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Cognizant Principal Consultant salaries in Pune

Annual salary range
11 - 17 years exp.
₹13.3 Lakhs - ₹26 Lakhs
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27% less than the average Principal Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 11 - 17 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Principal Consultant Salary
11 - 16 years exp. (16 salaries)
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₹13.6 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

Consulting
Principal Consultant Salary
11 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹16 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Principal Consultant Salary
15 - 17 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹19.2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
Principal Consultant Salary
14 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹13.3 L/yr - ₹22.9 L/yr

Last Updated: 25 Aug 2024

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Cognizant Principal Consultant Salary

11 - 17 years exp. (31 salaries)

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₹13.3 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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15 - 24 years exp. (25 salaries)

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₹23.7 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr

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NTT Data Principal Consultant Salary

7 - 12 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹20.5 L/yr - ₹31.5 L/yr

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Accenture Principal Consultant Salary

11 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹26 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr

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TCS Principal Consultant Salary

17 - 26 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹30 L/yr - ₹86 L/yr

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Capgemini Principal Consultant Salary

11 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹16 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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HCLTech Principal Consultant Salary

14 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹31 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

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8 - 18 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹17.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr

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Principal Consultant salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 11 years to 17 years. Salary estimates are based on 31 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Principal Consultant salaries in Pune

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11 years  (5 salaries)

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₹13.6 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
12 years  (5 salaries)

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₹14.6 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
13 years  (6 salaries)

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₹14.6 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
14 years  (5 salaries)

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₹13.3 L/yr - ₹22.9 L/yr
15+ years  (10 salaries)

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₹17 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Principal Consultant

SAP Strategic Planning Accounting Brand Building Risk Management Customer Master ERP Test Cases Automation Testing Consulting White Box Testing Web Services Testing Test Strategy Black Box Reporting Tools

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025

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Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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  • Job security - Poor
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Consulting Department

2.0
  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

Dislikes

1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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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.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

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

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IT & Information Security Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0
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Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0
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Likes

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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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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Cognizant Principal Consultant Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
The average salary of a Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 11 years to 17 years).

The top 10% of Principal Consultant in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹24.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹26.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Consultant 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 30+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹1,37,494 to ₹1,42,574 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹26.0 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 30+ 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 Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
To be a Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - SAP
  • - Strategic Planning
  • - Accounting
  • - Brand Building
  • - Risk 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 Principal Consultant in India?
TCS ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹86.0 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹23.7 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 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 Principal Consultant in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?
The salary of a Principal Consultant at companies similar to Cognizant in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Accenture ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹31.5 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 Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune?
The salary growth for a Principal Consultant at Cognizant in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Consultant in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
11 years ₹13.6 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year
12 years ₹14.6 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
13 years ₹14.6 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
14 years ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹22.9 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Principal Consultant salary in Pune ranges between ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 31 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.