Cognizant Chennai Program Director Salaries by 9 Employees

20 - 26 years exp.

₹34 Lakhs - ₹61 Lakhs

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25% more than the average Program Director Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 20 - 26 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Program Director Salary 20 - 23 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹34 L/yr - ₹50.1 L/yr
Product Management Program Director Salary 20 - 23 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹44 L/yr - ₹48.5 L/yr
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Strategic & Top Management Program Director Salary 20 - 26 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹37 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr

Last Updated: 12 Jul 2024

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Cognizant Program Director Salary

20 - 26 years exp. (9 salaries)

₹34 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr

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TCS Program Director Salary 20 - 23 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹26.3 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr 11% less
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LTIMindtree Program Director Salary 15 - 23 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹47.1 L/yr 20% less

Program Director salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹34 Lakhs to ₹61 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 20 years to 26 years. Salary estimates are based on 9 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Program Director salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 12 Jul 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
15+ years (9 salaries)	₹34 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr
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Processing Executive in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

4.0

• posted on 25 Mar 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Working at cognizant really helps me a lot both in personal and professional way .The work life balance & company culture was good and the allowances they provide apart from the salary was excellent...I really enjoyed my 3 years at Cognizant.

Salary - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

One thing I dislike about these companies are there is no guarantee of job security...they will pick 10/15 employees and moved them to different project within the company (internal movement)..which I think is a part of business but needs to be reviewed....

Job security - Bad

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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.

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.

Job security - Poor

+3 more

Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

Consulting Department

2.0

• posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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

Skill development - Poor

+5 more

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 11 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary credited on time. Two way cab. Large campus. Once in 6 months we use to go to trip to nearby places.

Dislikes

No work life balance. Constant pressure to meet targets. Worked overtime without any additional payment. Leads will put you on PIP if you don't meet the targets.

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• posted on 15 Feb 2025

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for Salary and Benefits

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Dislikes

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What is the salary of Program Director at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Program Director at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 20 years to 26 years).

The top 10% of Program Director in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹61.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹61.0 Lakhs per year. Program Director 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 9 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Program Director at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Program Director at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2,61,961 to ₹2,72,668 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 20 years to 26 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 9 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 Program Director at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a Program Director at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Customer Satisfaction
- Project Delivery
- Analytical Chemistry
- Relationship Management
- Risk Management

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a Program Director in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

TCS	₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹47.1 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 Director at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
15 years	₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year

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