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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer L1 salaries in India

Annual salary range
0 - 6 years exp.
₹1.6 Lakh - ₹3 Lakhs
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary
1 - 6 years exp. (7 salaries)
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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary
1 - 4 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary
2 - 6 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Dec 2024

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Wipro Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

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₹0.9 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

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HCLTech Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

0 - 3 years exp. (25 salaries)

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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

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Accenture Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

0 - 6 years exp. (23 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr

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TCS Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹2.2 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr

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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹2.4 L/yr

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Genpact Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

1 - 3 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr

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Infosys Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

1 - 2 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

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IBM Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr

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NTT Data Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

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Capgemini Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary

1 - 3 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹2.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹3.3 L/yr

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Desktop Support Engineer L1 salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.6 Lakh to ₹3 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 18 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer L1 salaries

Last Updated: 20 Dec 2024

Experience Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.4 L/yr
1 year  (3 salaries)

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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr
2 years  (6 salaries)

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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr
3 years  (3 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹2.4 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

5.0
  •  posted on 13 Apr 2022

3.0
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Cognizant is working on strengthening it's own associates by optimising learning scopes and internal evaluation for promotion

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

... document submission. They know only to reject without any proper justification. They think they are paying the salary from their pocket only

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Data Science & Analytics Department

3.0
  •  posted on 04 Feb 2022

2.0
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Except monthly salary, nothing to be present for liking

  • Job security - Excellent
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Dislikes

No growth, no upskill push from your manager, And if you upskill yourself alongwith your work from learning portal, no body will appreciate or use your skill in project. Management is least bothered about your older skills and upskilling and your career growth

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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

4.0
  •  posted on 01 Oct 2020

3.0
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I think work balance is quite good . Work culture is a bit mixed bag for me . Management is supportive to some extent . Job security is there and there are ample learning opportunities on offer .

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  • Skill development - Good
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Inadequate compensation / benefits .

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 23 Jan 2025

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...ith. But I should say it also purely depends on the team which we have put into. The salary is higher for freshers and lateral compared to other companies.

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We cannot expect good ratings and promotion even if we deserve it. As they ask you to work 10 hrs continuously, you will not have time to develop your skills.

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 23 Jan 2025

3.0
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No salary issues and if you get proper project and colleague your are good to go. Every 6 months there is a skill up process you can utilise to improve your self.

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Dislikes

PM not having technical knowledge and worst experience in support project . Talent management team not having proper tacking they didn't care about your skills match with your project. Hike is also low always 3 ratings for support projects. There is no straight point of contact to enquire anything. Cognizant not tracking if you are extending time in your client projects it's depends on your project and higher level.

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  • Work satisfaction - Bad
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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer L1 Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant earn more than ₹2.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹3.0 Lakhs per year. Desktop Support Engineer L1 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 Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹15,504 to ₹17,115 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 6 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.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Desktop Support Engineer L1 in India?
Capgemini ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.1 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹5.3 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.8 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 Desktop Support Engineer L1 in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Desktop Support Engineer L1 at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Infosys ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹3.5 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹3.3 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 Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Desktop Support Engineer L1 at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Desktop Support Engineer L1 can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹2.4 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹2.4 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer L1 salary in India ranges between ₹1.6 Lakh to ₹3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 18 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.