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Cognizant Data Scientist salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 12 years exp.
₹6.5 Lakhs - ₹24 Lakhs
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Data Science & Analytics
Data Scientist Salary
2 - 12 years exp. (37 salaries)
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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2 - 10 years exp. (34 salaries)
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹27.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Data Scientist Salary

1 - 12 years exp. (103 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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1 - 11 years exp. (20 salaries)

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Capgemini Data Scientist Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (15 salaries)

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NTT Data Data Scientist Salary

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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2 - 5 years exp. (9 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

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Concentrix Catalyst Data Scientist Salary

4 - 12 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹11.4 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr

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DXC Technology Data Scientist Salary

4 - 9 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr

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3 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹5.7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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2 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)

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Data Scientist salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 103 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Data Scientist salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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1 year  (4 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹11.7 L/yr
2 years  (17 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
3 years  (18 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
4 years  (9 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
5 years  (10 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
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Cognizant Data Scientist Salary and Career Growth

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Data Scientist

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1 - 15 years exp.

Senior Data Scientist

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5 - 11 years exp.

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Top skills at Cognizant for Data Scientist

Machine Learning Data Science Python Python Machine Learning SQL Digital Marketing Deep Learning Data Processing Cloud Computing Data Security Prototype R Artificial Intelligence Logistic Regression

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.5

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

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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

2.0
  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

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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

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  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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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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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.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

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  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

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Likes

Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

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Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

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Cognizant Data Scientist Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Data Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai?
The average salary of a Data Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 12 years).

The top 10% of Data Scientist in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹14.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.8 Lakhs per year. Data Scientist 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 100+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Data Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Data Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,05,013 to ₹1,07,896 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year 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 100+ 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 Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai?
To be a Data Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Machine Learning
  • - Data Science
  • - Python
  • - Python
  • - Machine Learning

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 Scientist in India?
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹26.6 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹12.2 Lakhs to ₹22.5 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 Data Scientist in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary of a Data Scientist at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Atos ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst ₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.1 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹20.0 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 Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Data Scientist at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Data Scientist in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.7 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Data Scientist salary in Chennai ranges between ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 103 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.