Cognizant Lead Consultant Manager Salaries by 4 Employees

10 - 16 years exp.

₹23.2 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs

Low Confidence

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (94%)

₹25.7 Lakhs

Variable (6%)

₹1.5 Lakh

11% more than the average Lead Consultant Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 10 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Lead Consultant Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23.2 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Lead Consultant Manager Salary 15 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23.4 L/yr - ₹28.6 L/yr

Last Updated: 15 Dec 2023

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Accenture Lead Consultant Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹12.7 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 33% less
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Capgemini Lead Consultant Manager Salary 14 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹17.5 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 20% less
Atos Lead Consultant Manager Salary 12 - 20 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹33.5 L/yr 7% less

Lead Consultant Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹23.2 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead Consultant Manager salaries

Last Updated: 15 Dec 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹26.6 L/yr - ₹33.9 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.9 L/yr - ₹26.7 L/yr
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15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25.2 L/yr - ₹32.2 L/yr

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

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• posted on 26 Jan 2025

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

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4.0

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Work satisfaction - Good

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Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

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If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

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The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

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Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

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Cognizant Lead Consultant Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Consultant Manager at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Lead Consultant Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹23.2 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Lead Consultant Manager at Cognizant earn more than ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Consultant Manager 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Consultant Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,70,007 to ₹1,76,557 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹23.2 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 16 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 4 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What is the salary of a Lead Consultant Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Wipro	₹22.7 Lakhs to ₹33.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.5 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹12.7 Lakhs to ₹32.0 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 Lead Consultant Manager at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹26.6 Lakhs to ₹33.9 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹20.9 Lakhs to ₹26.7 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹32.2 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Lead Consultant Manager salary in India ranges between ₹23.2 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.