CRED Software Engineer Salary 2026

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Bangalore
1000-5000
Fintech

Compensation Breakdown

Base Salary

₹22,00,000

ESOPs

₹22,00,000

Relocation Bonus

₹2,00,000

Total Compensation

₹26,00,000

CRED Employee Benefits and Perks

ESOPs

22L of ESOPs vested over 4 years(10%, 20%, 30%, 40%)

Health & Wellness

Comprehensive health insurance coverage

CRED Tech Stack 2026

Complete list of technologies, frameworks, and tools used at CRED for software development and operations.

Primary Technologies

A
Android
R
React Native
N
Node.js

Last updated: January 2026

Calculate Cost of Living in Bangalore

Adjust sliders to see what ₹26,00,000 as Software Engineer at CRED means for your lifestyle

Customize Your Monthly Budget

🏠Housing & Rent
₹15,000
PG (Single Sharing) / 1 BHK
₹5,000₹40,000
🍕Food & Groceries
₹10,000
Mixed (50-50)
₹4,000₹30,000
🚗Transportation
₹5,000
Mixed commute
₹1,000₹18,000
📱Utilities & Subscriptions
₹2,500
Standard + streaming
₹800₹8,000
🎉Lifestyle & Entertainment
₹8,000
Active but budget-conscious
₹2,000₹25,000
👤Personal & Healthcare
₹2,500
Standard personal care
₹500₹10,000

Your Budget Summary

Estimated Monthly Take Home Salary (post-tax)₹1,96,788 - ₹1,49,934
Your Expenses-₹43,000
Net Takehome₹1,53,788 - ₹1,06,934
Savings Rate
78% - 71%
Excellent! 🎉

Future Projections

3 months:₹4,61,364 - ₹3,20,801
6 months:₹9,22,727 - ₹6,41,602
1 year:₹18,45,454 - ₹12,83,203
5 years:₹1,26,85,401 - ₹88,20,564
* 5-year projection assumes 12% investment returns

Note: These are estimates based on average costs. Your actual expenses may vary. Company benefits (meals, transport) can significantly reduce costs. Last updated: November 2025.

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Climate & Living Conditions in Bangalore

Pleasant year-round moderate climate

🌡️Temperature

15°C - 33°C

💧Rainfall

970mm/year

🌫️Air Quality

Moderate

Best Time

October to February

📅 Seasonal Weather Patterns

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Summer

Mar-May

20°C - 33°C

🌧️

Monsoon

Jun-Sep

19°C - 28°C

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Winter

Nov-Jan

15°C - 28°C

🌫️

Air Quality Index (AQI)

Level

Moderate

Typical Range

50-150

Key Concern

Increasing traffic pollution in peak hours

Humidity: Moderate (60-70%)

💰 Climate-Related Costs

  • AC optional: saves ₹2,000-3,000/month vs other metros
  • Light woolens needed in winter (₹3,000-5,000 one-time)
  • Sudden weather changes - keep umbrella handy

💡 Relocation Tips

  • Most comfortable climate among tier-1 cities
  • Traffic worse during rains - plan commute accordingly
  • Parks and outdoor spaces make lifestyle more affordable
  • Evening weather perfect for outdoor activities
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Best Time to Relocate

October to February - Most comfortable weather and easier settling in period

FAQ about CRED Software Engineer Salaries

The average base salary for Software Engineer at CRED in Bangalore is ₹22,00,000.

The total compensation for freshers at CRED is ₹26,00,000. This includes a base salary, bonuses, and other benefits paid over an year.

Yes, CRED offers stock options (ESOPs) for Software Engineer. The company typically provides stock options as part of the compensation package to attract and retain top talent.

Yes, CRED provides Relocation Bonus of ₹2,00,000 for Software Engineer. The company offers Relocation Bonus as part of the package to help employees cover the costs of moving to their Bangalore office for work.

The tech stack used at CRED includes: Android, React Native, Node.js.

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