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Cognizant Data Architect salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
13 - 17 years exp.
₹11.8 Lakhs - ₹35 Lakhs
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7% less than the average Data Architect Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 13 - 17 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Data Architect Salary
13 - 17 years exp. (49 salaries)
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₹11.8 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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13 - 17 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹23.6 L/yr - ₹29.5 L/yr

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16 - 17 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹29.2 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

Last Updated: 28 Mar 2025

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7 - 19 years exp. (13 salaries)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

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12 - 18 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹14.4 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr

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₹17.2 L/yr - ₹35.7 L/yr

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Data Architect salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 13 years to 17 years. Salary estimates are based on 60 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Data Architect salaries

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13 years  (10 salaries)

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₹11.8 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr
14 years  (15 salaries)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr
15+ years  (35 salaries)

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₹14.8 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Data Architect

Data Modeling Data Architecture Python Hive Database Management Kafka Javascript Hadoop Pipeline Informatica Data Engineering Python ERwin Data Analysis AWS

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.6

Rated by 7 employees for salary & benefits

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Data Science & Analytics Department

4.0
  •  posted on 25 Aug 2023

3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Helpfulness of the supervisor. Transparent HR activities. Diversified work culture. Extended work from home option. Hassle free leave approval if planned in advance

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

Annual salary hike is not that great. Not many offices in tier-2 cities. Higher leadership frequent changes. 10 hour stay at office between punch-in & out No earned leave accumulation beyond 1 year

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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  • Job security - Poor
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Consulting Department

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  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

Dislikes

1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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Likes

CTS provides a good work life balance and decent salary. All other things depends on the type of project which you got.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

As a fresher you will be getting support projects , so be aware before choosing any project.

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IT & Information Security Department

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  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

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Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

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...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

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Cognizant Data Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Data Architect at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Data Architect at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 13 years to 17 years).

The top 10% of Data Architect at Cognizant earn more than ₹30.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹34.8 Lakhs per year. Data Architect 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 Data Architect at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Data Architect at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,73,325 to ₹1,80,025 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 13 years to 17 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 Data Architect at Cognizant ?
To be a Data Architect at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Data Modeling
  • - Data Architecture
  • - Python
  • - Hive
  • - Database Management

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 Data Architect in India?
NTT Data ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹29.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹15.9 Lakhs to ₹49.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 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 Data Architect in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Data Architect at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹13.4 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹12.1 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
UST ₹14.4 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹13.7 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 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 Data Architect at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Data Architect at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Data Architect can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
13 years ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
14 years ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
15 years ₹14.8 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Data Architect salary in India ranges between ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 60 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.