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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer salaries in Kolkata (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 3 years exp.
₹1.4 Lakh - ₹3.2 Lakhs
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6% less than the average Desktop Support Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 3 years of experience

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Desktop Support Engineer Salary
0 - 3 years exp. (24 salaries)
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₹1.4 L/yr - ₹2.8 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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0 - 3 years exp. (6 salaries)
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
Desktop Support Engineer Salary
0 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹2.9 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
Desktop Support Engineer Salary
2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹2.9 L/yr

Last Updated: 5 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer Salary

0 - 3 years exp. (40 salaries)
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₹1.4 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr

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Desktop Support Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.4 Lakh to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 3 years. Salary estimates are based on 40 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 5 Mar 2025

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Fresher  (5 salaries)

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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹4.4 L/yr
1 year  (17 salaries)

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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr
2 years  (14 salaries)

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₹1.4 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Desktop Support Engineer

OS Installation Customer Service Windows System Administration End User Computing Pharmacy

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.4

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025
3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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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Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

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Consulting Department

2.0
  •  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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  • Skill development - Poor
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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025
4.0
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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.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

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IT & Information Security Department

2.0
  •  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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Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025
4.0
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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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Dislikes

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

  • Skill development - Poor
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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The average salary of a Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 3 years).

The top 10% of Desktop Support Engineer in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹2.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹3.2 Lakhs per year. Desktop Support 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 40+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The estimated take-home salary of a Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹18,555 to ₹20,240 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 3 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 40+ 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 Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
To be a Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

  • - OS Installation
  • - Customer Service
  • - Windows System Administration
  • - End User Computing
  • - Pharmacy

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 Desktop Support Engineer in India?
TCS ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹4.5 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 Desktop Support Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary of a Desktop Support Engineer at companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

CMS IT Services ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Renovision Automation Services ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹3.1 Lakhs per year
Kaizen IT Services ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹3.1 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 at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary growth for a Desktop Support Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Desktop Support Engineer in Kolkata can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹4.4 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Desktop Support Engineer salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹1.4 Lakh to ₹3.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 40 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.