Cognizant Junior Java Developer Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 3 years exp.

₹2.8 Lakhs - ₹9.6 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

52% more than the average Junior Java Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 3 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Junior Java Developer Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Junior Java Developer Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹5.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

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HCL Group Junior Java Developer Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr 31% less
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Junior Java Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 3 years. Salary estimates are based on 33 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Junior Java Developer salaries

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (4 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year (14 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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2 years (11 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
3 years (4 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Junior Java Developer

Java Spring Boot Microservices

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Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

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3.0

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Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

Salary - Good

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Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

Skill development - Poor

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• posted on 22 Jan 2025

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Depends on your home manager, some are really supportive. 5-6 hours required from office (depends on the project), rest can be done from home, udemy access, cloud certifications

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Salary is too low, only ceo earns good money, exploiting freshers and playing with their careers. They don't have many projects, so most of the time people will be on bench. Promotions are delayed/cancelled based on their convenience citing reasons like utilization is less (common sense- it is less because the company has less projects). Promotions criteria are increased if you satisfy previous required criteria. Hikes are less than peanuts. Company culture is bad, no festival celebration nothing. Work-life balance depends on the project; if you have a project, then you're overloaded with work and if you don't, you're overloaded with stress as they can terminate you anyday. FEW OF THE LATERAL HIREES ARE PUT ON BENCH AND LATER TERMINATED AFTER 6 MONTHS. JOIN ONLY IF YOU WANT TO WASTE YOUR TIME AND CAREER.

Salary - Bad

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Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

Dislikes

Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

Salary - Poor

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Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

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Likes

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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

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3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

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Cognizant Junior Java Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Junior Java Developer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Junior Java Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 3 years).

The top 10% of Junior Java Developer at Cognizant earn more than ₹8.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.6 Lakhs per year. Junior 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 30+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Junior Java Developer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Junior Java Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹39,757 to ₹40,926 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 3 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 30+ 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 Junior Java Developer at Cognizant ?

To be a Junior Java Developer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Java
- Spring Boot
- 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 Junior Java Developer in India?

LTIMindtree	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 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 Junior Java Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Accenture	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 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 Junior Java Developer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Junior Java Developer salary in India ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 33 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.