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Software Testing Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr

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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹26.8 L/yr

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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr

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₹5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr

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Engineering - Software & QA
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IT & Information Security
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1 - 6 years exp. (72 salaries)
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr

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1 - 5 years exp. (21 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

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₹3 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr

Content, Editorial & Journalism
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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2 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Human Resources
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2 - 3 years exp. (3 salaries)
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Customer Success, Service & Operations
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr

Finance & Accounting
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Product Management
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

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₹9 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr

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Software Testing Engineer Jobs in India

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Google India Private Limited

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Software Testing Engineer

· 5-7 years

MasterCard

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Bangalore / Bengaluru
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₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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₹2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Gurgaon / Gurugram
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Coimbatore
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Thiruvananthapuram
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Software Testing Engineer Salary By Industries

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IT Services & Consulting

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₹2 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr

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Financial Services

Software Testing Engineer
1 - 6 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10.9 L/yr

Internet

Software Testing Engineer
1 - 6 years exp.
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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

Hardware & Networking

Software Testing Engineer
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

Consulting

Software Testing Engineer
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

Analytics & KPO

Software Testing Engineer
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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

Telecom

Software Testing Engineer
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Manufacturing

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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Software Testing Engineer Salaries

What is the salary of a Software Testing Engineer in India?
The salary of a Software Testing Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, Software Testing Engineer salaries ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹16.4 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 15.9k salaries received from various Software Testing Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Software Testing Engineers?
Software Testing Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Testo India Software Testing Engineer Salary ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹16.4 Lakhs per year
EPAM Systems Software Testing Engineer Salary ₹10 Lakhs to ₹14 Lakhs per year
Xyz Company Software Testing Engineer Salary ₹9.7 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year
Test Yantra Software Solutions Software Testing Engineer Salary ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹13 Lakhs per year
IBM Software Testing Engineer Salary ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
What are the top paying cities for Software Testing Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Software Testing Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Software Testing Engineer are
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Mumbai ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Chennai ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for Software Testing Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for Software Testing Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Software Testing Engineer in India are:
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Internet ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Financial Services ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.9 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in BPO ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Telecom ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Software Testing Engineer Salary in Manufacturing ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
How does experience affect salaries of a Software Testing Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Software Testing Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Software Testing Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Software Testing Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
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