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Cognizant Java Developer salaries in Kolkata (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 6 years exp.
₹3.5 Lakhs - ₹15.1 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹7.4 Lakhs
Variable (5%)
₹0.4 Lakh
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29% more than the average Java Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 6 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA
Java Developer Salary
0 - 6 years exp. (59 salaries)
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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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2 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

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Java Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 79 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Java Developer salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

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Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹1 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
1 year  (3 salaries)

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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
2 years  (29 salaries)

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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr
3 years  (18 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
4 years  (13 salaries)

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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
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Cognizant Java Developer Salary and Career Growth

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Senior Software Engineer

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2 - 13 years exp.

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Top skills at Cognizant for Java Developer

Java Spring Boot Microservices Java Microservices Hibernate Java Spring Boot Core Java Spring AWS Angular AWS Spring Boot Kafka Web Services

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  posted on 28 Dec 2021

3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work culture.Company policies are good.Appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus everyear.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

There is a lot of politics and the management doesn't address our issues.Salary is decent but career growth is slow.There is a bond of 2 years before which you cannot resign.

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  • Work satisfaction - Poor

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 27 Aug 2018

2.0
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Likes

The brand name is well recognized when you move out of the company other than that I don't think anything is positive.

Dislikes

Compensation for the employees is very poor which is why most of employees tend to move out. Politics is a fashion in most of the accounts and we cannot do anything about it.

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  • Salary - Poor
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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

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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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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 17 Mar 2025

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Despite the fact that cognizant is not directly involved, the management team is the worst because I had a bad rating once and spoke with my HR about it. She said that it was illogical to claim to be able to speak Hindi, and they do not care about employees. While some employees are excellent, favoritism is a non-issue in the Kolkata office. I will not receive any better senior support that would help me start from scratch.

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  • Skill development - Good

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...a result, you will be highly appreciated with a very bad rating and feedback. 5. salary is very low and there is no hike or promotion if you are not favourite candidate of your manager

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  • Salary - Bad
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Cognizant Java Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The average salary of a Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Java Developer in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹11.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹18.3 Lakhs per year. Java Developer 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 70+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The estimated take-home salary of a Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹57,804 to ₹59,259 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 6 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 70+ 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 Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
To be a Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

  • - Java
  • - Spring Boot
  • - Microservices
  • - Java
  • - Microservices

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 Java Developer in India?
IBM ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹16.7 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 Java Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary of a Java Developer at companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Infosys ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year
Infocus Technologies ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary growth for a Java Developer at Cognizant in Kolkata depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Java Developer in Kolkata can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Java Developer salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 79 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.