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TCS Technical Lead salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
4 - 18 years exp.
₹7 Lakhs - ₹26 Lakhs
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11% less than the average Technical Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 4 - 18 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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4 - 18 years exp. (857 salaries)
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₹7.1 L/yr - ₹25.6 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Technical Lead Salary
4 - 18 years exp. (159 salaries)
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹25.2 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Technical Lead Salary
4 - 18 years exp. (90 salaries)
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₹6.1 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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5 - 18 years exp. (53 salaries)
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₹6.9 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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5 - 18 years exp. (47 salaries)
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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TCS Technical Lead Salary

4 - 18 years exp. (1.5k salaries)

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HCLTech Technical Lead Salary

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Cognizant Technical Lead Salary

2 - 15 years exp. (5.5k salaries)

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₹5.6 L/yr - ₹22.7 L/yr

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Infosys Technical Lead Salary

3 - 15 years exp. (5.3k salaries)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

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Wipro Technical Lead Salary

5 - 16 years exp. (2.2k salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹35.7 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Technical Lead Salary

5 - 17 years exp. (1.3k salaries)

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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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HCL Group Technical Lead Salary

5 - 13 years exp. (1.1k salaries)

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₹6.6 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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LTIMindtree Technical Lead Salary

6 - 16 years exp. (770 salaries)

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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

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Accenture Technical Lead Salary

5 - 15 years exp. (243 salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

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Capgemini Technical Lead Salary

6 - 16 years exp. (187 salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

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HCL Infosystems Technical Lead Salary

7 - 14 years exp. (120 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹21.4 L/yr

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IBM Technical Lead Salary

6 - 17 years exp. (83 salaries)

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₹9.3 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr

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DXC Technology Technical Lead Salary

8 - 16 years exp. (44 salaries)

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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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UST Technical Lead Salary

7 - 15 years exp. (24 salaries)

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₹11 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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₹13 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

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Atos Technical Lead Salary

9 - 15 years exp. (16 salaries)

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₹9.9 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Technical Lead Salary

6 - 10 years exp. (9 salaries)

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₹8.5 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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NTT Data Technical Lead Salary

7 - 13 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹9.1 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr

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NielsenIQ Technical Lead Salary

10 - 14 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹26 L/yr - ₹49.4 L/yr

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Concentrix Catalyst Technical Lead Salary

7 - 9 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹20.8 L/yr

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Technical Lead salary at TCS ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 4 years to 18 years. Salary estimates are based on 1.5k latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.

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Experience wise TCS Technical Lead salaries in Chennai

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4 years  (24 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
5 years  (48 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹17.8 L/yr
6 years  (72 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹24.8 L/yr
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TCS Technical Lead Salary and Career Growth

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Technical Lead

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Architect

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Technical Lead

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Technical Architect

8 - 21 years exp.
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Solution Architect

8 - 23 years exp.
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Technical Lead

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4 - 18 years exp.

Senior Project Manager

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13 - 21 years exp.

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Top skills at TCS for Technical Lead

Java Spring Boot Angular Javascript Microservices Python Hibernate J2Ee Azure Angularjs HTML Web Services PLSQL .Net Core C#

Salary related reviews for TCS

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Rated by 72 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Worklife balance will be good, don't expect salary hike and promotion, if you are into management you will get salary hike and promotion with out asking your manager

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  • Skill development - Good
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Even call taxi driver is earning 3k to 4 k per day, he is happy, here even seniors will get 70 k to 80 k max - experience level will be 18 + By the name of work life balance, they won't give promotions, 10 year back what salary you will be getting, almost same salary you will be getting now, they won't ask you to go out of company You will get burnout here , after going through this tough situation you have commitments you have to go and look out for some good job outside

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 27 May 2022

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...e good Work life balance awesome Hike is ok but not good Onside opportunity no Bonus given by company Company policy good Good team mate Relocation allowance given

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Job security.

  • Job security - Good
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...ee, senior management takes advantage of this and just work for status meetings. There is no reward for talented folks, not getting enough salary and there is no meaning of appraisal process.

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You may find supportive colleagues.

  • Job security - Excellent

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... be encouraging/motivating in terms of timely interactions, continuous feedback. Salary hike is very less.

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IT & Information Security Department

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Being a TCSer only I can say organization management is not upto level who understands the organization as well as employees growth. They forcefully want associates have to be under there hierarchy. They are not interested about associate growth and aspirations.

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  • Job security - Good

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Promotion Salary is upto market standard Growth and Aspirations

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TCS Technical Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai?
The average salary of a Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 4 years to 18 years).

The top 10% of Technical Lead in Chennai at TCS earn more than ₹21.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹29.0 Lakhs per year. Technical 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 1500+ TCS employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,10,991 to ₹1,14,068 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 4 years to 18 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 1500+ 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 Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai?
To be a Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Java
  • - Spring Boot
  • - Angular
  • - Javascript
  • - Microservices

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 Technical Lead in India?
NielsenIQ ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹49.4 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
UST ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 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 Technical Lead in companies similar to TCS in Chennai?
The salary of a Technical Lead at companies similar to TCS in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

IBM ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹35.7 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 Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Technical Lead at TCS in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Technical Lead in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at TCS:

Experience Average Salary Range
4 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
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TCS Technical Lead salary in Chennai ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 1.5k TCS latest salaries received from various employees of TCS.