Software Engineer salary in Bangalore

India · Tier 1 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$29k
per year (USD)
Median
$38k
per year (USD)
Senior
$53k
per year (USD)

About Software Engineer salaries in Bangalore

Software Engineers in Bangalore, India earn a median of approximately $38k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 28 vs NYC 100) and the city's Tier 1 status. Demand is rated very high across multinational and local employers.

Take-home estimate

Applying India's top marginal rate of 30%, a median earner takes home roughly $27k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

Multinational firms and local employers in Bangalore actively recruit software engineers. Set up alerts on CosmoQuick to receive curated opportunities matched to your seniority and target city.

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FAQs

What is the salary of a Software Engineer in Bangalore?+

The median salary for a Software Engineer in Bangalore is approximately $38k per year (~$3,167/month).

Is Bangalore a good city to work as a Software Engineer?+

Bangalore offers very high demand for software engineers. Tier-1 cities in India typically combine strong compensation with diverse employer choice.

How much can a senior Software Engineer earn in Bangalore?+

Senior software engineers in Bangalore earn up to $53k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Bangalore?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Bangalore is around $1,064. A median software engineer salary covers this comfortably.

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