Software Engineer salary in Kolkata

India · Tier 1 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$23k
per year (USD)
Median
$30k
per year (USD)
Senior
$42k
per year (USD)

About Software Engineer salaries in Kolkata

Software Engineers in Kolkata, India earn a median of approximately $30k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 21 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 $21k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

Multinational firms and local employers in Kolkata 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 Kolkata?+

The median salary for a Software Engineer in Kolkata is approximately $30k per year (~$2,500/month).

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

Kolkata 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 Kolkata?+

Senior software engineers in Kolkata earn up to $42k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Kolkata?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Kolkata is around $798. A median software engineer salary covers this comfortably.

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