Cognizant Pune Principal Consultant Salaries by 30+ Employees

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)	₹13.6 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
Consulting Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Principal Consultant Salary 15 - 17 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹19.2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Principal Consultant Salary 14 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹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)

₹13.3 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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Genpact Principal Consultant Salary 7 - 17 years exp. (142 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr 35% more	2 job openings
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Atos Principal Consultant Salary 15 - 24 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹23.7 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr 75% more
NTT Data Principal Consultant Salary 7 - 12 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹31.5 L/yr 22% more
Accenture Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹26 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr 64% more
TCS Principal Consultant Salary 17 - 26 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹86 L/yr 127% more
Capgemini Principal Consultant Salary 11 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 17% more
HCLTech Principal Consultant Salary 14 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹31 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr 65% more
IBM Principal Consultant Salary 8 - 18 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹17.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr 65% more
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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.

Experience wise Cognizant Principal Consultant salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 25 Aug 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
11 years (5 salaries)	₹13.6 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
12 years (5 salaries)	₹14.6 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
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13 years (6 salaries)	₹14.6 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
14 years (5 salaries)	₹13.3 L/yr - ₹22.9 L/yr
15+ years (10 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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• posted on 20 Mar 2025

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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.

Skill development - Good

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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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• posted on 19 Mar 2025

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

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• posted on 21 Feb 2025

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We can get free online portal like udemy.

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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

and so on.

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Cognizant Principal Consultant salary in Pune ranges between ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 31 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.