Cognizant Kolkata Intern Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 1 year exp.

₹1 Lakh - ₹7.3 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

13% more than the average Intern Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 1 year of experience

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Last Updated: 6 Feb 2025

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Cognizant Intern Salary

0 - 1 year exp. (23 salaries)

₹1 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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TCS Intern Salary 0 - 1 year exp. (3 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹2.7 L/yr 36% less
HighRadius Intern Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr 47% less
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Ernst & Young Intern Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 20% more	7 job openings
Karnavat & Co. Intern Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹0.6 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr 56% less
LTIMindtree Intern Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr 19% less

Intern salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience. Salary estimates are based on 23 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Intern salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 6 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (20 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
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1 year (3 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Intern

International Voice Process voice process international bpo international voice customer support

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.9

Rated by 15 employees for salary & benefits

Intern in Pune

Intern

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Oct 2020

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

It is very good to work here...I got lucky a good domain that is AI and analytics..seniors are helpful and awesome training lots of learning here

Skill development - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

It's platform where they take test ..it is very undeveloped ...some managers annoying and not helpful also monthly salary is pretty low ...but since they gave work from home so it is enough for me ..

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

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

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.

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Cognizant Intern Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 1 year).

The top 10% of Intern in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹4.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.6 Lakhs per year. Intern 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 Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹28,384 to ₹29,772 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 1 year.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 Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata?

To be a Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- International Voice Process
- voice process
- international bpo
- international voice
- customer support

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 Intern in India?

Ernst & Young

₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 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 Intern in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

LTIMindtree	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹2.7 Lakhs per year
HighRadius	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹2.2 Lakhs per year
Karnavat & Co.	₹0.6 Lakhs to ₹2.2 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 Intern at Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Intern salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹7.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 23 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.