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Cognizant Salaries in Kolkata (Updated 2025)

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Programmer Analyst

0 - 8 years exp. · Kolkata (5.7k salaries)
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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr

Senior Associate

3 - 15 years exp. · Kolkata (4.1k salaries)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

Technical Lead

2 - 15 years exp. · Kolkata (1.5k salaries)
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

Project Associate

2 - 9 years exp. · Kolkata (1.4k salaries)
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₹5.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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Senior Processing Executive

0 - 8 years exp. · Kolkata (1.1k salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

Project Manager

8 - 20 years exp. · Kolkata (906 salaries)
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₹13 L/yr - ₹40.2 L/yr

Senior Systems Engineer

0 - 8 years exp. · Kolkata (795 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Software Engineer

0 - 7 years exp. · Kolkata (793 salaries)
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr

Programmer Analyst Trainee

0 - 2 years exp. · Kolkata (711 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

Senior Project Associate

4 - 14 years exp. · Kolkata (481 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

Junior Software Engineer

0 - 4 years exp. · Kolkata (466 salaries)
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr

Junior Data Analyst

1 - 6 years exp. · Kolkata (414 salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Senior Developer

2 - 12 years exp. · Kolkata (401 salaries)
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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹21.2 L/yr

Data Analyst

0 - 9 years exp. · Kolkata (323 salaries)
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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Team Lead

2 - 18 years exp. · Kolkata (309 salaries)
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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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Software Developer

0 - 9 years exp. · Kolkata (272 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr

Senior Process Associate

0 - 9 years exp. · Kolkata (232 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr

Test Analyst

1 - 8 years exp. · Kolkata (229 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Programmer

0 - 4 years exp. · Kolkata (211 salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

Product Specialist

2 - 8 years exp. · Kolkata (210 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 7 Apr, 2025

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I have the following offers and confused to choose one. Exp: 6.8 Java backend dev cognizant - 25 lpa (24 fixed) Epam - 28 fixed Citi - 30 fixed If i ask epam with citi offer they will increase their offer, but my question is that worth negotiating with them? Please give you suggestions. My Last working day is 31 March 2025.
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3.2

Rated by 4.3k employees for salary & benefits

Senior Systems Engineer in Kolkata

Full Time

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Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

1.0
  •  posted on 03 Apr 2025
1.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

The night shift allowance, 6th day allowance is better than some other organizations.

Dislikes

Many things, toxic office politics, unpaid overtime, over-the-top cost-cutting practices, slow growth, biased ratings, code of conduct malpractice, biased regionalism, fraudulent HR practices etc.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 17 Mar 2025
1.0
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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

Dislikes

...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
    • +4 more

Power BI Developer in Kolkata

Full Time

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Data Science & Analytics Department

3.0
  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025
3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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Cognizant has its challenges as a workplace. While there are learning opportunities, the work environment and work-life balance heavily depend on the project, which can make the experience unpredictable. Overall, it’s not the most rewarding place to work.

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  • Job security - Good

Dislikes

The salary is low, promotions take forever, and the work culture isn’t great. It really depends on the project, but overall, it’s not the best experience.

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  • Promotions - Poor

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

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IT & Information Security Department

1.0
  •  posted on 29 Jan 2025
1.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing to like about this company

Dislikes

0 work life balance Even if you live thousands of kms away they will drag you to come to office And forget about good salary or promotion Join this company only if you want to destroy your life and your mental health

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  • Salary - Bad
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Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 18 Jan 2025
2.0
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Likes

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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Cognizant Salary FAQs

How much does Cognizant pay to its employees?
The average annual salary at Cognizant varies depending on the role, experience, and location. The salary ranges for some popular designations at Cognizant, are as follows:

Programmer Analyst ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
Senior Associate ₹9 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs per year
Technical Lead ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year
Project Associate ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹18 Lakhs per year

The highest-paying role, Team Leader TL, earns between ₹1.8 Crore to ₹3 Crores per year. The top 10% of employees earn more than ₹19 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹33 Lakhs per year. 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 salary estimates are based on data from 39.9k salaries submitted by Cognizant employees. Cognizant is rated 3.2 out of 5 stars by its employees on the salary and benefits parameter.
What is the salary of a fresher at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary of a fresher at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹1 Lakh to ₹15 Lakhs per year.This can vary depending on the role, location, and any additional perks or bonuses offered. For example:
Fresher as a Programmer Analyst Trainee Salary ₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year
Fresher as a Processing Executive Salary ₹1 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
Fresher as a Programmer Analyst Salary ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹8 Lakhs per year
Fresher as a Trainee Programmer Salary ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year

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