Cognizant Chennai Automation Test Lead Salaries by 80+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 16 years exp.

₹6.3 Lakhs - ₹21.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

15% less than the average Automation Test Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Automation Test Lead Salary 5 - 16 years exp. (62 salaries)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
Quality Assurance Automation Test Lead Salary 5 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹9.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Automation Test Lead Salary 9 - 11 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.9 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Automation Test Lead Salary

5 - 16 years exp. (81 salaries)

₹6.3 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr

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TCS Automation Test Lead Salary 6 - 15 years exp. (76 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 1% more
Accenture Automation Test Lead Salary 8 - 13 years exp. (55 salaries)	₹9.9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 18% more	19 job openings
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Wipro Automation Test Lead Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (39 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹25.4 L/yr 22% more
HCLTech Automation Test Lead Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr 19% more
Tech Mahindra Automation Test Lead Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 8% more	1 job opening
Infosys Automation Test Lead Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (21 salaries)	₹8.2 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr 11% less	49 job openings
HCL Group Automation Test Lead Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹7.1 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr 16% less
IBM Automation Test Lead Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr 35% more
Capgemini Automation Test Lead Salary 7 - 11 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹9.5 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr 22% more	1 job opening
DXC Technology Automation Test Lead Salary 10 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹14.1 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr 1% more
HCL Infosystems Automation Test Lead Salary 5 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹7.3 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr 39% less
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UST Automation Test Lead Salary 9 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹13.9 L/yr - ₹22.9 L/yr 21% more
NTT Data Automation Test Lead Salary 8 - 17 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr 31% more
Atos Automation Test Lead Salary 9 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹9.6 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr 15% less

Automation Test Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 81 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Automation Test Lead salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (6 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
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7 years (6 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr
8 years (9 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
9 years (15 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr
10 years (12 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr
11 years (7 salaries)	₹9.1 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr
12 years (7 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
13 years (7 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
14 years (3 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
15+ years (8 salaries)	₹14.7 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

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Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Automation Test Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Other Department

2.0

• posted on 19 Oct 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The only thing which I like about cognizant is , which give lot of opportunity to upskill on latest technologies

Skill development - Excellent

Dislikes

10 hours working time . Least competative salary and compensation HR doesn't respond your queries on and on multiple follow ups you get a response. No proper communication to employees if it is related salary and benefits

Salary - Poor

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Automation Test Lead in Pune

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Sep 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work Life Balance is because you will get enough time. Job Security is there because 60 days of bench period and everyone get enough time and ample amount of opportunity to look for assignment. People are supportive at ground level

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Politics, Favoritism. Very Poor compensation as per market. Only focus on US onsite opportunities although lots of politics behind that. No career growth also very rigid and poor management

Skill development - Poor

+1 more

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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Despite the fact that cognizant is not directly involved, the management team is the worst because I had a bad rating once and spoke with my HR about it. She said that it was illogical to claim to be able to speak Hindi, and they do not care about employees. While some employees are excellent, favoritism is a non-issue in the Kolkata office. I will not receive any better senior support that would help me start from scratch.

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

...a result, you will be highly appreciated with a very bad rating and feedback. 5. salary is very low and there is no hike or promotion if you are not favourite candidate of your manager

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

CTS provides a good work life balance and decent salary. All other things depends on the type of project which you got.

Salary - Good

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As a fresher you will be getting support projects , so be aware before choosing any project.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

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for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

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...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

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What is the salary of Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Automation Test Lead in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹18.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹21.0 Lakhs per year. Automation Test Lead 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 80+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹98,643 to ₹1,01,321 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 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 80+ 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 Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Automation Testing
- Selenium
- Java
- Cucumber
- Selenium Testing

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 Automation Test Lead in India?

IBM	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹28.5 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹25.4 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹22.5 Lakhs per year
UST	₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹22.9 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 Automation Test Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

HCLTech	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹9.9 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹14.1 Lakhs to ₹15.5 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 Automation Test Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹9.8 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹21.1 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Automation Test Lead salary in Chennai ranges between ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 81 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.