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Cognizant Lead Analyst salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
5 - 12 years exp.
₹6.8 Lakhs - ₹27 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹15 Lakhs
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₹0.5 Lakh
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5 - 12 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹7.4 L/yr - ₹13.2 L/yr

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9 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹19.5 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹17.4 L/yr

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3 - 11 years exp. (15 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

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0 - 11 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr

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6 - 9 years exp. (7 salaries)

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₹7.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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9 - 12 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr

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0 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹22.7 L/yr

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Lead Analyst salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹27 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 15 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Lead Analyst salaries

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
5 years  (3 salaries)

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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
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₹7.4 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
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₹7.4 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr
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₹8.2 L/yr - ₹28.1 L/yr
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₹6.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Lead Analyst

UAT Project Management Project Planning Record to Report Waterfall SDLC Agile Waterfall MS Visio Execution Quality Assurance Accounting Knowledge Management Metrics Functional Testing

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0
  •  posted on 11 Mar 2025

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Salary credited on time. Two way cab. Large campus. Once in 6 months we use to go to trip to nearby places.

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Dislikes

No work life balance. Constant pressure to meet targets. Worked overtime without any additional payment. Leads will put you on PIP if you don't meet the targets.

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  • Skill development - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  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

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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Marketing & Communication Department

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  •  posted on 15 Feb 2025

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Nothing

Dislikes

No promotion, no salary increments in 2+4 years, managers/TL are use less, never gives Overtime salary as promised no leaves are approved more than 2 days in a month no matter how urgent it is. Also they talk to u as a salves and if u get an opportunity to work somewhere with higher salary they will file a legal action and ask u money

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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  •  posted on 13 Feb 2025

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The company is known for its emphasis on continuous learning and development, offering employees plenty of opportunities to grow and advance in their careers. Additionally, Cognizant is involved in various innovative projects across different industries, which can be exciting and rewarding for those who enjoy tackling complex challenges and contributing to transformative solutions.

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Dislikes

The work-life balance could be better, Salary growth and increments could be substantial, Promotion that is not always on merit list, Senior Management communication and support from leadership should be better.

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Sales & Business Development Department

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  •  posted on 11 Feb 2025

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Job security Skill development Good allowances Good cab service

  • Skill development - Excellent
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10 hours shift Salary Company culture Rude management Politics Specially that manager of imagery surya is total partial racist guy and under that kiran tl is so rude act like a teacher because of that management I left cognizant

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Cognizant Lead Analyst Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Analyst at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Lead Analyst at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Lead Analyst at Cognizant earn more than ₹24.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹28.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Analyst 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Analyst at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Analyst at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,06,235 to ₹1,09,158 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 12 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 10+ 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 Analyst at Cognizant ?
To be a Lead Analyst at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - UAT
  • - Project Management
  • - Project Planning
  • - Record to Report
  • - Waterfall

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 Analyst in India?
Koch Business Solutions ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹22.7 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹14.9 Lakhs to ₹27.1 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 Analyst in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Lead Analyst at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Infosys ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹22.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹22.2 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹19.3 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 Analyst at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Lead Analyst at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Analyst can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
5 years ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹7.4 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹7.4 Lakhs to ₹27.6 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹28.1 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Lead Analyst salary in India ranges between ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹27 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 15 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.