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Cognizant Project Associate salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 9 years exp.
₹6 Lakhs - ₹19.5 Lakhs
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11% more than the average Project Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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2 - 9 years exp. (2.5k salaries)
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₹6.1 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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2 - 9 years exp. (181 salaries)
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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2 - 9 years exp. (127 salaries)
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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹17.1 L/yr

Consulting
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2 - 9 years exp. (102 salaries)
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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹18.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 28 Mar 2025

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₹6 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr

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Project Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 3.3k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Project Associate salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

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₹3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Project Associate

Test Strategy Test Cases Test Planning Test Management Project Management Defect Management Test scripts Core Java Selenium Project Management Project Planning Smoke Testing Functional Testing System Integration Testing Test Data

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 177 employees for salary & benefits

Project Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

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Other Department

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CTS should improve the salary structure of their internal employees to stop the high attrition rate not to be busy in external hirings.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

Their managers are the most disliked thing, they are in organization for more than 15-20+ years and spoiling work culture of new comers and their expectations to learn and thrive.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Project Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
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In my current project there is some flexibility of work but when compared to other projects it is hell

Dislikes

There are many points 1. promotion criteria which is worst in all mnc. 2. salary hike is negligible. 3. even there is no such activities happened which makes you motivated through out the year.

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Project Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
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Good salary and promtion/hikes. However hikes have significantly decreased in last few years. Work life balance is good. Good learning opportunities.

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There is no job security here currently due to the current job market scenario.

Project Associate in Chennai

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 06 Feb 2025
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Salary is good when you are experienced Flexible based on projects Skill development depends on your interest

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They won't put you in project that you requested They won't respond to mails or teams Getting projects and assistance in project is very low

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Project Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Merchandising, Retail & eCommerce Department

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  •  posted on 03 Oct 2023
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I like management and salary structure and environment.

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In one year, I observed When managers and team leads don't understand the requirements and simply say "just do it," it becomes challenging for developers to proceed with the development work.

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Cognizant Project Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The average salary of a Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 9 years).

The top 10% of Project Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹16.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Project 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 3300+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The estimated take-home salary of a Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹87,004 to ₹89,285 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 9 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 3300+ 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 Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
To be a Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

  • - Test Strategy
  • - Test Cases
  • - Test Planning
  • - Test Management
  • - Project 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 Project Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The salary of a Project Associate at companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Capgemini ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹5.6 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.4 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 at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The salary growth for a Project Associate at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Project Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹17.9 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹22.6 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Project Associate salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 3.3k Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.