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Cognizant Instructional Designer salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 8 years exp.
₹2.9 Lakhs - ₹12.2 Lakhs
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8% less than the average Instructional Designer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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Content, Editorial & Journalism
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1 - 8 years exp. (19 salaries)
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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹11.4 L/yr

UX, Design & Architecture
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1 - 4 years exp. (6 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr

Teaching & Training
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1 - 5 years exp. (6 salaries)
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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4 - 8 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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2 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr

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Infosys Instructional Designer Salary

1 - 8 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr

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Wipro Instructional Designer Salary

2 - 8 years exp. (19 salaries)

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr

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Accenture Instructional Designer Salary

1 - 9 years exp. (123 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr

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IBM Instructional Designer Salary

2 - 9 years exp. (15 salaries)

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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr

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Capgemini Instructional Designer Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (18 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Instructional Designer Salary

0 - 15 years exp. (15 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

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HCLTech Instructional Designer Salary

5 - 11 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr

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Genpact Instructional Designer Salary

2 - 9 years exp. (16 salaries)

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Dell EMC Instructional Designer Salary

3 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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Atos Instructional Designer Salary

5 - 6 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr

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LTIMindtree Instructional Designer Salary

8 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Instructional Designer Salary

3 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

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Instructional Designer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 58 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Instructional Designer salaries

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
1 year  (9 salaries)

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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr
2 years  (15 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr
3 years  (7 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr
4 years  (10 salaries)

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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr
5 years  (6 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Instructional Designer

Instructional Design Storyboarding Captivate Content Development Technical Writing Copy Writing E - learning LMS Content Writing Process design Snagit Mass Communication Presales English Literature RFPS

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.5

Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0
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Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

  • Skill development - Poor
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Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0
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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

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  • Work satisfaction - Good
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Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0
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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.

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

  • Promotions - Poor

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 18 Dec 2024

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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.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 13 Dec 2024

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MNC benefits.

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...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

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Cognizant Instructional Designer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Instructional Designer at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Instructional Designer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Instructional Designer at Cognizant earn more than ₹9.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.5 Lakhs per year. Instructional Designer 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 50+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Instructional Designer at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Instructional Designer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹52,667 to ₹53,907 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 8 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 50+ 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 Instructional Designer at Cognizant ?
To be a Instructional Designer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Instructional Design
  • - Storyboarding
  • - Captivate
  • - Content Development
  • - Technical Writing

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 Instructional Designer in India?
LTIMindtree ₹10.8 Lakhs to ₹13.8 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹14.6 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 Instructional Designer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Instructional Designer at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹14.6 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹11.1 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 Instructional Designer at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Instructional Designer at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Instructional Designer can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Instructional Designer salary in India ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 58 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.