Cognizant Project Associate 1 Salaries by 5 Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 6 years exp.

₹7.3 Lakhs - ₹12 Lakhs

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182% more than the average Project Associate 1 Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 6 years of experience

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Last Updated: 30 Jan 2025

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Project Associate 1 salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Project Associate 1 salaries

Last Updated: 30 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8.7 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.1 L/yr - ₹11.7 L/yr
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4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.6 L/yr - ₹12.2 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10 L/yr - ₹12.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.4 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr

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4.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

CTS provides a good work life balance and decent salary. All other things depends on the type of project which you got.

Salary - Good

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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

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Software Developer in Chennai

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

1.0

• posted on 27 Dec 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

No hike, no job security, no skill development, no easy transportation.even if you learn new technologies they will ask for experience and make you work in technology which you already know.if you do "jing jack" you will get everything else you will be cornered and make you to think resigning is best than staying there

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Technical Lead in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 08 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing much, it's average service type company with decent salary. But leaves are good. 30 leaves per year in a service company is really commendable.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

1. They hire based on prospective projects, and often the projects don't land. And then they have very limited time on bench, hence job security is an issue. 2. Work from office schedule is very strict, there should be some flexibility. 3. No proper employee benefits such as outings or lunches or parties, all they care about is billing. 4. Little too much of micro-management

Job security - Bad

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Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 03 Oct 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

My team is really nice, and it's not the case with all the other teams.

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Salary, benefits, appraisals, recognition is non existent. Plus there's a lot of politics here, so much that you'll wanna rip your hair off

Salary - Bad

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Cognizant Project Associate 1 Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Associate 1 at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Project Associate 1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 6 years).

The top 10% of Project Associate 1 at Cognizant earn more than ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.0 Lakhs per year. Project Associate 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 Project Associate 1 at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Project Associate 1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹76,220 to ₹78,196 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 6 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 is the salary of a Project Associate 1 in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

The salary of a Project Associate 1 at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

National Environmental Engineering Research Institute	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.3 Lakhs per year
National Aerospace Laboratories	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 Project Associate 1 at Cognizant in India?

The salary growth for a Project Associate 1 at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Project Associate 1 can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹11.7 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹9.6 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹12.8 Lakhs per year

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