Software Engineer Software Developer Salaries
Software Engineer Software Developer salaries in India
Base pay
₹4L - ₹12.0L/yr
₹6L/yrAverage base pay
Additional salary
₹78K/yrAverage
₹34K - ₹2L/yrRange
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Job title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Software Developer
1-3 Years
₹6L/yr
₹6L • ₹0
Hyderābād
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹6L/yr
₹6L • ₹0
Software Developer
1-3 Years
₹6L/yr
₹6L • ₹0
Noida
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹6L/yr
₹6L • ₹0
Software Developer
10-14 Years
₹41L/yr
₹36L • ₹5L
Noida
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹41L/yr
₹36L • ₹5L
Software Developer
7-9 Years
₹45L - ₹52L/yr
Mumbai
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹45L - ₹52L/yr
Software Developer
4-6 Years
₹26L/yr
₹26L • ₹0
Mumbai
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹26L/yr
₹26L • ₹0
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Software Developer
1-3 Years
₹20L/yr
₹18L • ₹2L
Chennai
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹20L/yr
₹18L • ₹2L
Software Developer
1-3 Years
₹4L/yr
₹4L • ₹5K
Calcutta
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹4L/yr
₹4L • ₹5K
Software Developer
1-3 Years
₹2L/yr
₹2L • ₹0
Pune
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹2L/yr
₹2L • ₹0
Software Developer
1-3 Years
₹5L - ₹5L/yr
Noida
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹5L - ₹5L/yr
Software Developer
7-9 Years
₹19L/yr
₹19L • ₹0
Bangalore Rural
submitted on 2 Jun 2026
₹19L/yr
₹19L • ₹0
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Frequently asked questions about Software Developer salaries
How much does a Software Developer in India make?
The average salary for a Software Developer is ₹6,78,050 per year or ₹326 per hour in India, which is 21% higher than the national average. Top earners have reported making up to ₹20,43,950 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in India is between ₹4,48,750 (25th percentile) and ₹13,82,500 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 80516 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Developer employees in India as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Software Developer in India?
The highest salary for a Software Developer in India is ₹13,82,500 per year, ₹1,15,208 per month or ₹665 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Software Developer in India?
The lowest salary for a Software Developer in India is ₹4,48,750 per year, ₹37,396 per month or ₹216 per hour.
What is the salary trend for Software Developers?
Software developers are paid well above average once they are experienced in their field. The pay range reflects the demand for their skillset and the profitability of the products they make. Candidates with prior experience in the field or higher levels of education generally receive high salaries, which can reach over six figures. Pay is expected to grow as digital transformation reaches a global level. Software developers can further increase their total pay by pursuing freelance consulting opportunities.




