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Cognizant Java Programmer salaries in India

Annual salary range
0 - 5 years exp.
₹2.9 Lakhs - ₹8.7 Lakhs
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14% more than the average Java Programmer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 5 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Java Programmer Salary
0 - 5 years exp. (44 salaries)
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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Java Programmer Salary
1 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr

Construction & Site Engineering
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2 - 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 5 Jan 2024

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Java Programmer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 69 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Java Programmer salaries

Last Updated: 5 Jan 2024

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Fresher  (8 salaries)

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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year  (11 salaries)

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₹2.9 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr
2 years  (18 salaries)

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr
3 years  (14 salaries)

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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
4 years  (11 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr
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Cognizant Java Programmer Salary and Career Growth

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    Senior Software Engineer 2 - 13 years exp.
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    Top skills at Cognizant for Java Programmer

    Java Spring Boot Microservices Web Services Programming Data Structures Kafka MongoDB Web Technologies Drools Algorithms

    Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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    Rated by 8 employees for salary & benefits

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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      •  posted on 20 Mar 2025

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    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

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    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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      •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

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

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    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

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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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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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      •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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

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    IT & Information Security Department

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      •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

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    We can get free online portal like udemy.

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

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    Cognizant Java Programmer Salary FAQs

    What is the salary of Java Programmer at Cognizant ?
    The average salary of a Java Programmer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 5 years).

    The top 10% of Java Programmer at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.6 Lakhs per year. Java Programmer 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 60+ Cognizant employees in India.
    What is the estimated take home salary of a Java Programmer at Cognizant in India?
    The estimated take-home salary of a Java Programmer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹42,395 to ₹43,525 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 5 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 60+ 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 Programmer at Cognizant ?
    To be a Java Programmer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

    • - Java
    • - Spring Boot
    • - Microservices
    • - Web Services
    • - Programming

    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 Programmer in India?
    Tech Mahindra ₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
    DXC Technology ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year
    HCL Group ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
    Infosys ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
    Capgemini ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹10.5 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 Programmer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
    The salary of a Java Programmer at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

    Accenture ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year
    HCLTech ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year
    TCS ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
    IBM ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹4.7 Lakhs per year
    Wipro ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹3.0 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 Programmer at Cognizant in India?
    The salary growth for a Java Programmer at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Java Programmer can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

    Experience Average Salary Range
    Fresher ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
    1 year ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹8.6 Lakhs per year
    2 years ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
    3 years ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
    and so on.

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    Cognizant Java Programmer salary in India ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 69 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.