Cognizant Quality Assurance Associate 1 Salaries by 4 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 4 years exp.

₹3.8 Lakhs - ₹7 Lakhs

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68% more than the average Quality Assurance Associate 1 Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 4 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Quality Assurance Associate 1 Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Quality Assurance Associate 1 Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025

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Indegene Quality Assurance Associate 1 Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr 16% more
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Quality Assurance Associate 1 salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 4 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Quality Assurance Associate 1 salaries

Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹4.4 L/yr
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

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My team is really nice, and it's not the case with all the other teams.

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Salary, benefits, appraisals, recognition is non existent. Plus there's a lot of politics here, so much that you'll wanna rip your hair off

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• posted on 18 Aug 2024

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The work culture is positive and the facilities are excellent. Cognizant provides ample opportunities for professional development and knowledge expansion.

Skill development - Excellent

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...rk using Teams, it would be more efficient to allow employees to work from home. With such less salary and hikes it is impossible for one to work here.

Salary - Poor

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Software Engineer in Mangaluru

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Jun 2024

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Manager hierarchy. Ratings will be given by home manager. He will never know about my performance because he will be working for some other project. Still they give ratings based on some comments without knowing actual performance

Promotions - Poor

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3.0

• posted on 03 Jun 2024

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Does not pay as per the current market standards, your work will not be recognized, promotion and appraisal structures are very bad. Lot of office politics.

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Cognizant Quality Assurance Associate 1 Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Quality Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Quality Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 4 years).

The top 10% of Quality Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.0 Lakhs per year. Quality Assurance Associate 1 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Quality Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹45,898 to ₹46,986 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 4 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 4 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 Quality Assurance Associate 1 in India?

Indegene

₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹7.8 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 Quality Assurance Associate 1 in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

The salary of a Quality Assurance Associate 1 at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

TELUS Digital	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹5.9 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Alorica	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹4.3 Lakhs per year
Amazon	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant in India?

The salary growth for a Quality Assurance Associate 1 at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Quality Assurance Associate 1 can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹4.4 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year

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