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Software Engineer Jobs in Lucknow for Freshers 2026

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh · Computer Science / IT background preferred

Avg Salary

₹3–5 LPA

Demand Level

Very High

Active Openings

450+

City Avg (All roles)

₹2.8–5 LPA

What does a Software Engineer do in Lucknow?

Entry-level software engineering roles for CS/IT graduates. Largest recruiter base in India.

Lucknow is one of India's top cities for Software Engineer roles, with IT/BPO, Government/PSU, BFSI as the dominant hiring sectors. Freshers with the right skillset can expect ₹3–5 LPA at entry level, with increments of 20–40% after the first year based on performance.

City Market Insight

Lucknow freshers prefer stability — government and banking jobs are oversubscribed. IT salaries are lower than metros but growing fast. The city is becoming an education hub with IIM Lucknow attracting consulting firms.

Skills Needed for Software Engineer in Lucknow

JavaPythonData StructuresSQLGit

Eligible Streams

Computer ScienceITElectronics

Top Companies Hiring Software Engineer in Lucknow

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KPMG (BPO)₹3–5 LPA
E
EXL Service₹3–5 LPA
C
Concentrix₹3–5 LPA
H
HDFC Bank₹3–5 LPA
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LIC₹3–5 LPA

How to Get a Software Engineer Job in Lucknow — Step by Step

  1. 1

    Master the top skills: Java, Python, Data Structures

    These are the skills that appear in 80%+ of Software Engineer job descriptions in Lucknow. Complete at least one project demonstrating each skill before applying.

  2. 2

    Build a portfolio with 2–3 real projects

    Lucknow recruiters receive 500+ applications per role. A portfolio that shows working projects (even small ones) gets you into the top 5% of applicants. Host on GitHub, Behance, or your own site.

  3. 3

    Apply to companies in Lucknow's dominant sectors

    Lucknow's top hiring sectors are IT/BPO, Government/PSU, BFSI. Companies like KPMG (BPO), EXL Service, Concentrix are consistently hiring Software Engineer freshers here.

  4. 4

    Prepare for the specific Lucknow hiring process

    Lucknow companies typically run 3–5 interview rounds: online test → technical screening → system design/case study → HR round. Practice Java and Python specifically.

  5. 5

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