Cognizant Chennai Business Development Manager Salaries by 60+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 15 years exp.

₹14 Lakhs - ₹27.6 Lakhs

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199% more than the average Business Development Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 15 years of experience

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Sales & Business Development Business Development Manager Salary 5 - 15 years exp. (35 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Business Development Manager Salary 8 - 15 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹18.5 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Business Development Manager Salary 14 - 15 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14.5 L/yr - ₹23.3 L/yr
Strategic & Top Management Business Development Manager Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.6 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr
Product Management Business Development Manager Salary 11 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹18.7 L/yr - ₹23.3 L/yr

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Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Business Development Manager Salary

5 - 15 years exp. (62 salaries)

₹14 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr

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TCS Business Development Manager Salary 3 - 16 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹28.4 L/yr 26% less
HCLTech Business Development Manager Salary 8 - 12 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹20.2 L/yr 26% less
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Wipro Business Development Manager Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹8.2 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 37% less
DXC Technology Business Development Manager Salary 12 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹28.8 L/yr 14% more
Tech Mahindra Business Development Manager Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr 47% less

Business Development Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 62 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Business Development Manager in Chennai

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₹20 Lakhs

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₹27.6 Lakhs

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6mo ago

₹26 Lakhs

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₹19.6 Lakhs

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₹20 Lakhs

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Experience wise Cognizant Business Development Manager salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (3 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹37.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.1 L/yr - ₹24.4 L/yr
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7 years (7 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr
8 years (8 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹25.7 L/yr
9 years (5 salaries)	₹18.8 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
10 years (8 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr
11 years (6 salaries)	₹18.7 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
12 years (7 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr
13 years (6 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
14 years (4 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹40.9 L/yr
15+ years (7 salaries)	₹14.5 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

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• posted on 18 Nov 2024

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Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

2.0

• posted on 08 Mar 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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They give good package while joining

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Their talent supply team is useless. When you are on bench, they won't contact you or try to place you in some project. It becomes completely your responsibility to search a project for yourself

Skill development - Bad

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Team Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Oct 2023

2.0

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Salary & Benefits are poor, Not up to the expectations. No work life balance. 10 hrs working + min 1hrs to max 2hrs travelling for one side, i.e 14hrs approx gone only for company. 10hrs personal life :(

Salary - Poor

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Full Time

BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

3.0

• posted on 07 Jun 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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No work life balance and additional salary benefits. But there is job security since cognizant has many clients under its belt and they would place you somewhere you fit into.

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Work life balance Salary benefits Allowances Work environment 10 hours shift

Salary - Poor

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What is the salary of Business Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Business Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Business Development Manager in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹24.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹27.4 Lakhs per year. Business Development Manager 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 60+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Business Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Business Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,41,671 to ₹1,46,941 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 15 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 60+ 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 Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a Business Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- bdm
- B2B Sales
- IT Sales
- Informatica
- Market Research

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 Development Manager in India?

DXC Technology

₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹28.8 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 Development Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

TCS	₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹28.4 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹20.2 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹14.7 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 Development Manager at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹37.8 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹19.1 Lakhs to ₹24.4 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹22.5 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹25.7 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Business Development Manager salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

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Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Business Development Manager in Chennai

Experience wise Cognizant Business Development Manager salaries in Chennai

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Top skills at Cognizant for Business Development Manager

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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