Cognizant Kolkata Front end Developer Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 5 years exp.

₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹13 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

21% more than the average Front end Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Front end Developer Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (20 salaries)

₹4.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS Front end Developer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (123 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr 27% less
Accenture Front end Developer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹12.8 L/yr 3% less
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IBM Front end Developer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr 64% more	13 job openings
Wipro Front end Developer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr 43% less
Infosys Front end Developer Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr 35% less	1 job opening
Capgemini Front end Developer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 12% less	1 job opening

Front end Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹13 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 20 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Front end Developer salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (4 salaries)	₹1.1 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr
2 years (9 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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3 years (4 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Front end Developer

Javascript HTML Javascript HTML and CSS HTML CSS React.Js Angular TypeScript Typescript UI Development Front End AEM Angular Frontend Development

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.2

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Front End Developer in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 23 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary & benefits

Salary - Good

Dislikes

...what they promises after passing a certain number of exams. You are on your own. Salary is good no doubt. This is where freshers get trapped. Skills are important at the beginning. Please understand if any fresher is seeing this.

Skill development - Poor

+5 more

Front End Developer (working remotely)

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 14 Aug 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Learning and Skill development. Internal stack overflow. Daily events

Skill development - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

No recognition via emails (only internal feedbacks on call) and internal promotion but again no relevant hikes or bonus. May be different for 7-8 years experienced but below 4 years experienced there no such things.

Promotions - Poor

+1 more

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

Dislikes

Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Programmer Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I joined Cognizant as a fresher and it’s a best place for starting your career. Culture is very good maybe because of company USA origin. I got good ratings for my hard work without any politics.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary and hike is low. Waiting period for promotion is so high even though if you have top year end rating.

Programmer Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 04 Jan 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary comes on time. Leaves also gets approved easily.

Salary - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

No work life balance. No projects in company so they silently fires. Not so good culture. Not so get promotion(1-5%hike only) or no benefits (whole year). Not that much bonus yearly.

Skill development - Poor

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Cognizant Front end Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 5 years).

The top 10% of Front end Developer in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹13.0 Lakhs per year. Front end Developer 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 20+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹57,618 to ₹59,067 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 5 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 20+ 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 Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

To be a Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- Javascript
- HTML
- Javascript
- HTML and CSS
- HTML

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 Front end Developer in India?

IBM	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹18.9 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 Front end Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?

The salary of a Front end Developer at companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Accenture	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹12.8 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹8.8 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 Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The salary growth for a Front end Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Front end Developer in Kolkata can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Front end Developer salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹13 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 20 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.