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Cognizant IT Manager salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
12 - 16 years exp.
₹14.3 Lakhs - ₹31 Lakhs
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69% more than the average IT Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 12 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
IT Manager Salary
12 - 16 years exp. (17 salaries)
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₹17 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
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13 - 16 years exp. (6 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹23.8 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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13 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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14 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹15.1 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

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2 - 13 years exp. (91 salaries)

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9 - 20 years exp. (53 salaries)

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₹11.8 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr

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9 - 17 years exp. (39 salaries)

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7 - 16 years exp. (35 salaries)

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₹6.7 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr

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7 - 19 years exp. (26 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹29.7 L/yr

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6 - 24 years exp. (25 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr

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IBM IT Manager Salary

3 - 25 years exp. (21 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹22.2 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. IT Manager Salary

9 - 12 years exp. (9 salaries)

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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹14.2 L/yr

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NTT IT Manager Salary

4 - 13 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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DXC Technology IT Manager Salary

9 - 19 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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NTT Data IT Manager Salary

6 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹12 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr

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HCL Infosystems IT Manager Salary

11 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹16 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

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UST IT Manager Salary

8 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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Atos IT Manager Salary

16 - 23 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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Tata Group IT Manager Salary

12 - 18 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹12 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr

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Concentrix Catalyst IT Manager Salary

10 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹15.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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IT Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹31 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 48 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant IT Manager salaries

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
12 years  (14 salaries)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹29.5 L/yr
13 years  (10 salaries)

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₹14.3 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
14 years  (9 salaries)

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₹15.1 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr
15+ years  (15 salaries)

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₹16.5 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for IT Manager

IT Infrastructure IT Management RFP Project Planning Project Management Business Development Project Administration Relationship Management Networking ITIL PPM Solutioning Effort Estimation LI IT Management

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.6

Rated by 5 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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  • Job security - Poor
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Consulting Department

2.0
  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

Dislikes

1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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Likes

CTS provides a good work life balance and decent salary. All other things depends on the type of project which you got.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

As a fresher you will be getting support projects , so be aware before choosing any project.

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IT & Information Security Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0
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Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

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  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

4.0
  •  posted on 30 Jan 2025

4.0
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Likes

...fications. Also 50% reimbursement for other certifications related to your role. Salary is average, but not much competitive. Culture Depends on the project based on my 3 projects 1. Good 2. Great 3. Worst

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Job security depends on situations. Few of my friends were in bench for more than 6 months, happily receiving salary without joining any project. While one of my friend was dismissed from cognizant because of not reporting to office during bench time. It all depends on the lead., my last project lead is a good man but a bad lead, he is new to cognizant as well. He doesn't even hear your suggestions and made me lose 3 months of night shift allowances worth 18,000

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Cognizant IT Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of IT Manager at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a IT Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of IT Manager at Cognizant earn more than ₹29.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹31.0 Lakhs per year. IT Manager 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 40+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a IT Manager at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a IT Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,50,603 to ₹1,56,276 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 16 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 40+ 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 IT Manager at Cognizant ?
To be a IT Manager at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - IT Infrastructure
  • - IT Management
  • - RFP
  • - Project Planning
  • - Project Management

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 IT Manager in India?
Tata Group ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹38.0 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 Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a IT Manager at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Capgemini ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹29.7 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst ₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 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 IT Manager at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a IT Manager at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a IT Manager can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
12 years ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year
13 years ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
14 years ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year
15 years ₹16.5 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant IT Manager salary in India ranges between ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹31 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 48 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.