Cognizant Chennai Lead Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 13 years exp.

₹6.4 Lakhs - ₹20.4 Lakhs

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18% more than the average Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 13 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Lead Salary 3 - 12 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹7.3 L/yr - ₹23.4 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Lead Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Lead Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Lead Salary 11 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14.6 L/yr - ₹19.1 L/yr
Finance & Accounting Lead Salary 10 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.5 L/yr - ₹18.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 24 Feb 2025

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Cognizant Lead Salary

3 - 13 years exp. (22 salaries)

₹6.4 L/yr - ₹20.4 L/yr

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Infosys Lead Salary 8 - 13 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr 10% less	63 job openings
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Wipro Lead Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (26 salaries)	₹15.9 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr 6% more	15 job openings
HCLTech Lead Salary 4 - 14 years exp. (57 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹17.1 L/yr 38% less
Tech Mahindra Lead Salary 10 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr 32% more	8 job openings
Accenture Lead Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 5% less	2 job openings
Capgemini Lead Salary 7 - 13 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr 42% less	5 job openings
IBM Lead Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (131 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr 62% less	2 job openings
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre Lead Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (61 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr 14% less	1 job opening
HCL Group Lead Salary 4 - 11 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 43% less
DXC Technology Lead Salary 13 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 20% less
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Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹20.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 22 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 24 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7 L/yr - ₹21.3 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.3 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr
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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹23.9 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.6 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.3 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
8 years (3 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
9 years (4 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹29.3 L/yr
10 years (4 salaries)	₹6.8 L/yr - ₹30.7 L/yr
11 years (4 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
12 years (4 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹33.4 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Lead

Project Management Java Knowledge Management Delivery Management Visualforce

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

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

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Promotions - Poor

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary is lower compared to other firms.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...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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Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Nov 2024

2.0

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Likes

Stability is good. Though in the ongoing global recession, many of my co-workers had to leave projects because of project ramp down and did not get any other projects. Instead of recruiting employees from bench in other projects they are hiring more from people outside.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

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Appraisal is bad. So joining with low salary does not help much in the long run, better to switch.

Salary - Poor

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Cognizant Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Lead at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹20.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Lead in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹20.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹36.0 Lakhs per year. Lead 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 20+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,08,912 to ₹1,11,922 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹20.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 13 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 20+ 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 at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

- Project Management
- Java
- Knowledge Management
- Delivery Management
- Visualforce

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 in India?

Tech Mahindra	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹15.9 Lakhs to ₹24.0 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 in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Accenture	₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹16.1 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 at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹21.3 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹23.9 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹12.6 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Lead salary in Chennai ranges between ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹20.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 22 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.