Cognizant Chennai HR Executive Salaries by 200+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 13 years exp.

₹2.9 Lakhs - ₹11 Lakhs

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92% more than the average HR Executive Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 13 years of experience

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Human Resources HR Executive Salary 2 - 13 years exp. (200 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
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Customer Success, Service & Operations HR Executive Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

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Cognizant HR Executive Salary

2 - 13 years exp. (248 salaries)

₹2.9 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Accenture HR Executive Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 33% less
Capgemini HR Executive Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr 46% less
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NielsenIQ HR Executive Salary 2 - 10 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.7 L/yr 17% more
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HR Executive salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹11 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 248 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant HR Executive salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (9 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
3 years (16 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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4 years (17 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
5 years (25 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
6 years (26 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr
7 years (25 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr
8 years (33 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
9 years (25 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
10 years (38 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr
11 years (16 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
12 years (14 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
13 years (4 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.8

Rated by 23 employees for salary & benefits

HR Executive in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Gurgaon

Intern

Administration & Facilities Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Jul 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I am interested in working at Cognizant because it is a leading global provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. I believe that working at Cognizant would give me the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the IT industry. Good luck with your Interview at Cognizant.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

...ced high employee attrition that increased from 10% in 2019 to over 30% in 2021. This was due to several factors, including layoffs under the CEO's cost-cutting plan, a merit-based pay system, and increased demand for niche digital skills.

Junior HR Executive in Kochi

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Jan 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing, meets zero expectations. Made work like hell even during my maternity journey 24 hrs and with pretty worst monetary benefit. There was no work life balance and also I was forced to resign with no other option saying you cannot continue with your old role or team a month back when I was just about to join after ML.

Dislikes

Poor work-life balance, no salary hike, no benefits, no proper ratings, general shift has no timings it is round the clock.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Senior HR Executive in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Human Resources Department

3.0

• posted on 14 Jun 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...ules and regulations-Ethical practices Leaves compared to other IT companies Pay Work location flexibility

Salary - Good

Dislikes

Work culture is bad No scope for learning for Bschool students Non billable roles have no value in organisation Mixed up hierarchy structure

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

Senior HR Coordinator in Coimbatore

HR shared services Department

3.0

• posted on 29 Apr 2021

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is good and job security is also fine for low grade positions

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

No respect for the employees who working years for cognizant ..no salary hike or promotion for them .... new joiners salary is far better than that. Management not even worry about the issues raised against the salary.

Salary - Poor

+2 more

HR Recruiter (working remotely)

Contractual

Human Resources Department

1.0

• posted on 18 Jul 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing except the fact that salary comes in time.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Everything. Huge pressure, no work life balance, they will treat you worse than dogs. Everything is wfh so no break. Eat, sleep, repeat with your laptop on

Salary - Poor

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Cognizant HR Executive Salary FAQs

What is the salary of HR Executive at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a HR Executive at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of HR Executive in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹8.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.5 Lakhs per year. HR Executive 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 200+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a HR Executive at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a HR Executive at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹52,949 to ₹54,266 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 13 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 200+ 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 in India?

NielsenIQ

₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹9.7 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 in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

TCS	₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹10.1 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.3 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 at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant HR Executive salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹11 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 248 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.