Cognizant Automation Testing Salaries by 6 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 3 years exp.

₹3 Lakhs - ₹9.8 Lakhs

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13% more than the average Automation Testing Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 3 years of experience

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Last Updated: 10 Jan 2025

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Automation Testing salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 3 years. Salary estimates are based on 6 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Automation Testing salaries

Last Updated: 10 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr
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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr

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Selenium Automation Testing Java Cucumber API Appium API Testing Java SQL Testing Jenkins Testng Automation Testing Field Work Javascript

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.5

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Software Tester in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 19 Sep 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. The company provides Cab Services which is a good 2. Good Exposure to Client Side projects 3. Work from home is provided

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

1. No compensation is provided like fuel or petrol charges 2. Salary hike is very low as 4-6% per year 3. Work culture is not good some managers are old and don't understand and help there resources

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Test Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Opportunity in Learning and development. Good and friendly managers if lucky. Salary and bonus credited in timely manner.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Politics. Communication gap between seniors and juniors. Weak appraisal structure. No fix time to log off. Usually have to work late.

Promotions - Poor

Test Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work environment and culture. Numbers of Skill up programs. Teammates are supportive. Company policies are good.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

...nity to choose their career path, the company should not impose any career path. Salary for undergraduate, specially from B.Sc CS, BCA and B.Sc IT is really low.

ETL Tester in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 08 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I worked on contractual role., as I hired on pandamic we never worked in office., So, no comments on company environment,salary hikes,bonus and policies. For us there will be minimal job security as we're not hired for full-time. Good experience working with the team., Appreciating the support from the management and team members.

Job security - Good

+3 more

Automation Test Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 May 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

My Team is very good , good learning curve and good culture comparatively other service based company .

Skill development - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

when you are leaving the organization HR will ask unnecessary question . Salary , promotion over seas opportunity needs to e improved .

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What is the salary of Automation Testing at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Automation Testing at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 3 years).

The top 10% of Automation Testing at Cognizant earn more than ₹9.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹NaN Lakhs per year. Automation Testing 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 6 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Automation Testing at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Automation Testing at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹41,745 to ₹42,884 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 3 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 6 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 Testing at Cognizant ?

To be a Automation Testing at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Selenium
- Automation Testing
- Java
- Cucumber
- API

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 Testing in India?

NTT DATA, Inc.	₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 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 Automation Testing in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

LTIMindtree	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 Automation Testing at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Automation Testing salary in India ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 6 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.