Programmer Analyst Professional 1 salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.5
Lakhs
to ₹6.5
Lakhs
per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 3 years. Salary
estimates are based on
5 latest salaries received
from various employees of Cognizant.
Experience wise Cognizant Programmer Analyst Professional 1 salaries
Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025
Experience | Avg Annual Salary |
---|---|
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹4.5
L/yr
- ₹8.7
L/yr
|
2 years (3 salaries) |
₹4.5
L/yr
- ₹6.5
L/yr
|
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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹2.1
L/yr
- ₹5.5
L/yr
|
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Novartis Job Offer
Hi everyone,
I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed).
I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed).
Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions!
Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?
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Cognizant Programmer Analyst Professional 1 Salary FAQs
What is the salary of Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 3 years).
The top 10% of Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹6.5 Lakhs per year. Programmer Analyst Professional 1 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.
The top 10% of Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹6.5 Lakhs per year. Programmer Analyst Professional 1 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 Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹37,782 to ₹38,980 per month. This is based on the average salary range of
₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs
per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 3 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.
How the salary growth look like for a Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Programmer Analyst Professional 1 at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Programmer Analyst Professional 1 can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:
and so on.
Experience | Average Salary Range |
---|---|
1 year | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year |
2 years | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
3 years | ₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year |
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Cognizant Programmer Analyst Professional 1 salary
in
India
ranges between ₹4.5
Lakhs to ₹6.5
Lakhs with an average annual salary of
₹. Salary estimates are based on
5
Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of
Cognizant.