Principal QA Engineer
Annual salary range
₹11.4 Lakhs - ₹37 Lakhs
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All Filters Principal QA Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
Based on 518
salaries
• Updated:
20 Jul 2025
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Principal QA Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹37 Lakhs for 7 years of experience to 15 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 518 latest salaries received from Principal QA...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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10 -
16
yrs
exp.
(78 salaries)
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₹18.1 L/yr - ₹32.3 L/yr | |
8 -
13
yrs
exp.
(47 salaries)
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₹11.6 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr | |
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4 -
14
yrs
exp.
(22 salaries)
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₹8.6 L/yr - ₹18.1 L/yr | |
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9 -
15
yrs
exp.
(13 salaries)
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₹30 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr | |
8 -
13
yrs
exp.
(12 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr | |
10 -
14
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
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₹30 L/yr - ₹47.5 L/yr | |
9 -
14
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹19.4 L/yr | |
10 -
15
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹17.7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | |
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9 -
16
yrs
exp.
(8 salaries)
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₹17 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr | |
12 -
18
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹15.1 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr | |
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Principal QA Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
7
years
(23
salaries)
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr |
8
years
(42
salaries)
| ₹9.9 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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9
years
(48
salaries)
| ₹9.4 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
10
years
(100
salaries)
| ₹11.4 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
11
years
(77
salaries)
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr |
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Principal QA Engineer Jobs in India
Principal QA Engineer
· 5-9 years
Ice.com
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal QA Engineer
· 10-11 years
NetScaler
Kolkata +7 more
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Principal QA Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹11.6 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
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Pune
Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹10.4 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Noida
Principal QA Engineer
7 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal QA Engineer
8 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
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Principal QA Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Software Product Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Internet Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹13 L/yr - ₹36.1 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Principal QA Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹11.4 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
Insurance Principal QA Engineer
8 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹11.4 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal QA Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal QA Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal QA Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal QA Engineer salaries ranges from ₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹39.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 518 salaries received from various Principal QA Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹39.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 518 salaries received from various Principal QA Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal QA Engineers?
Principal QA Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Backbase Principal QA Engineer Salary | ₹34 Lakhs to ₹39.9 Lakhs per year |
| Informatica Business Solutions Principal QA Engineer Salary | ₹31.8 Lakhs to ₹40.6 Lakhs per year |
| Fidelity Investments Principal QA Engineer Salary | ₹31.7 Lakhs to ₹39 Lakhs per year |
| Informatica Principal QA Engineer Salary | ₹30 Lakhs to ₹36 Lakhs per year |
| QUICK HEAL TECHNOLOGIES Principal QA Engineer Salary | ₹23.7 Lakhs to ₹30.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal QA Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal QA Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal QA Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal QA Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal QA Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal QA Engineer in India are:
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹36.1 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in Telecom | ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹32.1 Lakhs per year |
| Principal QA Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal QA Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal QA Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal QA Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal QA Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 7 years | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹9.9 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
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