Meta software engineer compensation in India is a mix of base pay, a signing bonus, and equity (RSUs) that vests over several years — so year-1 total comp typically looks lower than the headline CTC number often quoted, since equity value builds up over the vesting schedule.
E4 / SDE-2 compensation (India, 2026 — approximate, publicly reported ranges)
| Typical total CTC (E4, 0–2 yrs experience) | ≈ ₹40–55 LPA |
| Typical total CTC (E5, 2–5 yrs experience) | ≈ ₹60–90 LPA |
| Top reported offers | ₹1 Cr+ (higher levels, strong negotiation, or competing offers) |
| Components | Base salary + signing bonus + RSUs (vest over the offer period, typically front-loaded less than pure base pay) |
These are clearly reasoned estimates based on publicly reported figures, not official numbers — actual offers vary by level, location and negotiation. Cross-check current numbers on Glassdoor or Levels.fyi before negotiating, since self-reported ranges move quickly.
Negotiate on total compensation, not just base pay — the signing bonus and RSU schedule usually matter more to your actual take-home in the first year or two.