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

9 - 20 years exp.

₹12.3 Lakhs - ₹39.3 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (93%)

₹22.8 Lakhs

Variable (7%)

₹1.6 Lakh

6% more than the average Project Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 9 - 20 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA Project Manager Salary 10 - 20 years exp. (46 salaries)	₹12.8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
Project & Program Management Project Manager Salary 9 - 19 years exp. (36 salaries)	₹12.7 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Project Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹16.1 L/yr - ₹25.1 L/yr
Consulting Project Manager Salary 10 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹39.3 L/yr
IT & Information Security Project Manager Salary 13 - 17 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.8 L/yr - ₹27.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 18 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Project Manager Salary

9 - 20 years exp. (117 salaries)

₹12.3 L/yr - ₹39.3 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
UST Project Manager Salary 11 - 20 years exp. (38 salaries)	₹12.1 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr 13% less
Ernst & Young Project Manager Salary 6 - 19 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹9.8 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr 22% less	7 job openings
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EY Global Delivery Services ( EY GDS) Project Manager Salary 9 - 16 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr 1% more
Conduent Project Manager Salary 13 - 17 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹8.2 L/yr - ₹19.3 L/yr 39% less
SFO Technologies Project Manager Salary 8 - 26 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr 36% less

Project Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹39.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 9 years to 20 years. Salary estimates are based on 117 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Project Manager salaries in Kochi

Last Updated: 18 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.7 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr
10 years (4 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹37.8 L/yr
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11 years (10 salaries)	₹13.9 L/yr - ₹37.8 L/yr
12 years (19 salaries)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹39.3 L/yr
13 years (21 salaries)	₹13.4 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
14 years (22 salaries)	₹14.7 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
15+ years (40 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

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Senior Director

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19 - 26 years exp.

Project Manager

8 - 20 years exp.

Senior Project Manager

14 - 21 years exp.

17% hike

Associate Director

14 - 26 years exp.

35% hike

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.5

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Project Manager in Kolkata

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is great. There is lot of effort & importance given to training & reskilling.

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Pay package is not the best but ifs OK. Even after honestly working with your best efforts & good ratings, you will not get promotion unless you really push for it.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 01 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has large number of client in various domains providing a lot of opportunities across the world. I have got an opprtunity to work at different locations and in diversified tools and technologies and various domains. It has helped me build a robust career and helped me grow along with the organization.

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Frequently changing revision cycles, changing promotions process and cycles and very less salary hikes. Also for the veteran employees, salary standards are very low compard to the market standards

Promotions - Poor

Project Manager in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Sep 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Clear salary structure

Dislikes

Micromanagement of work from office Tug of war between Cognizant tasks and client tasks Irregular appraisal cycles Remove senior members from the team and onboard junior members Upper Management creates unnecessary facade to generate fake buzz

Promotions - Poor

+3 more

Project Manager in Chennai

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Jun 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I know what is my salary, which wasn't the case of Infosys loke conpanies where one need to master mathematics to understand whats their take home salary

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Nothing so far. Will update when i go thru one in future

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Cognizant Project Manager Salary FAQs

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

The average salary of a Project Manager at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹39.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 9 years to 20 years).

The top 10% of Project Manager in Kochi at Cognizant earn more than ₹27.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹38.3 Lakhs per year. Project Manager 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 Manager at Cognizant in Kochi?

The estimated take-home salary of a Project Manager at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹1,55,320 to ₹1,61,207 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹39.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 9 years to 20 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 Manager at Cognizant in Kochi?

To be a Project Manager at Cognizant in Kochi, the key skills required include:

- Project Management
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Project Planning
- Continuous Improvement

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Project Manager in India?

EY Global Delivery Services ( EY GDS)

₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Cognizant, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Project Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in Kochi?

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

UST	₹12.1 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Ernst & Young	₹9.8 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
SFO Technologies	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
Conduent	₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹19.3 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 Manager at Cognizant in Kochi?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
9 years	₹12.7 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹37.8 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹37.8 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹39.3 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Project Manager salary in Kochi ranges between ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹39.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 117 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.