Cognizant HR Executive and Team Lead Salaries by 7 Employees (Updated 2025)

8 - 12 years exp.

₹6 Lakhs - ₹7.5 Lakhs

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78% more than the average HR Executive and Team Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 8 - 12 years of experience

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Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

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HR Executive and Team Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant HR Executive and Team Lead salaries

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹12.4 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
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10 years (3 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.8 L/yr - ₹12.7 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

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.

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Nov 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Stability is good. Though in the ongoing global recession, many of my co-workers had to leave projects because of project ramp down and did not get any other projects. Instead of recruiting employees from bench in other projects they are hiring more from people outside.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Appraisal is bad. So joining with low salary does not help much in the long run, better to switch.

Salary - Poor

+1 more

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Nov 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Long term projects but mainly support projects. Flexible work timings On time salary and some increment every year Scope to show case your skills

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Every time you have search for the projects once your current project ramp down

Job security - Poor

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Cognizant HR Executive and Team Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of HR Executive and Team Lead at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a HR Executive and Team Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of HR Executive and Team Lead at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.5 Lakhs per year. HR Executive and Team Lead 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 7 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a HR Executive and Team Lead at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a HR Executive and Team Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹52,386 to ₹53,688 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 12 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 7 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 Executive and Team Lead in India?

Accenture

₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 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 Executive and Team Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

TCS	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 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 HR Executive and Team Lead at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant HR Executive and Team Lead salary in India ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 7 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.