Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)

Based on 461 salaries • Updated: 13 Aug 2025
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Annual salary range

₹12 Lakhs - ₹38 Lakhs

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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹12 Lakhs to ₹38 Lakhs for 7 years of experience to 16 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 461 latest salaries received from Principal... Read more
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Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Quality Assurance Engineers

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Model N

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

12 years exp.

₹28.8 Lakhs
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FIS

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

12 years exp.

₹25.2 Lakhs
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First American Corporation

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

7 years exp.

₹19.3 Lakhs
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Infomerica

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

13 years exp.

₹28.4 Lakhs
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Motadata

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

7 years exp.

₹9 Lakhs
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Dell

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

13 years exp.

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RSA Security

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

14 years exp.

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Oracle

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

14 years exp.

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Oracle

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

11 years exp.

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Oracle

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

11 years exp.

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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
7 years
(25 salaries)
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₹10 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

8 years
(31 salaries)
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₹11.2 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

9 years
(60 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

10 years
(62 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

11 years
(57 salaries)
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₹13 L/yr - ₹38.5 L/yr

12 years
(56 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹36.5 L/yr

13 years
(63 salaries)
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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

14 years
(47 salaries)
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₹12.9 L/yr - ₹36.5 L/yr

15+ years
(63 salaries)
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₹14 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr

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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in India

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

· 10-15 years

ACI Worldwide

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4.2

Bangalore / Bengaluru

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

· 5-10 years

REPUTATION.COM INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

·
4.0

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

· 9-14 years

HyreSnap

·
4.5

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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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7 - 15 years exp.
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₹13 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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7 - 15 years exp.
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₹12.6 L/yr - ₹33.3 L/yr

Pune
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7 - 15 years exp.
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₹11.2 L/yr - ₹38.5 L/yr

Chennai
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8 - 15 years exp.
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₹14 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr

Noida
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7 - 11 years exp.
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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

Gurgaon / Gurugram
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7 - 14 years exp.
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₹12 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

Ahmedabad
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7 - 13 years exp.
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₹9 L/yr - ₹30.2 L/yr

Thiruvananthapuram
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10 - 13 years exp.
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₹10.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Kolkata
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7 - 12 years exp.
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₹6.6 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

Mumbai
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8 - 15 years exp.
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₹16.8 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Software Product

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7 - 15 years exp.
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₹12.2 L/yr - ₹35.4 L/yr

IT Services & Consulting

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
7 - 15 years exp.
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₹11.2 L/yr - ₹33.3 L/yr

Internet

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
7 - 15 years exp.
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₹13 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr

Hardware & Networking

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
7 - 15 years exp.
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₹12 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

Financial Services

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
8 - 15 years exp.
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₹11 L/yr - ₹31.5 L/yr

Manufacturing

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
8 - 15 years exp.
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₹15.6 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

Insurance

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
7 - 11 years exp.
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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr

Electronics

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
8 - 15 years exp.
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₹16 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

Consumer Electronics & Appliances

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
9 - 15 years exp.
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₹23.5 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

Analytics & KPO

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
8 - 15 years exp.
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₹12.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries

What is the salary of a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, Principal Quality Assurance Engineer salaries ranges from ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹26.1 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 461 salaries received from various Principal Quality Assurance Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Quality Assurance Engineers?
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Quality Assurance Engineer are Salary expectations for Principal Quality Assurance Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India are:
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Consumer Electronics & Appliances ₹23.5 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Analytics & KPO ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Internet ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Electronics ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Software Product ₹12.2 Lakhs to ₹35.4 Lakhs per year
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Quality Assurance Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Principal Quality Assurance Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
7 years ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
10 years ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
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