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Cognizant Associate Consultant salaries in Pune (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 8 years exp.
₹4.1 Lakhs - ₹16 Lakhs
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6% less than the average Associate Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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1 - 8 years exp. (92 salaries)
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₹4.4 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr

Consulting
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2 - 7 years exp. (58 salaries)
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₹5.6 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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2 - 7 years exp. (17 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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4 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹8.1 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
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4 - 5 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹14.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 29 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Associate Consultant Salary

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₹4.9 L/yr - ₹18.3 L/yr

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Associate Consultant salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹16 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 207 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Associate Consultant salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 29 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹4.7 L/yr
2 years  (19 salaries)

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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr
3 years  (41 salaries)

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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹14.8 L/yr
4 years  (37 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹15.6 L/yr
5 years  (48 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
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Cognizant Associate Consultant Salary and Career Growth

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Associate Consultant

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Consulting Manager

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Consultant

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Senior Consultant

4 - 16 years exp.
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Top skills at Cognizant for Associate Consultant

Performance Tuning Customer Service Service Management Continuous Improvement System Audit

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.4

Rated by 17 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

5.0
  •  posted on 01 Oct 2024

2.0
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Cognizant is the best organisation in terms of working, learning and development but poor part is Salary increment is very less and promotions almost not getting

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Existing employee didn't get the upto mark salary and promotion.

  • Salary - Poor
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

5.0
  •  posted on 01 Apr 2025

5.0
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The company offers access to wellness programs designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing, ensuring employees can maintain a healthy worklife balance

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  • Salary - Excellent
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Competitive salary and generous benefits package. Regular workshops are just one example of the company’s dedication to providing employees with the tools they need for success, inside and outside the office

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

4.0
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4.0
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The company actively encourages employees to share and implement new ideas, fostering a creative and dynamic workplace Loyal employees are consistently rewarded with enhanced benefits and bonuses over time, promoting job satisfaction and retention With a diverse team across different roles, freshers can expand their professional network early in their career

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  • Salary - Good
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Comprehensive benefits package Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and growth opportunities.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

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Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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  • Job security - Poor
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Consulting Department

2.0
  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

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1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Cognizant Associate Consultant Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
The average salary of a Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Associate Consultant in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹14.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹23.1 Lakhs per year. Associate Consultant 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 200+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹74,005 to ₹75,918 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 8 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 200+ 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 Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
To be a Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - Performance Tuning
  • - Customer Service
  • - Service Management
  • - Continuous Improvement
  • - System Audit

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 Associate Consultant in India?
TCS ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹21.9 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 Associate Consultant in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?
The salary of a Associate Consultant at companies similar to Cognizant in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

IBM ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹18.3 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹13.7 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.3 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 Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
The salary growth for a Associate Consultant at Cognizant in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Associate Consultant in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹4.7 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹14.8 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹15.6 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Associate Consultant salary in Pune ranges between ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹16 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 207 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.