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Cognizant Principal Engineer salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
13 - 16 years exp.
₹29 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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Fixed (95%)
₹27.7 Lakhs
Variable (5%)
₹1.5 Lakh
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15% less than the average Principal Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 13 - 16 years of experience

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Last Updated: 5 Feb 2025

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Principal Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹29 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 13 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Principal Engineer salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Last Updated: 5 Feb 2025

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13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹26 L/yr - ₹33.3 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹26.3 L/yr - ₹33.6 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹27.1 L/yr - ₹34.6 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Principal Engineer

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Principal Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 24 Feb 2025
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Likes

Lots of project, so job security is there. Work-life balance (again depends on the client and project).

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

Extra benefits like (insurance and term insurance etc are not up to standard.) Salary hike is very less.

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Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025
3.0
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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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Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

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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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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025
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Likes

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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Dislikes

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

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

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IT & Information Security Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025
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Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

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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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Cognizant Principal Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The average salary of a Principal Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹29.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 13 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Principal Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Engineer 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 5 Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹1,80,796 to ₹1,87,834 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹29.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 13 years to 16 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 5 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 Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
To be a Principal Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

  • - System Engineering
  • - Javascript
  • - DIV
  • - Web Technologies
  • - Open Source

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 Engineer in India?
TCS ₹28.4 Lakhs to ₹35.6 Lakhs per year
Collins Aerospace ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹42.0 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 Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The salary of a Principal Engineer at companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Accenture ₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year
Innominds Software ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
Pramati Technologies ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹27.6 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 Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The salary growth for a Principal Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
13 years ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹33.3 Lakhs per year
14 years ₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs per year
15 years ₹27.1 Lakhs to ₹34.6 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Principal Engineer salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹29 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 5 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.