Cognizant Program Associate Salaries by 20+ Employees

0 - 5 years exp.

₹3.1 Lakhs - ₹7 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

48% less than the average Program Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 5 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Program Associate Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Program Associate Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Program Associate Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Last Updated: 5 Dec 2024

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TCS Program Associate Salary 0 - 12 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr 149% more
Genpact Program Associate Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹3.9 L/yr 42% less
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Infosys Program Associate Salary null years exp. (4 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr 180% more
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Capgemini Program Associate Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 26% more

Program Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 20 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Program Associate salaries

Last Updated: 5 Dec 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (3 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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2 years (9 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
3 years (3 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.1

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Project Manager in Kolkata

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is great. There is lot of effort & importance given to training & reskilling.

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Pay package is not the best but ifs OK. Even after honestly working with your best efforts & good ratings, you will not get promotion unless you really push for it.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 01 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has large number of client in various domains providing a lot of opportunities across the world. I have got an opprtunity to work at different locations and in diversified tools and technologies and various domains. It has helped me build a robust career and helped me grow along with the organization.

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Frequently changing revision cycles, changing promotions process and cycles and very less salary hikes. Also for the veteran employees, salary standards are very low compard to the market standards

Promotions - Poor

Project Manager in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Sep 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Clear salary structure

Dislikes

Micromanagement of work from office Tug of war between Cognizant tasks and client tasks Irregular appraisal cycles Remove senior members from the team and onboard junior members Upper Management creates unnecessary facade to generate fake buzz

Promotions - Poor

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Project Manager in Chennai

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Jun 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I know what is my salary, which wasn't the case of Infosys loke conpanies where one need to master mathematics to understand whats their take home salary

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Nothing so far. Will update when i go thru one in future

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Cognizant Program Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Program Associate at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Program Associate at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 5 years).

The top 10% of Program Associate at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.0 Lakhs per year. Program Associate 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 20+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Program Associate at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Program Associate at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹36,364 to ₹37,584 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 5 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 20+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Program Associate in India?

Infosys	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 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 Program Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

NTT Data	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹5.1 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹3.9 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 Program Associate at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.1 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Program Associate salary in India ranges between ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 20 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.