Cognizant Pune Product Specialist Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 8 years exp.

₹4 Lakhs - ₹16.2 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

15% more than the average Product Specialist Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Product Specialist Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (48 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
Product Management Product Specialist Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Product Specialist Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
Consulting Product Specialist Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
BFSI, Investments & Trading Product Specialist Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr

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Last Updated: 4 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Product Specialist Salary

2 - 8 years exp. (75 salaries)

₹4 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS Product Specialist Salary 3 - 17 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹18.7 L/yr 42% more
Wipro Product Specialist Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 67% less
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PTC Product Specialist Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (35 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 12% more
Cummins Product Specialist Salary 5 - 15 years exp. (30 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹27.9 L/yr 141% more	4 job openings
FIS Product Specialist Salary 5 - 16 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹20.2 L/yr 55% more

Product Specialist salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 75 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Product Specialist salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 4 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (15 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
3 years (13 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr
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4 years (19 salaries)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
5 years (18 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
6 years (5 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
7 years (3 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹21.3 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.9 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Product Specialist

Test Cases Project Management Unit Testing SQL Product Analysis Detail Design Defect analysis Quality Assurance Impact Analysis PLSQL Testing Technical Specifications C#.Net Knowledge Management UAT

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.0

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

Product Specialist in Visakhapatnam (working remotely)

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 22 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant offers a wide range of career paths in IT, consulting, and business process services, which can be appealing to professionals looking to grow their careers.

Dislikes

The work hours used to affect my work life balance and I feel that salary increments and promotions are slower compared to competitors.

Work satisfaction - Poor

+1 more

Product Specialist in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 20 Jun 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance is good. Salary and compensation are also decent.

Salary - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Career growth is slow. Scope of learning is also not upto the mark. Attiration rate is also quite high recently. Job security is also a big question.

Product Specialist in Coimbatore

Consulting Department

4.0

• posted on 07 Jan 2020

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...and lucky to get great projects to work on which keep you motivated and engaged. Job security seems relatively low and salary is decent.

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Leave policy is quite bad, the people who are really engaged with their project don't take leaves at all. This is not carried forward or encashed which is quite disappointing to see.

Job security - Poor

Product Specialist

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Mar 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Company culture is good at very high level .. that’s why it’s make big numbers every year. Teammates are good. Career growth options are there but it depends upon the time devotion which can cause work life balance. Job security is there if you are an average resource .

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

...associate level promotions are also hard now a days .it take almost 9-10 years . Salary is also not that good .. for people at on-site , health insurance in India is given for base cover . That is also very low .promotion at on-site is also rare .

Product Specialist in Coimbatore

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 05 May 2018

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1.If you are a person who like an easy going life, you can choose Cognizant But BEAWARE there is no job security. 2. You can get lot of appreciation/support from your Team mates on your day to day work.

Dislikes

Job Security: A Big "NO" For Job security,Especially for Lateral hires. Initially Cognizant Hires Laterals with Good package,but when time move on they will not provided with enough hike/Promotions to put them in a position to voluntarily resignation else 4th Bucket were given to them and They will be fired.

Salary - Bad

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Cognizant Product Specialist Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune?

The average salary of a Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 8 years).

The top 10% of Product Specialist in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹13.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹16.0 Lakhs per year. Product Specialist 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 Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune?

The estimated take-home salary of a Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹69,461 to ₹71,245 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 8 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 Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune?

To be a Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

- Test Cases
- Project Management
- Unit Testing
- SQL
- Product Analysis

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 Product Specialist in India?

Cummins	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹27.9 Lakhs per year
FIS	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹20.2 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹18.7 Lakhs per year
PTC	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 Product Specialist in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?

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

Wipro

₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 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 Product Specialist at Cognizant in Pune?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹11.8 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Product Specialist salary in Pune ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 75 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.