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    Microsoft vs Apple 2026

    Comprehensive comparison of salary, culture, interview process & more

    Avg Salary

    ₹68L

    Microsoft

    Avg Salary

    ₹88L

    Apple

    Salary Comparison

    Microsoft Salaries (₹ LPA)

    RoleRange
    SDE 59-60₹20-35 LPA
    SDE 61-62₹35-55 LPA
    Senior 63-64₹55-90 LPA
    Principal 65+₹90-160 LPA

    Apple Salaries (₹ LPA)

    RoleRange
    ICT2₹25-40 LPA
    ICT3₹45-70 LPA
    ICT4₹80-130 LPA
    ICT5₹130-180 LPA

    Culture Comparison

    Microsoft Culture

    Growth mindset
    Collaboration
    Diversity
    Work-life balance

    Apple Culture

    Think different
    Privacy first
    Attention to detail
    Secrecy

    Pros & Cons

    Microsoft Pros ✅

    • Best work-life balance
    • Stable culture
    • Great benefits
    • Learning culture

    Apple Pros ✅

    • Iconic products
    • Great hardware
    • Strong brand
    • Privacy focus

    Interview Process

    Microsoft

    4

    Rounds

    2%

    Acceptance Rate

    View Microsoft Guide

    Apple

    6

    Rounds

    1%

    Acceptance Rate

    View Apple Guide

    Which Should You Choose?

    Choose Microsoft if you prefer: Growth mindset, Collaboration.

    Choose Apple if you prefer: Think different, Privacy first. Better average compensation.

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