Cognizant Computer Programmer Salaries by 4 Employees

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₹3 Lakhs - ₹9.1 Lakhs

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44% more than the average Computer Programmer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 year of experience

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Last Updated: 17 Dec 2022

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Computer Programmer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year for employees with 1 year of experience. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Computer Programmer salaries

Last Updated: 17 Dec 2022

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

Dislikes

Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

Salary - Poor

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Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Promotions - Poor

Programmer Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I joined Cognizant as a fresher and it’s a best place for starting your career. Culture is very good maybe because of company USA origin. I got good ratings for my hard work without any politics.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary and hike is low. Waiting period for promotion is so high even though if you have top year end rating.

Programmer Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 04 Jan 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary comes on time. Leaves also gets approved easily.

Salary - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

No work life balance. No projects in company so they silently fires. Not so good culture. Not so get promotion(1-5%hike only) or no benefits (whole year). Not that much bonus yearly.

Skill development - Poor

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Cognizant Computer Programmer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Computer Programmer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Computer Programmer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 1 year).

The top 10% of Computer Programmer at Cognizant earn more than ₹9.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹NaN Lakhs per year. Computer Programmer 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Computer Programmer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Computer Programmer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹46,955 to ₹48,068 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 1 year.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 4 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Computer Programmer in India?

Tech Mahindra	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹10.0 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 Computer Programmer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Infosys	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
ICMR-National Centre for Diseases Informatics and Research	₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹4.4 Lakhs per year
Vasantdada Sugar Institute	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 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 Computer Programmer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹3.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Computer Programmer salary in India ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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