Cognizant IT Helpdesk Executive Salaries by 4 Employees

1 - 8 years exp.

₹1.9 Lakh - ₹5.3 Lakhs

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10% less than the average IT Helpdesk Executive Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 4 - 8 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr
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Construction & Site Engineering IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2023

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TCS IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹4.9 L/yr 5% more
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HCLTech IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr 69% more
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Capgemini IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr 127% more
IBM IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr 11% more
NTT Data IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr 49% more
DXC Technology IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr 20% more
HCL Infosystems IT Helpdesk Executive Salary 4 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr 8% more

IT Helpdesk Executive salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.9 Lakh to ₹5.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant IT Helpdesk Executive salaries

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr
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4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr

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Processing Executive in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Marketing & Communication Department

1.0

• posted on 15 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

No promotion, no salary increments in 2+4 years, managers/TL are use less, never gives Overtime salary as promised no leaves are approved more than 2 days in a month no matter how urgent it is. Also they talk to u as a salves and if u get an opportunity to work somewhere with higher salary they will file a legal action and ask u money

Salary - Bad

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Senior Process Associate in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The company is known for its emphasis on continuous learning and development, offering employees plenty of opportunities to grow and advance in their careers. Additionally, Cognizant is involved in various innovative projects across different industries, which can be exciting and rewarding for those who enjoy tackling complex challenges and contributing to transformative solutions.

Dislikes

The work-life balance could be better, Salary growth and increments could be substantial, Promotion that is not always on merit list, Senior Management communication and support from leadership should be better.

Skill development - Poor

+4 more

Senior Processing Executive in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

2.0

• posted on 11 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security Skill development Good allowances Good cab service

Skill development - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

10 hours shift Salary Company culture Rude management Politics Specially that manager of imagery surya is total partial racist guy and under that kiran tl is so rude act like a teacher because of that management I left cognizant

Salary - Bad

+2 more

Senior Process Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

3.0

• posted on 03 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing to say much

Work satisfaction - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Management and promotions are based on favaourism and very poor in salary hike and mainly without discussion with employees management gives us performance rating and apart from work there is no other activity today like no outings team lunch and other fun activities

Salary - Bad

+3 more

Processing Executive in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

2.0

• posted on 01 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security is good here. Your process gets change only if you are unable to perform well in any manager expectations. Skill development totally depends on the team leader but I'm sure everyone can show off or polish their skills here.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

...fe balance. HR is so rude when you asks for work from home in serious situation. Salary is too less for the work. Promotions are fixed even if you perform better you only get promoted after a certain time that also depend on your team lead likings.

Salary - Poor

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Cognizant IT Helpdesk Executive Salary FAQs

What is the salary of IT Helpdesk Executive at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a IT Helpdesk Executive at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹5.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of IT Helpdesk Executive at Cognizant earn more than ₹5.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹NaN Lakhs per year. IT Helpdesk 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a IT Helpdesk Executive at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a IT Helpdesk Executive at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹19,490 to ₹21,161 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹5.3 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 4 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 IT Helpdesk Executive in India?

Capgemini	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹5.3 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 IT Helpdesk Executive in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

DXC Technology	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹4.2 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹3.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Infosystems	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.8 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹4.9 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹2.7 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 IT Helpdesk Executive at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹2.2 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹2.2 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹2.2 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹6.1 Lakhs per year

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