Cognizant Noida IT Manager Salaries by 4 Employees (Updated 2025)

12 - 14 years exp.

₹17 Lakhs - ₹27.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

79% more than the average IT Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 12 - 14 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA IT Manager Salary 12 - 13 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17 L/yr - ₹23.8 L/yr
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IT & Information Security IT Manager Salary 14 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 2 Mar 2025

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Cognizant IT Manager Salary

12 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)

₹17 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr

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HCLTech IT Manager Salary 8 - 16 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹9.6 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr 28% less
Genpact IT Manager Salary 10 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr 17% less
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TCS IT Manager Salary 2 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr 71% less
HCL Infosystems IT Manager Salary 11 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr 30% less
NTT DATA, Inc. IT Manager Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr 44% less
Capgemini IT Manager Salary 11 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 15% less

IT Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹17 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant IT Manager salaries in Noida

Last Updated: 2 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17 L/yr - ₹39.8 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17 L/yr - ₹40.9 L/yr
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14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.3 L/yr - ₹27.5 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

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

Software Developer in Chennai

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

1.0

• posted on 27 Dec 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

No hike, no job security, no skill development, no easy transportation.even if you learn new technologies they will ask for experience and make you work in technology which you already know.if you do "jing jack" you will get everything else you will be cornered and make you to think resigning is best than staying there

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary is lower compared to other firms.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...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.

Salary - Poor

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What is the salary of IT Manager at Cognizant in Noida?

The average salary of a IT Manager at Cognizant in Noida typically ranges from ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of IT Manager in Noida at Cognizant earn more than ₹27.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹27.5 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a IT Manager at Cognizant in Noida?

The estimated take-home salary of a IT Manager at Cognizant in Noida typically ranges from ₹1,49,327 to ₹1,54,943 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 14 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.

What are the key skills required to be a IT Manager at Cognizant in Noida?

To be a IT Manager at Cognizant in Noida, 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.

What is the salary of a IT Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in Noida?

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

Capgemini	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹9.6 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Infosystems	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc.	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹13.5 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 Noida?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹39.8 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹40.9 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant IT Manager salary in Noida ranges between ₹17 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.