Cognizant Pune Application Architect Salaries by 5 Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 16 years exp.

₹16 Lakhs - ₹38.2 Lakhs

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23% less than the average Application Architect Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 10 - 16 years of experience

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Last Updated: 7 Jan 2025

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Cognizant Application Architect Salary

10 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)

₹16 L/yr - ₹38.2 L/yr

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IBM Application Architect Salary 10 - 21 years exp. (130 salaries)	₹15.8 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr 32% more	20 job openings
Wipro Application Architect Salary 11 - 17 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹22.4 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr 18% more	51 job openings
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Nihilent Application Architect Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹24.5 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr 27% more
LTIMindtree Application Architect Salary 10 - 18 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 14% more
Reval Analytics Application Architect Salary 2 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹11.3 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr 21% less

Application Architect salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹16 Lakhs to ₹38.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Application Architect salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 7 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.2 L/yr - ₹16.9 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.3 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr
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12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17.4 L/yr - ₹22.2 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.4 L/yr - ₹24.9 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹21.5 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹27.8 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr

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3.0

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Extra benefits like (insurance and term insurance etc are not up to standard.) Salary hike is very less.

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2.0

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3.0

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Cognizant Application Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Application Architect at Cognizant in Pune?

The average salary of a Application Architect at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹38.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Application Architect in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹38.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹38.2 Lakhs per year. Application Architect Salaries at Cognizant can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 5 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Application Architect at Cognizant in Pune?

The estimated take-home salary of a Application Architect at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹1,58,812 to ₹1,64,856 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹38.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 16 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 5 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Application Architect in India?

IBM	₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
Nihilent	₹24.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹22.4 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Cognizant, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Application Architect in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?

The salary of a Application Architect at companies similar to Cognizant in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Reval Analytics

₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Application Architect at Cognizant in Pune?

The salary growth for a Application Architect at Cognizant in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Application Architect in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹13.2 Lakhs to ₹16.9 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹17.4 Lakhs to ₹22.2 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹24.9 Lakhs per year

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