Cognizant Pune Engineering Manager Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

12 - 16 years exp.

₹20 Lakhs - ₹33.2 Lakhs

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18% less than the average Engineering Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 12 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Engineering Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹31.8 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Engineering Manager Salary 12 - 15 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹24.7 L/yr - ₹33.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

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Cognizant Engineering Manager Salary

12 - 16 years exp. (19 salaries)

₹20 L/yr - ₹33.2 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Accenture Engineering Manager Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹27 L/yr - ₹48.5 L/yr 25% more	1 job opening
TCS Engineering Manager Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹16.2 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr 4% more
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Infosys Engineering Manager Salary 14 - 18 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 33% less
Wipro Engineering Manager Salary 15 - 18 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹23.1 L/yr 21% less	1 job opening
NielsenIQ Engineering Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹35 L/yr - ₹43.3 L/yr 34% more	1 job opening

Engineering Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 19 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Engineering Manager in Pune

1mo ago

₹22.2 Lakhs

12 years exp.

2mo ago

₹23.5 Lakhs

13 years exp.

3mo ago

₹23.5 Lakhs

14 years exp.

4mo ago

₹31.8 Lakhs

13 years exp.

5mo ago

₹33.2 Lakhs

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Experience wise Cognizant Engineering Manager salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
12 years (4 salaries)	₹22.2 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr
13 years (6 salaries)	₹23.5 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
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14 years (5 salaries)	₹23.5 L/yr - ₹33.2 L/yr
15+ years (4 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Engineering Manager

Engineering Management Core Java Case Studies RFP Presales Continuous Improvement Product Testing Quality Analysis Microservices Devops Strategic Planning Automation Product Management Communication Skills Java

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Engineering Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 15 Feb 2022

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

It's a very big organization where you might get exposure to different type of clients and technologies

Dislikes

...y or may not like the project you are working on. Releases might take more time. Pay is not that great compared to other smaller companies

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Principal Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 24 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Lots of project, so job security is there. Work-life balance (again depends on the client and project).

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Extra benefits like (insurance and term insurance etc are not up to standard.) Salary hike is very less.

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Salary - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

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

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Scrum Master in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 14 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

One of the best employee centric company in service based industry, recent statements from leaders from other organisation is shameful and treating their employee as daily wage labourer but thankful to my company leadership who has great vision and decisions are made towards employee focus. Company is still following hybrid model and no fixed days yet.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Promotions and appraisal are not process based, frequent change in salary increament schedule are changed and also arrear are not paid for 3months.

Promotions - Poor

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I have the following offers and confused to choose one. Exp: 6.8 Java backend dev cognizant - 25 lpa (24 fixed) Epam - 28 fixed Citi - 30 fixed If i ask epam with citi offer they will increase their offer, but my question is that worth negotiating with them? Please give you suggestions. My Last working day is 31 March 2025.

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Cognizant Engineering Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune?

The average salary of a Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Engineering Manager in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹32.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹33.2 Lakhs per year. Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune?

The estimated take-home salary of a Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹1,78,852 to ₹1,85,803 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 16 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.

What are the key skills required to be a Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune?

To be a Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

- Engineering Management
- Core Java
- Case Studies
- RFP
- Presales

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 Engineering Manager in India?

NielsenIQ	₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹43.3 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹48.5 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹16.2 Lakhs to ₹40.0 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 Engineering Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?

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

Wipro	₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹23.1 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹16.0 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 Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Pune?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹22.2 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹23.5 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹23.5 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Engineering Manager salary in Pune ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹33.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 19 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.