Cognizant Kochi Project Associate Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 9 years exp.

₹5.2 Lakhs - ₹16.5 Lakhs

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At par with the average Project Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Project Associate Salary 3 - 9 years exp. (114 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Project Associate Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹8.8 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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Consulting Project Associate Salary 5 - 8 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr
IT & Information Security Project Associate Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Project Associate Salary

3 - 9 years exp. (154 salaries)

₹5.2 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
IIT Madras Project Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹5.4 L/yr 67% less
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HMT Machine Tools Project Associate Salary 2 - 3 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹2.3 L/yr 82% less

Project Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 154 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Project Associate salaries in Kochi

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (4 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr
4 years (20 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
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5 years (25 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr
6 years (35 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
7 years (31 salaries)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
8 years (23 salaries)	₹7.8 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
9 years (16 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹25.4 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Project Associate

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3.9

Rated by 14 employees for salary & benefits

Project Associate in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 05 Jan 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Salary - Bad

+5 more

Project Associate in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 09 Aug 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Salary - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

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

Project Associate in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 06 Feb 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary is good when you are experienced Flexible based on projects Skill development depends on your interest

Salary - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

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

Project Associate in Noida

Full Time

Merchandising, Retail & eCommerce Department

5.0

• posted on 03 Oct 2023

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I like management and salary structure and environment.

Salary - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

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.

Project Associate in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 23 Sep 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

- Flexible login time - Supportive team members - On-time salary - Free access to learning platforms like udemy, coursera etc. - Free international certification

Salary - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

- Goal setting platform is quite good but no opportunity to work with those - No predefined coding standards to follow - Poor appraisal - Poor annual bonus

Skill development - Poor

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Cognizant Project Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Associate at Cognizant in Kochi?

The average salary of a Project Associate at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 9 years).

The top 10% of Project Associate in Kochi at Cognizant earn more than ₹13.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹16.5 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 100+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Project Associate at Cognizant in Kochi?

The estimated take-home salary of a Project Associate at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹85,511 to ₹87,750 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 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 100+ 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 Kochi?

To be a Project Associate at Cognizant in Kochi, 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 Kochi?

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

IIT Madras	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.4 Lakhs per year
HMT Machine Tools	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹2.3 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 Kochi?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹16.4 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Project Associate salary in Kochi ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 154 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.