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TCS Software Associate salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 5 years exp.
₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹8.4 Lakhs
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₹4.6 Lakhs
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Engineering - Software & QA
Software Associate Salary
0 - 5 years exp. (45 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Software Associate Salary
1 - 5 years exp. (16 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr

BFSI, Investments & Trading
Software Associate Salary
0 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
Software Associate Salary
2 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Research & Development
Software Associate Salary
1 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 23 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Software Associate Salary

2 - 9 years exp. (241 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr

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Accenture Software Associate Salary

0 - 4 years exp. (61 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Software Associate Salary

1 - 4 years exp. (57 salaries)

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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Wipro Software Associate Salary

0 - 4 years exp. (50 salaries)

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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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HCLTech Software Associate Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (27 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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IBM Software Associate Salary

0 - 5 years exp. (19 salaries)

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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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Infosys Software Associate Salary

0 - 4 years exp. (15 salaries)

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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

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HCL Group Software Associate Salary

1 - 4 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹5.6 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Software Associate Salary

1 - 3 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹4.7 L/yr

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UST Software Associate Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

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0 - 1 year exp. (5 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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Genpact Software Associate Salary

2 - 7 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr

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Software Associate salary at TCS ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 92 latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS Software Associate salaries

Last Updated: 23 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
Fresher  (4 salaries)

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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹3.9 L/yr
1 year  (10 salaries)

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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
2 years  (26 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
3 years  (31 salaries)

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
4 years  (12 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for TCS

4.9

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 26 Mar 2025

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Likes

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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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.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

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.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Data Science & Analytics Department

5.0
  •  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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  • Skill development - Good
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Low salary Low increment Less promotion chances

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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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

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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  posted on 01 Mar 2025

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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

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  • Salary - Bad
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TCS Software Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Associate at TCS ?
The average salary of a Software Associate at TCS in India typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 5 years).

The top 10% of Software Associate at TCS earn more than ₹6.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.3 Lakhs per year. Software Associate 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 Software Associate at TCS in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Associate at TCS in India typically ranges from ₹34,370 to ₹35,619 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 5 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.
Which companies offer higher salaries than TCS for Software Associate in India?
Cognizant ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹5.6 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 Software Associate in companies similar to TCS in India?
The salary of a Software Associate at companies similar to TCS in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

UST ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 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 Software Associate at TCS in India?
The salary growth for a Software Associate at TCS depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Associate can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.9 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
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TCS Software Associate salary in India ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 92 TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.