Cognizant HR and IT Recruiter Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 6 years exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹6.5 Lakhs

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Salary of majority employees

20% more than the average HR and IT Recruiter Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 6 years of experience

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Last Updated: 1 Feb 2025

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HR and IT Recruiter salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant HR and IT Recruiter salaries

Last Updated: 1 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹0.9 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr
1 year (3 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹3.7 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

5.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary is lower compared to other firms.

Associate Consultant in Pune

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

5.0

• posted on 01 Oct 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant is the best organisation in terms of working, learning and development but poor part is Salary increment is very less and promotions almost not getting

Skill development - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

Existing employee didn't get the upto mark salary and promotion.

Salary - Poor

+1 more

Team Lead in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

2.0

• posted on 18 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing to like.. only thing is atleast you will get your salary on time

Dislikes

Everything… Salary, company culture , appraisal nothing is there… do not even provide relocation charges for company initiated relocations!!! One of the worst place to work

Salary - Bad

+5 more

Team Lead in Mumbai (working remotely)

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

2.0

• posted on 08 Mar 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

They give good package while joining

Dislikes

Their talent supply team is useless. When you are on bench, they won't contact you or try to place you in some project. It becomes completely your responsibility to search a project for yourself

Skill development - Bad

+3 more

Team Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Oct 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Salary & Benefits are poor, Not up to the expectations. No work life balance. 10 hrs working + min 1hrs to max 2hrs travelling for one side, i.e 14hrs approx gone only for company. 10hrs personal life :(

Salary - Poor

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Cognizant HR and IT Recruiter Salary FAQs

What is the salary of HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹NaN Lakhs per year. HR and IT Recruiter 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 8 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹27,380 to ₹28,783 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 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 8 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 HR and IT Recruiter in India?

Tech Mahindra	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹5.2 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹5.0 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 HR and IT Recruiter in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

The salary of a HR and IT Recruiter at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCL Group	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.4 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 HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant in India?

The salary growth for a HR and IT Recruiter at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a HR and IT Recruiter can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹3.7 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant HR and IT Recruiter salary in India ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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