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NTT Data Principal Software Engineer salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
14 - 15 years exp.
₹20 Lakhs - ₹33 Lakhs
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Principal Software Engineer Salary at NTT Data ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹33 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 14 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 11 latest salaries received... Read more

24% less than the average Principal Software Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 14 - 15 years of experience

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Last Updated: 15 May 2025

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NTT Data Principal Software Engineer salaries by

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14 years  (10 salaries)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr
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₹22.5 L/yr - ₹28.7 L/yr

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3.7

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  updated on 19 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

Cuts down on salary, lay offs just because they cannot afford good employees. The management is incompetent. There is no job satisfaction will make you work 12 hours a day. And after you leave the company they will not share your payslips, ctc breakdown and other required documents with you.

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Consulting Department

4.0
  •  updated on 15 Sep 2023

4.0
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No interface from NTT side when you are working with client on time pay salary is very good compare to market scale work life balance Mostly work from home good learning

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

No yearly hike No variable (only mentioned on offer latter) Force to take interviews of other candidates sometimes 2-3 interviews everyday No growth

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  • Job security - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  updated on 29 Oct 2022

1.0
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Likes

Working for 6 years in this company work life balance is okay

  • Job security - Good
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Dislikes

No growth in career wise or no learning for new technologies,Salary hike is too pathetic only who joined laterals will have good offer later no need to expect hike in company.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0
  •  updated on 12 May 2021

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...early hike is around 2% promotion would be 5%. Could change based on Leadership. For all employees benefits creation there would be deductions from Employees salary.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Campus is good

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...ndemic they are firing the employees . I didn't get to see any good part of ntt. Also in one year there was increment of 1k in salary which is below market standard even . Hikes and compensations are really really bad.

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NTT Data Principal Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data ?
The average salary of a Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data in India typically ranges from ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 14 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data earn more than ₹31.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹33.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Software Engineer Salaries at NTT Data 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 10+ NTT Data employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data in India typically ranges from ₹1,58,838 to ₹1,64,883 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 14 years to 15 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 10+ salaries received from various employees of NTT Data. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
Which companies offer higher salaries than NTT Data for Principal Software Engineer in India?
NTT ₹55.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year
Hewlett Packard Enterprise ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year
Optum Global Solutions ₹27.7 Lakhs to ₹73.0 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Fujitsu ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by NTT Data, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Principal Software Engineer in companies similar to NTT Data in India?
The salary of a Principal Software Engineer at companies similar to NTT Data in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Nagarro ₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹42.5 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹32.9 Lakhs to ₹42.1 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
GlobalLogic ₹23.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 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 Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data in India?
The salary growth for a Principal Software Engineer at NTT Data depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Software Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at NTT Data:

Experience Average Salary Range
14 years ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
15 years ₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹28.7 Lakhs per year
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NTT Data Principal Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹33 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 11 NTT Data latest salaries received from various employees of NTT Data.