TCS Chennai Senior System Administrator Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 11 years exp.

₹4 Lakhs - ₹13.6 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

14% less than the average Senior System Administrator Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 11 years of experience

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Senior System Administrator Salary 3 - 11 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
IT & Information Security Senior System Administrator Salary 3 - 9 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Senior System Administrator Salary 2 - 11 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr
Administration & Facilities Senior System Administrator Salary 6 - 9 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Last Updated: 23 Feb 2025

Companies similar to TCS for Senior System Administrator in Chennai

TCS Senior System Administrator Salary

2 - 11 years exp. (39 salaries)

₹4 L/yr - ₹13.6 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Wipro Senior System Administrator Salary 2 - 14 years exp. (194 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr 17% more
Cognizant Senior System Administrator Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr 21% less
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DXC Technology Senior System Administrator Salary 4 - 14 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr 64% more
Tech Mahindra Senior System Administrator Salary 4 - 10 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 11% more
Infosys Senior System Administrator Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr 22% less
LTIMindtree Senior System Administrator Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹12.8 L/yr 24% more
HCLTech Senior System Administrator Salary 3 - 11 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr 13% more
IBM Senior System Administrator Salary 4 - 11 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 17% more
HCL Group Senior System Administrator Salary 1 - 10 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr 22% less
NTT Data Senior System Administrator Salary 3 - 6 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr 5% more
NTT DATA, Inc. Senior System Administrator Salary 2 - 3 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr 35% less
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Capgemini Senior System Administrator Salary 6 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 28% more

Senior System Administrator salary at TCS ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹13.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 11 years. Salary estimates are based on 39 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

Experience wise TCS Senior System Administrator salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 23 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.4 L/yr - ₹5.6 L/yr
3 years (3 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr
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4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr
5 years (4 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
6 years (8 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr
7 years (3 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
8 years (8 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹14.1 L/yr
9 years (7 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10 L/yr - ₹12.8 L/yr

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Top skills at TCS for Senior System Administrator

System Administration AIX Administration UNIX Administration Linux Administration Redhat Linux

Salary related reviews for TCS

4.2

Rated by 5 employees for salary & benefits

Senior System Administrator in Chennai

Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

5.0

• posted on 13 Sep 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security, Company strictly adhere to policies, I like their payroll system and ultimatix tool. TCS siruseri office is excellent place to work.

Skill development - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Everything is good about this company except the appraisal. I got a my expected package while joined TCS and after 7 years completion and very good bands over many years now I feel like I am getting very less salary. Their appraisal and promotion pay is marginally less. So I recommend not to stay on TCS for quite long time like me.

Senior System Administrator in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 25 Jun 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Multiple opportunities to upskill and learn new technologies, support for certification is good too. All the technical jargan and complexity makes it difficult to access the resource though.

Job security - Excellent

Dislikes

...like school kids and company is teacher, response has to be exactly as per them. Salary is another pain point. And HR, they don't care or know that you even exist. Literally no response at all.

Salary - Poor

+4 more

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

System Engineer in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 01 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Don't like anything offices have spacious working desk and some chairs are good

Job security - Good

Dislikes

List is too long but I'll short with career progression in terms of salary, you'll get additional responsibilities daily but no compensation. No facilities for employees in office

Salary - Bad

+2 more

System Engineer in Mumbai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 26 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job is secure.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

...nal currency) and from that you can only get stuff that company has as merch. 3. I'm not against bulk hiring but as a consequence salary is already lower than market and since hikes are low as well so basically if you stay for couple years then you'll notice your friends with a package far greater than yourself. 4. Most work is support on old tech 5. No flexibility for WFH even if your team isn't there.

Salary - Bad

+5 more

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Experience - 5.9 Tech - React.js CTC- 13LPA Current company - TCS Offer in the process - Nagarro (19LPA) My LWD is 24th May, but I told Nagarro I can be released in 30 days. Now, should I: 1. Be honest and say I can join on 25th May? 2. Commit to 25th April and request a DOJ extension later?(By telling them some emergency) Q1). If I choose option 1, is there a risk they won’t release the offer?(As I am being hired for a particular project, so will they go for some immediate candidates?) Q2). If I choose option 2, could they revoke the offer?(As the HR told changing the DOJ in released offer letter is not possible

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TCS Senior System Administrator Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior System Administrator at TCS in Chennai?

The average salary of a Senior System Administrator at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 11 years).

The top 10% of Senior System Administrator in Chennai at TCS earn more than ₹12.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹17.0 Lakhs per year. Senior 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 30+ TCS employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior System Administrator at TCS in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior System Administrator at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹59,024 to ₹60,514 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 11 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 30+ 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 System Administrator at TCS in Chennai?

To be a Senior System Administrator at TCS in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- System Administration
- AIX Administration
- UNIX Administration
- Linux Administration
- Redhat 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 Senior System Administrator in India?

DXC Technology	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹12.8 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 System Administrator in companies similar to TCS in Chennai?

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

HCLTech	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year
Cognizant	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.3 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 System Administrator at TCS in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹5.6 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.1 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year

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TCS Senior System Administrator salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹13.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 39 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.