Cognizant Chennai Architect Salaries by 300+ Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 19 years exp.

₹13 Lakhs - ₹38 Lakhs

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At par with the average Architect Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 10 - 19 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Architect Salary 10 - 19 years exp. (258 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr
Project & Program Management Architect Salary 10 - 18 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Architect Salary 10 - 16 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹29.6 L/yr

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Architect Salary

10 - 19 years exp. (310 salaries)

₹13 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr

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Wipro Architect Salary 10 - 21 years exp. (256 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr 6% more	6 job openings
TCS Architect Salary 10 - 18 years exp. (18 salaries)	₹16.1 L/yr - ₹41.5 L/yr 9% more
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HCLTech Architect Salary 11 - 15 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹35.8 L/yr 28% more
IBM Architect Salary 11 - 18 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr 29% more	2 job openings
Capgemini Architect Salary 11 - 19 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr 12% more	10 job openings
HCL Group Architect Salary 11 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹44.5 L/yr 36% more
Tech Mahindra Architect Salary 13 - 17 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹27.1 L/yr 2% more	3 job openings
DXC Technology Architect Salary 12 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹17.4 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr 19% more
UST Architect Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹23.4 L/yr - ₹27.7 L/yr 4% less	1 job opening
Infosys Architect Salary 8 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹34.9 L/yr 18% more	9 job openings
Accenture Architect Salary 11 - 17 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹29 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr 30% more	11 job openings
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Atos Architect Salary 15 - 20 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹23 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr 18% more

Architect salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹38 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 19 years. Salary estimates are based on 310 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Architect salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (24 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
11 years (23 salaries)	₹14.7 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr
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12 years (53 salaries)	₹15.9 L/yr - ₹33.5 L/yr
13 years (43 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr
14 years (56 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹36.7 L/yr
15+ years (111 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr

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14 - 21 years exp.

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Top skills at Cognizant for Architect

AWS Java Design Patterns Spring Framework MVC Azure Web Technologies High level design Business Development Test scripts Professional Services SQL RFP Continuous Integration Web Api

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.4

Rated by 24 employees for salary & benefits

Architect in Chennai

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 20 Apr 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Not a right place to work, Developers credits taken care by all the top level manager, Not recognized the team members. Promotions are getting only top level people that too people management guys.

Dislikes

there is no growth for the technical person. No salary hike, No promotion, too much of politics.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Architect in Bangalore Rural

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 28 Feb 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work Life Balance (depends on project)

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Promotion cycle Salary Increments Associate Benefits Rating Process No Clarity about Career growth No Onsite opportunities Less projects related to technology I work

Salary - Poor

+2 more

Architect in Kochi

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 14 Aug 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

There are lot of opportunities to grow if you would like to go for overseas assignment. work life balance is also better in offshore and onshore.

Work-life balance - Good

Dislikes

...the job security is worst .This attitude they started from last couple of years. if you are in bench HR would call you and they will tell we will give you so and so package and literally they are forcing to resign.

Job security - Poor

+1 more

Architect (working remotely)

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 26 Feb 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good salary hike and overall had a good career growth. In any organization it depends on the set of people you are working with. If your team and management is good then things will fall in place and you will have a good work life balance and career growth.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

Nothing much to dislike

Architect in Kolkata

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 19 Oct 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Before 2016 Cognizant used to be a good company to work in, not any more

Dislikes

... assume there will be no promotion and salary hike for another 5 years, atleast. The CTC you will get includes variable pay, which you will never ever get 100%. As an example if your CTC is 10 lakhs which includes 3 lakhs variable pay, you can safely assume your CTC is actually 9 lakhs. For senior folks, more bad news; CTC includes stocks which is going down exponentially. So if your CTC is 40 lakhs that includes 10 lakhs worth of stocks and the variable pay (as mentioned above), then your CTC is actually around 30 lakhs, but you will end up paying tax for 40 lakhs. Be very careful.

Salary - Bad

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Cognizant Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Architect at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 19 years).

The top 10% of Architect in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹28.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹35.7 Lakhs per year. 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 300+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Architect at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,66,335 to ₹1,72,719 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 19 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 300+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a Architect at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- AWS
- Java
- Design Patterns
- Spring Framework
- MVC

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

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

HCL Group	₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹44.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹29.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹35.8 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹17.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 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 Architect in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Atos	₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹34.9 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹16.1 Lakhs to ₹41.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 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 Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹14.7 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹15.9 Lakhs to ₹33.5 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Architect salary in Chennai ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹38 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 310 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.