Cognizant Kolkata Associate Salaries by 7400+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 9 years exp.

₹5.2 Lakhs - ₹15.5 Lakhs

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23% more than the average Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Associate Salary 0 - 9 years exp. (5.1k salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Associate Salary 0 - 9 years exp. (342 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Associate Salary 2 - 9 years exp. (320 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
Quality Assurance Associate Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (163 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
Consulting Associate Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (104 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr

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Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Associate Salary

0 - 9 years exp. (7.4k salaries)

₹5.2 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr

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Wipro Associate Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (1.8k salaries)	₹0.9 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr 72% less	39 job openings
TCS Associate Salary 0 - 9 years exp. (875 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 61% less
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Tech Mahindra Associate Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (331 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr 71% less
Capgemini Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (238 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr 64% less
Accenture Associate Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (70 salaries)	₹0.8 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr 50% less	70 job openings
Genpact Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (59 salaries)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr 63% less	5 job openings

Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 7.4k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Associate salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (19 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr
1 year (28 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr
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2 years (972 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr
3 years (1.3k salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
4 years (1.2k salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
5 years (1.3k salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
6 years (1k salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr
7 years (787 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
8 years (547 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
9 years (303 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹18.1 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Associate

Test Cases Project Management Test Strategy Test Planning Unit Testing

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3.4

Rated by 680 employees for salary & benefits

Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Merchandising, Retail & eCommerce Department

5.0

• posted on 17 Jun 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...towards employees. Good behaviour, always helps junior employees for upliftment. Very good salary structure. End year rating and review is average but percentage of salary hike rate is higer than any other MNCs. It’s really a good side.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Work life balance is poor. Promotions, appraisal process is average. Job security is average.

Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 08 May 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary and hikes are comparatively good

Dislikes

Very less number of projects available and the blame and pressure is being put on the employees that they have to pass hackerrank, leetcode and other platform coding tests else God knows what are the consequences. They hire you by taking interview for a skill and then they do not have a project and then God knows.

Salary - Poor

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Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 01 Aug 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Provides good salary and regular hikes.

Salary - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Talent management system isn't good. There is no one to listen to problems an employee is facing. Managers are given all powers. They can make or break your career.

Job security - Poor

+1 more

Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 18 May 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I have been working in the EAS BU, and have worked in niche projects - with excellent learning.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

...ware/services for internal use can be made better, although its good enough now. A competitive salary with other rivals would be crucial to retain talent as well.

Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 16 Feb 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Process oriented company. Ample scope of learning. Salary is good but hike os not happening

Skill development - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

If you are new to a team, you have to struggle to fit in the team. It is mainly dependent on its team mate. Manager want you to work in multiple project.

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Cognizant Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 9 years).

The top 10% of Associate in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹11.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹17.0 Lakhs per year. Associate 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 7400+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹64,780 to ₹66,432 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 9 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 7400+ 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 at Cognizant in Kolkata?

To be a Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- Test Cases
- Project Management
- Test Strategy
- Test Planning
- Unit Testing

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

What is the salary of a Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

Accenture	₹0.8 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹4.3 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 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 at Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year

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