Cognizant Pune QA Analyst Salaries by 80+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 6 years exp.

₹3.5 Lakhs - ₹10.8 Lakhs

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5% less than the average QA Analyst Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 6 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA QA Analyst Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (65 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr
Quality Assurance QA Analyst Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics QA Analyst Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr
IT & Information Security QA Analyst Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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Cognizant QA Analyst Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (84 salaries)

₹3.5 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr

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TCS QA Analyst Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (199 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 9% less
Wipro QA Analyst Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (51 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr 39% less
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Accenture QA Analyst Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (44 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr 6% more
Infosys QA Analyst Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (30 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 5% less
Capgemini QA Analyst Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (29 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr 15% less
Tech Mahindra QA Analyst Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr 32% less
HCLTech QA Analyst Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹3.9 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 34% less
Atos QA Analyst Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr 34% less
IBM QA Analyst Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr 15% less

QA Analyst salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 84 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant QA Analyst salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (9 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr
2 years (19 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr
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3 years (20 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr
4 years (14 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
5 years (16 salaries)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr
6 years (6 salaries)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for QA Analyst

Test Cases QA Analysis Test Planning Performance Testing SOAP UI Automation Testing Test Lead Program Management .Net Core Communication Skills Test Strategy Computer Networking WMS Oracle PP Module

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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

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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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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

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We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

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

Salary - Poor

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Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

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Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

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The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

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Cognizant QA Analyst Salary FAQs

What is the salary of QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune?

The average salary of a QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 6 years).

The top 10% of QA Analyst in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹8.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.5 Lakhs per year. QA Analyst 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 80+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune?

The estimated take-home salary of a QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹50,146 to ₹51,330 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year 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 80+ 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 QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune?

To be a QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

- Test Cases
- QA Analysis
- Test Planning
- Performance Testing
- SOAP UI

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 QA Analyst in India?

Accenture

₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.7 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 QA Analyst in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?

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

Infosys	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹7.1 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹7.2 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 QA Analyst at Cognizant in Pune?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant QA Analyst salary in Pune ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 84 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.