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Cognizant Manual Tester salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 5 years exp.
₹1.7 Lakh - ₹8.7 Lakhs
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13% more than the average Manual Tester Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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1 - 5 years exp. (34 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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1 - 3 years exp. (6 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr

Quality Assurance
Manual Tester Salary
1 - 4 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Manual Tester Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (56 salaries)
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2 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5.7 L/yr

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4 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr

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Manual Tester salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.7 Lakh to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 56 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Manual Tester salaries in Chennai

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1 year  (17 salaries)

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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr
2 years  (20 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
3 years  (4 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
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₹4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
5 years  (8 salaries)

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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Manual Tester

Manual Testing API Testing Claims Test Cases Programming Automation Testing Test execution C Test Case Preparation C++ Java Selenium Testing Concepts Regression Testing Test scripts

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

5.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025
4.0
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Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

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

  • Skill development - Poor
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Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025
3.0
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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

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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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Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025
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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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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

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

  • Promotions - Poor

Associate Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 24 Dec 2024
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Good I like that there are good projects available. If you get that great you will get experience and knowledge.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

1. Salary and hikes are low. 2. Poor employee welfare activities, once a year they take you out for team lunch. If you missed then nothing, no gifts, abs nothing, saving so much money but gives back nothing.

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Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 28 Nov 2024
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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.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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Cognizant Manual Tester Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai?
The average salary of a Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 5 years).

The top 10% of Manual Tester in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.8 Lakhs per year. Manual Tester 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 50+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹36,960 to ₹38,171 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 5 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 50+ 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 Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai?
To be a Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Manual Testing
  • - API Testing
  • - Claims
  • - Test Cases
  • - Programming

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 Manual Tester in India?
UST ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.7 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 Manual Tester in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary of a Manual Tester at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Tech Mahindra ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹8.5 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 Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Manual Tester at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Manual Tester in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹5.1 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Manual Tester salary in Chennai ranges between ₹1.7 Lakh to ₹8.7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 56 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.