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Cognizant Project Specialist salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Annual salary range
3 - 5 years exp.
₹3.1 Lakhs - ₹7 Lakhs
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39% less than the average Project Specialist Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 5 years of experience

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3 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹3.1 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr

Last Updated: 17 Dec 2023

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Project Specialist salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹5.8 L/yr
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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹5.9 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr

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Data Science & Analytics Department

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  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

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Will get salary that is ok

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But if you give more importance to mental health than salary don't join this company. You are literally a slave of the client and no body will speak for you.. and if your too lucky to get a client like Novartis(pharmaceutical company) and especially get into celonis tool project then you can say bye bye to your mental health and just hug the salary you get and stay. Working hard is not the issue but the politics they play and the slavery you guys will experience is more than what was done in the colonization period. Hope everyone understands my mental health state currently and would deeply analyze before joining cognizant or Novartis.

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 14 Jan 2025

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One of the best employee centric company in service based industry, recent statements from leaders from other organisation is shameful and treating their employee as daily wage labourer but thankful to my company leadership who has great vision and decisions are made towards employee focus. Company is still following hybrid model and no fixed days yet.

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Promotions and appraisal are not process based, frequent change in salary increament schedule are changed and also arrear are not paid for 3months.

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  • Promotions - Poor

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 13 Dec 2024

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MNC benefits.

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...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.

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 30 Oct 2024

4.0
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...rn everything. Leadership is passionate of new technology and client centricity. Pays competitive salary benefits may not be high at times but sustainable for long, rewarding association. Will recommend people to experience Cognizant.

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If you remain too good on a domain, likely you will get trapped into it and not allowed to learn horizontal skills. So keeping a balance and relationship to horizontal people are important in any large project centric organization.

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 27 Oct 2024

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...nsfer, incentives etc. Where employee will claims money for their official work. Only leadership people are enjoying their life with greater salary package and their earnings. Current CEO is taking more pkg but gives very poor hike to employee like 1-2%. Market is poor for junior level employee but leadership are enjoying.

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Cognizant Project Specialist Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Project Specialist at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The average salary of a Project Specialist at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 5 years).

The top 10% of Project Specialist in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.0 Lakhs per year. Project Specialist 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 Specialist at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The estimated take-home salary of a Project Specialist at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹40,916 to ₹42,067 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 5 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.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Project Specialist in India?
Sanofi ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹13.2 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Signant Health ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹6.9 Lakhs per year
Syneos Health ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 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 Specialist in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The salary of a Project Specialist at companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

IBM ₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹1.2 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 Specialist at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?
The salary growth for a Project Specialist at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Project Specialist in Hyderabad / Secunderabad can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
3 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹5.9 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹6.1 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Project Specialist salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 5 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.