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Mechanical engineer salary in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 2026

How much does a Mechanical Engineer make in Chennai, Tamil Nadu?

Average base salary

₹36,908
60%
above national average

The average salary for a mechanical engineer is ₹36,908 per month in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 3 salaries reported, updated at 8 June 2026

Mechanical Engineer job openings in Chennai, Tamil Nadu

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Mechanical Engineer ( Power Pl...
Global power tech testing and contracting
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
₹76,000 - ₹84,000 a month
Full-time
21 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Mechanical Engineer in Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Tata group
 
₹13,00,000per year
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L&T Technology Services Ltd.
 
₹8,20,438per year
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Valeo
 
₹6,14,633per year
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Team Lease
 
₹5,64,366per year
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MRF Tyres
 
₹5,13,333per year
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Orange
 
₹4,96,667per year
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Highest paying cities near Chennai, Tamil Nadu for Mechanical Engineers

  1. Vellore, Tamil Nadu
    ₹42,573 per month
  2. Chennai, Tamil Nadu
    ₹36,908 per month
  3. Tiruchchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
    ₹33,992 per month
  4. Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu
    ₹29,247 per month
  5. Hosur, Tamil Nadu
    ₹25,334 per month

Where can a Mechanical Engineer earn more?

Compare salaries for Mechanical Engineers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Mechanical Engineer get paid in Chennai, Tamil Nadu?

Junior Mechanical Engineer

Job openings
Average ₹19,468 per month

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job openings
Average ₹28,949 per month