Cognizant Application Manager Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

6 - 16 years exp.

₹6.4 Lakhs - ₹27.8 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

20% less than the average Application Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Application Manager Salary 6 - 16 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr
Project & Program Management Application Manager Salary 7 - 16 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹9.1 L/yr - ₹25.3 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Application Manager Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹9.5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
IT & Information Security Application Manager Salary 7 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹8.5 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
UX, Design & Architecture Application Manager Salary 6 - 8 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹9.6 L/yr - ₹20.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 23 Jan 2025

Companies similar to Cognizant for Application Manager

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TCS Application Manager Salary 3 - 11 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 56% less
Infosys Application Manager Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹32.4 L/yr 19% more
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HCLTech Application Manager Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹13.9 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr 12% more
Tech Mahindra Application Manager Salary 13 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 19% more
Accenture Application Manager Salary 10 - 16 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr 81% more
Capgemini Application Manager Salary 9 - 16 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 34% more
IBM Application Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr 5% less
LTIMindtree Application Manager Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹15.1 L/yr - ₹24.4 L/yr 30% more
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre Application Manager Salary 6 - 15 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr 37% more
DXC Technology Application Manager Salary 8 - 20 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 12% more

Application Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹27.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 42 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Application Manager salaries

Last Updated: 23 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
6 years (4 salaries)	₹6.4 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr
7 years (5 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹20.6 L/yr
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8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr
9 years (7 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹24.4 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr
11 years (4 salaries)	₹10.7 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr
12 years (6 salaries)	₹10.6 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
13 years (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹31.9 L/yr
14 years (4 salaries)	₹14.3 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
15+ years (4 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.9

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

Application Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 02 Jul 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

CTS is good with hikes and promotion.

Salary - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

...e balance and hefty work which leads to high pressure and eventual day slogging. Lot of people left due to slogging issues and no compensation for the extra hours.

Work satisfaction - Bad

+2 more

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary is lower compared to other firms.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

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Cognizant Application Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Application Manager at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Application Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹27.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Application Manager at Cognizant earn more than ₹21.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹29.0 Lakhs per year. Application Manager 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 40+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Application Manager at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Application Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,07,367 to ₹1,10,327 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹27.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 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 40+ 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 Manager in India?

Accenture	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹24.4 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹32.4 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 Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Tech Mahindra	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹9.0 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 Manager at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹18.8 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹8.1 Lakhs to ₹20.6 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹22.5 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹24.4 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Application Manager salary in India ranges between ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹27.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 42 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.