 10 years exp. (26 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr

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Accenture Senior Engineer Salary

3 - 8 years exp. (21 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹13.9 L/yr

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HCL Group Senior Engineer Salary

3 - 9 years exp. (18 salaries)

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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Senior Engineer Salary

3 - 8 years exp. (13 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹17.9 L/yr

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DXC Technology Senior Engineer Salary

4 - 10 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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Dell EMC Senior Engineer Salary

7 - 12 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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NTT Senior Engineer Salary

7 - 11 years exp. (9 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹12.2 L/yr

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NTT Data Senior Engineer Salary

3 - 7 years exp. (9 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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HCL Infosystems Senior Engineer Salary

4 - 9 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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IBM Senior Engineer Salary

6 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹13.9 L/yr - ₹36.4 L/yr

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Senior Engineer salary at TCS ranges between ₹5 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 318 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS Senior Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr
3 years  (14 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr
4 years  (20 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
5 years  (37 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
6 years  (40 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹14.8 L/yr
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TCS Senior Engineer Salary and Career Growth

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Senior Engineer

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2 - 14 years exp.

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6 - 16 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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Junior Engineer Salary
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Top skills at TCS for Senior Engineer

Programming Kubernetes Analytical Reactors Canoe Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Python Firmware Development Linux React.Js Spring Boot Microservices DSpace Firmware Testing

Salary related reviews for TCS

2.6

Rated by 25 employees for salary & benefits

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 06 Jun 2022

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Good work environment and culture. Teammates are supportive and the management is transparent. There is a huge criteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good.

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Salary is decent but career growth is slow

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
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3.0
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Likes

On time salary and flexible working hours.

Dislikes

Poor management in projects, Use of productivity tracking tools(project dependent), lack of collaboration within teams resulting in uninteresting working space.

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Project & Program Management Department

1.0
  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

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Likes

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

  • Job security - Good

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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.

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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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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 03 Aug 2023

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Likes

Only job stability

  • Job security - Excellent

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...you. And no way to resolve this and get a justified reason. In case receiving 1.3% hike you may be expecting a promotion to get a better and deserving hike in salary.

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TCS Senior Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai?
The average salary of a Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Senior Engineer in Chennai at TCS earn more than ₹17.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹22.7 Lakhs per year. Senior Engineer 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 300+ TCS employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹82,234 to ₹84,380 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 14 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 300+ 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 Engineer at TCS in Chennai?
To be a Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Programming
  • - Kubernetes
  • - Analytical
  • - Reactors
  • - Canoe

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 Engineer in India?
NielsenIQ ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹36.4 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹22.6 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 Engineer in companies similar to TCS in Chennai?
The salary of a Senior Engineer at companies similar to TCS in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

NTT Data ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc. ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹17.9 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹18.4 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 Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Senior Engineer at TCS in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year
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TCS Senior Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹5 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 318 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.