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Cognizant Business Associate salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 6 years exp.
₹1 Lakh - ₹10 Lakhs
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16% more than the average Business Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 6 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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0 - 6 years exp. (43 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr

Human Resources
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0 - 6 years exp. (21 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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0 - 5 years exp. (11 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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0 - 6 years exp. (9 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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1 - 5 years exp. (9 salaries)
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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹21.4 L/yr

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2 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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2 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)

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Business Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹10 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 150 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Business Associate salaries

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
Fresher  (16 salaries)

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₹1 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year  (21 salaries)

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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
2 years  (20 salaries)

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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
3 years  (30 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
4 years  (34 salaries)

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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹11.6 L/yr
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Cognizant Business Associate Salary and Career Growth

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Senior Director

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19 - 26 years exp.

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Software Engineer

0 - 7 years exp.
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Senior Associate

3 - 15 years exp.
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Top skills at Cognizant for Business Associate

Project Management Continuous Improvement Detail Design High level design Professional Services Test Cases Project Management Analytical Chemistry Project Review Troubleshooting Mechanical Engineering Project Planning Design Analysis Data Analysis Product Development

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 18 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0
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Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

  • Skill development - Poor
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Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

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Will get salary that is ok

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But if you give more importance to mental health than salary don't join this company. You are literally a slave of the client and no body will speak for you.. and if your too lucky to get a client like Novartis(pharmaceutical company) and especially get into celonis tool project then you can say bye bye to your mental health and just hug the salary you get and stay. Working hard is not the issue but the politics they play and the slavery you guys will experience is more than what was done in the colonization period. Hope everyone understands my mental health state currently and would deeply analyze before joining cognizant or Novartis.

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  • Promotions - Bad
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Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

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Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

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  • Work satisfaction - Good
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Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

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If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

  • Promotions - Poor

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Project & Program Management Department

4.0
  •  posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0
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Likes

Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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Cognizant Business Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Business Associate at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Business Associate at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Business Associate at Cognizant earn more than ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹17.2 Lakhs per year. Business 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 100+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Business Associate at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Business Associate at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹43,989 to ₹45,095 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 6 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 100+ 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 Business Associate at Cognizant ?
To be a Business Associate at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Project Management
  • - Continuous Improvement
  • - Detail Design
  • - High level design
  • - Professional Services

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 Business Associate in India?
Ernst & Young ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹21.4 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.7 Lakhs per year
Deloitte ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹14.6 Lakhs per year
HCL Infosystems ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹13.0 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 Business Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Business Associate at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Tata Group ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
NielsenIQ ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc. ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹8.5 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 Business Associate at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Business Associate at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Business Associate can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Business Associate salary in India ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹10 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 150 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.