Cognizant Lead Architect Salaries by 90+ Employees (Updated 2025)

11 - 17 years exp.

₹13.5 Lakhs - ₹29.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

40% less than the average Lead Architect Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 11 - 17 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Lead Architect Salary 11 - 17 years exp. (75 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹29.5 L/yr
Project & Program Management Lead Architect Salary 12 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹21.7 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Lead Architect Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹16.5 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

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Atos Lead Architect Salary 10 - 20 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹26 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 28% more
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UST Lead Architect Salary 8 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 26% more
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Lead Architect salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 11 years to 17 years. Salary estimates are based on 92 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead Architect salaries

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
11 years (10 salaries)	₹15.4 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
12 years (18 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
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13 years (10 salaries)	₹14.7 L/yr - ₹26.2 L/yr
14 years (20 salaries)	₹14.1 L/yr - ₹29.5 L/yr
15+ years (34 salaries)	₹16.3 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

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14 - 21 years exp.

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Salesforce Campaign Management Inventory Management Contract Management Order Management

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Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Principal Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 24 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Lots of project, so job security is there. Work-life balance (again depends on the client and project).

Skill development - Good

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Dislikes

Extra benefits like (insurance and term insurance etc are not up to standard.) Salary hike is very less.

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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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.

Salary - Good

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

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

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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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Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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MNC benefits.

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...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

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Solution Architect in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 02 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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provide good learning and upskilling platform

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...ry pro Tamilian culture. if you are tamil then you get 1st chance for promotion. Salary structure not upto the mark like another MNC, So you can't save more tax

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Cognizant Lead Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Architect at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Lead Architect at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 11 years to 17 years).

The top 10% of Lead Architect at Cognizant earn more than ₹26.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹29.3 Lakhs per year. Lead Architect 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 90+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Architect at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,42,623 to ₹1,47,935 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 11 years to 17 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 90+ 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 Architect at Cognizant ?

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

- Salesforce
- Campaign Management
- Inventory Management
- Contract Management
- Order Management

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 Architect in India?

IBM	₹18.7 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹28.5 Lakhs to ₹36.3 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹21.5 Lakhs to ₹45.0 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 Architect in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

TCS	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹51.4 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹27.4 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 Architect at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
11 years	₹15.4 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹14.7 Lakhs to ₹26.2 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹14.1 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Lead Architect salary in India ranges between ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 92 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.