Cognizant Chennai PMO Executive Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

6 - 14 years exp.

₹4.7 Lakhs - ₹10.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (95%)

₹7.6 Lakhs

Variable (5%)

₹0.4 Lakh

58% more than the average PMO Executive Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 - 14 years of experience

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Project & Program Management PMO Executive Salary 6 - 14 years exp. (40 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations PMO Executive Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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Finance & Accounting PMO Executive Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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Cognizant PMO Executive Salary

6 - 14 years exp. (75 salaries)

₹4.7 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

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HCLTech PMO Executive Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (120 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr 52% less
TCS PMO Executive Salary 2 - 12 years exp. (66 salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 46% less
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Wipro PMO Executive Salary 2 - 10 years exp. (33 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 30% less	1 job opening
HCL Group PMO Executive Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 50% less
Accenture PMO Executive Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr 37% less
Capgemini PMO Executive Salary 4 - 10 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹5.9 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr 17% less
IBM PMO Executive Salary 6 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr 41% less
Tech Mahindra PMO Executive Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr 29% less

PMO Executive salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 75 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant PMO Executive salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
6 years (8 salaries)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr
7 years (6 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr
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8 years (10 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
9 years (13 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr
10 years (17 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
11 years (8 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr
12 years (5 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr
13 years (3 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr
14 years (5 salaries)	₹7.6 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for PMO Executive

PMO Governance Project Management Program Management Scrum Master Enterprise Architecture Safe Clarity SCOPE Agile

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.7

Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

PMO Executive in Chennai

Project & Program Management Department

5.0

• posted on 20 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Teammates are supportive in my team not sure abt others, WFH going good till now.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Salary is not upto mark as per experienced resource, there is no value for experienced nbl resources. Management need to consider this nbl resources as well, we are also part of cts.

PMO Executive in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Pmo Department

2.0

• posted on 14 Apr 2018

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security is great.

Job security - Excellent

Dislikes

...d services team is driven by Chennai branch, so other locations has less scope. Salary, promotion is poor for pmo skill. No team at all. No support. PMO role in CTS isn't recommended.

Salary - Poor

+4 more

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.

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Cognizant PMO Executive Salary FAQs

What is the salary of PMO Executive at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a PMO Executive at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of PMO Executive in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹9.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.4 Lakhs per year. PMO Executive 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 70+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a PMO Executive at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹59,217 to ₹60,712 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 14 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 70+ 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 PMO Executive at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

- PMO
- Governance
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Scrum Master

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a PMO Executive in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Capgemini	₹5.9 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.4 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 PMO Executive at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant PMO Executive salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 75 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.