Guide · Software · 10%

Is a 10% hike good for a software role in India?

Short answer: 10% is the floor of the band many software cycles call market-range. It is not a snub. It is also not a strong letter.

Try ₹10L → ₹11L Compare with 15%

The arithmetic

₹10,00,000 to ₹11,00,000 is 10%. Monthly CTC increase is about ₹8,333. Real hike at 5.5% inflation is about 4.3%.

You cleared inflation. You did not clear the middle of the 10–20% band. In-hand still depends on tax regime — run that after the hike %.

What to ask

Confirm the next review date in writing, and one scope you will own this year. Keep the note to a single ask.

Illustrative. Not career or tax advice.