Cognizant Chennai Quality Associate Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 8 years exp.

₹6.4 Lakhs - ₹8.5 Lakhs

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78% more than the average Quality Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Quality Associate Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Quality Associate Salary 2 - 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.4 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Quality Associate Salary

1 - 8 years exp. (8 salaries)

₹6.4 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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Accenture Quality Associate Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr 48% less
HCLTech Quality Associate Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹1.4 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr 71% less
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Tech Mahindra Quality Associate Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹3.2 L/yr 58% less
NTT DATA, Inc. Quality Associate Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr 62% less
Amazon Quality Associate Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (90 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr 53% less

Quality Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Quality Associate salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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What is the salary of Quality Associate at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Quality Associate at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Quality Associate in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹8.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.5 Lakhs per year. Quality 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 8 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Quality Associate at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Associate at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹54,973 to ₹56,348 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 8 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 8 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What is the salary of a Quality Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Accenture	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
Amazon	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹4.1 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc.	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹4.1 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹3.0 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 Quality Associate at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Quality Associate salary in Chennai ranges between ₹6.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.