Cognizant Contractor Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 7 years exp.

₹2.8 Lakhs - ₹11.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

31% more than the average Contractor Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 7 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Contractor Salary 3 - 7 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
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Human Resources Contractor Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

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Genpact Contractor Salary 0 - 9 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 21% less
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HCL Group Contractor Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr 52% less
Infosys Contractor Salary 3 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹44.1 L/yr 244% more
Wipro Contractor Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr 52% less
Capgemini Contractor Salary 5 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr 44% more
NTT DATA, Inc. Contractor Salary 5 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr 100% more

Contractor salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 18 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Contractor salaries

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (3 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr
3 years (4 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
4 years (3 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
5 years (4 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

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0 - 7 years exp.

Senior Director

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19 - 26 years exp.

Contractor

0 - 7 years exp.

Senior Associate

3 - 15 years exp.

151% hike

Manager

8 - 19 years exp.

43% hike

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Top skills at Cognizant for Contractor

Project Planning Test Planning Requirement Gathering Defect Management Project Development Relationship Management Photoshop Test execution Project Management Project Development Defect Management Test Strategy Captivate Customer Relationship Service Management

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.8

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

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Project Manager in Kolkata

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is great. There is lot of effort & importance given to training & reskilling.

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Pay package is not the best but ifs OK. Even after honestly working with your best efforts & good ratings, you will not get promotion unless you really push for it.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 01 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has large number of client in various domains providing a lot of opportunities across the world. I have got an opprtunity to work at different locations and in diversified tools and technologies and various domains. It has helped me build a robust career and helped me grow along with the organization.

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Frequently changing revision cycles, changing promotions process and cycles and very less salary hikes. Also for the veteran employees, salary standards are very low compard to the market standards

Promotions - Poor

Project Manager in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Sep 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Clear salary structure

Dislikes

Micromanagement of work from office Tug of war between Cognizant tasks and client tasks Irregular appraisal cycles Remove senior members from the team and onboard junior members Upper Management creates unnecessary facade to generate fake buzz

Promotions - Poor

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Project Manager in Chennai

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Jun 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I know what is my salary, which wasn't the case of Infosys loke conpanies where one need to master mathematics to understand whats their take home salary

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Nothing so far. Will update when i go thru one in future

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Cognizant Contractor Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Contractor at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Contractor at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 7 years).

The top 10% of Contractor at Cognizant earn more than ₹11.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹14.0 Lakhs per year. Contractor 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Contractor at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹52,882 to ₹54,197 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 7 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 10+ 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 Contractor at Cognizant ?

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

- Project Planning
- Test Planning
- Requirement Gathering
- Defect Management
- Project Development

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 Contractor in India?

Infosys	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹44.1 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc.	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹9.5 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 Contractor in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

HCLTech	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹3.8 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹5.8 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 Contractor at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Contractor salary in India ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 18 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.