Cognizant Mumbai Data Engineer Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 7 years exp.

₹3.5 Lakhs - ₹15.1 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (96%)

₹8 Lakhs

Variable (4%)

₹0.3 Lakh

16% less than the average Data Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 7 years of experience

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Data Science & Analytics Data Engineer Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Data Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Data Engineer Salary 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.9 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Data Engineer Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (31 salaries)

₹3.5 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS Data Engineer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (226 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 21% less
Accenture Data Engineer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (166 salaries)	₹3.9 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr 10% more	50 job openings
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Capgemini Data Engineer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (120 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹16.1 L/yr 6% more	12 job openings
IBM Data Engineer Salary 0 - 11 years exp. (109 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹24.2 L/yr 58% more	215 job openings
Infosys Data Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (37 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr 25% less	9 job openings
Wipro Data Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr 1% less	2 job openings
HCLTech Data Engineer Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr 21% more	2 job openings
Tech Mahindra Data Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr 2% more	7 job openings
Genpact Data Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 28% more	2 job openings
Atos Data Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr 14% less

Data Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 31 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Data Engineer salaries in Mumbai

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
2 years (8 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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3 years (11 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
4 years (6 salaries)	₹6.4 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
5 years (3 salaries)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.2 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹19.6 L/yr

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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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What is the salary of Data Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai?

The average salary of a Data Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 7 years).

The top 10% of Data Engineer in Mumbai at Cognizant earn more than ₹12.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹19.6 Lakhs per year. Data Engineer 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 30+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Data Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Data Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹60,949 to ₹62,493 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year 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 30+ 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 Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai?

To be a Data Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai, the key skills required include:

- SQL
- Python
- Azure
- Hadoop
- Python

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 Engineer in India?

IBM	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹24.2 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹15.2 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹16.1 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 Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Mumbai?

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

Tech Mahindra	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹10.3 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹10.6 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 Data Engineer at Cognizant in Mumbai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Data Engineer salary in Mumbai ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 31 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.