Cognizant Consultant Salaries by 2400+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 12 years exp.

₹7.9 Lakhs - ₹24 Lakhs

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17% more than the average Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 12 years of experience

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Consulting Consultant Salary 0 - 12 years exp. (504 salaries)	₹7.1 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Consultant Salary 0 - 12 years exp. (326 salaries)	₹5.9 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Consultant Salary 0 - 12 years exp. (308 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
Product Management Consultant Salary 1 - 12 years exp. (91 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹27.8 L/yr
IT & Information Security Consultant Salary 0 - 12 years exp. (77 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹17.8 L/yr

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Last Updated: 26 Mar 2025

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Consultant salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 2.5k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Consultant salaries

Last Updated: 26 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (54 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr
1 year (78 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
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2 years (165 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹18.6 L/yr
3 years (356 salaries)	₹5.9 L/yr - ₹19.7 L/yr
4 years (404 salaries)	₹6.4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
5 years (387 salaries)	₹6.9 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr
6 years (284 salaries)	₹7.9 L/yr - ₹27.8 L/yr
7 years (232 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
8 years (222 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
9 years (120 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
10 years (79 salaries)	₹8.6 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
11 years (46 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
12 years (25 salaries)	₹11.4 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

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Consulting Manager

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7 - 18 years exp.

Consultant 0 - 12 years exp.

Senior Consultant 4 - 16 years exp.

38% hike

Consulting Manager 7 - 18 years exp.

25% hike

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Top skills at Cognizant for Consultant

Business Process Modeling Requirement Gathering Market Research Engagement Management Business Case

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.2

Rated by 172 employees for salary & benefits

Consultant in Noida

Full Time

Consulting Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Get to work on projects for good companies. This gives an overall exposure into some of the biggest businesses around the world

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

1. Compensation is very poor 2. No work life balance 3. No policy for over-time work 4. No policy for late night shifts 5. No additional benifits 6. No additional gifts / bonuses / cheers points for festivals etc.

Work-life balance - Poor

Consultant in Pune

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

3.0

• posted on 02 Nov 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

There is a decent WLB, although it depends a lot on the project. You may get a chance to work on multiple areas, depending on your relations with manager and vertical lead.

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Compensation is not as per the industry standards and growth is very slow. There is considerable amount of politics which influences promotions and other opportunities.

Salary - Poor

+1 more

Consultant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Consulting Department

5.0

• posted on 28 Sep 2023

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

the culture, ambience and work space is excellent and is very diverse. The salary is also very fair and working as a consultant at this company is really a very good chance and very good opportunity. I really like to work here.

Salary - Excellent

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Dislikes

the salary is very good and is high, i barley have any dislikes of this company. overall amazing

Consultant in Chennai

Product Management Department

3.0

• posted on 16 Jun 2021

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. Work life balance - although it varys from project to project but most folks have good WLB 2. Strong internal shared services 3. Good avenues to upskill - Free Udemy access (not all courses but there are more than enough), internal knowledge base, business unit sponsored certifications which are expensive outside 4. Job security - Since it is a big firm, layoffs are not very common

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

1. Poor Pay and Benefits - this is expected as they charge very less for the projects compared to other companies which pay more 2. Quality of work for a Consultant - Zero strategy is required, all are implementation projects for which someone has already given strategy 3. Slow growth - From what I have seen, at least 3 years are needed for promotion

Salary - Poor

+2 more

Consultant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 11 Dec 2018

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...that it is a lean organization, so less people, less politics, and good culture. The work life balance and compensation are also very good.

Salary - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Fixed long-duration projects. You can say that it lies somewhere in between a Consulting Firm and an IT Company.

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Cognizant Consultant Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Consultant at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Consultant at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 12 years).

The top 10% of Consultant at Cognizant earn more than ₹20.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.5 Lakhs per year. Consultant 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 2400+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Consultant at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,11,179 to ₹1,14,262 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 12 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 2400+ 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 Consultant at Cognizant ?

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

- Business Process Modeling
- Requirement Gathering
- Market Research
- Engagement Management
- Business Case

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 Consultant in India?

Sogeti	₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹55.4 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹8.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC	₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹34.7 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹9.7 Lakhs to ₹37.9 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹9.2 Lakhs to ₹38.3 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 Consultant in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

HCLTech	₹8.3 Lakhs to ₹33.1 Lakhs per year
Tata Group	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst	₹15.6 Lakhs to ₹24.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹32.5 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹28.6 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 Consultant at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹18.6 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹5.9 Lakhs to ₹19.7 Lakhs per year

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