Cognizant Lead Administrator Salaries by 80+ Employees (Updated 2025)

8 - 14 years exp.

₹10 Lakhs - ₹22 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (96%)

₹16.4 Lakhs

Variable (4%)

₹0.7 Lakh

At par with the average Lead Administrator Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 8 - 14 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA Lead Administrator Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (37 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
IT & Information Security Lead Administrator Salary 8 - 11 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹11 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Lead Administrator Salary 8 - 13 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
Consulting Lead Administrator Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹18.2 L/yr
Project & Program Management Lead Administrator Salary 9 - 11 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹18 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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Last Updated: 22 Feb 2025

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UST Lead Administrator Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹28.1 L/yr 21% more
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Atos Lead Administrator Salary 6 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr 10% more
HCLTech Lead Administrator Salary 4 - 11 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹9.9 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr 27% less
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Capgemini Lead Administrator Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr 36% less

Lead Administrator salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹10 Lakhs to ₹22 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 81 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead Administrator salaries

Last Updated: 22 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (12 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
9 years (17 salaries)	₹10.5 L/yr - ₹20.7 L/yr
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10 years (11 salaries)	₹11.7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
11 years (13 salaries)	₹14.1 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
12 years (12 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr
13 years (8 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
14 years (8 salaries)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Lead Administrator

Project Management SAP HANA Project Planning SAP Basis Administration System Architecture SAP ABAP Data Integrity Program Management Business Operations Monitoring Change Management Performance Tuning System Administration Sales Support Resource Planning

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Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

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.

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.

Job security - Poor

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Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

Consulting Department

2.0

• posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0

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Likes

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

Dislikes

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Skill development - Poor

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

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

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Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

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

Salary - Poor

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Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

4.0

• posted on 30 Jan 2025

4.0

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...fications. Also 50% reimbursement for other certifications related to your role. Salary is average, but not much competitive. Culture Depends on the project based on my 3 projects 1. Good 2. Great 3. Worst

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Dislikes

Job security depends on situations. Few of my friends were in bench for more than 6 months, happily receiving salary without joining any project. While one of my friend was dismissed from cognizant because of not reporting to office during bench time. It all depends on the lead., my last project lead is a good man but a bad lead, he is new to cognizant as well. He doesn't even hear your suggestions and made me lose 3 months of night shift allowances worth 18,000

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Cognizant Lead Administrator Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Administrator at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Lead Administrator at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Lead Administrator at Cognizant earn more than ₹19.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹21.8 Lakhs per year. Lead Administrator 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 80+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Administrator at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Administrator at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,15,965 to ₹1,19,203 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 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 80+ 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 Lead Administrator at Cognizant ?

To be a Lead Administrator at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Project Management
- SAP HANA
- Project Planning
- SAP Basis Administration
- System Architecture

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 Lead Administrator in India?

Tech Mahindra	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹28.1 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 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 Lead Administrator in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

TCS	₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹17.9 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 Lead Administrator at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹20.7 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹11.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹14.1 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Lead Administrator salary in India ranges between ₹10 Lakhs to ₹22 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 81 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.