Cognizant Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee Salaries by 7 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 1 year exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹4.5 Lakhs

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53% more than the average Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 1 year of experience

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Quality Assurance Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee Salary 0 - 1 year exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee Salary Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Jan 2025

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Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee salaries

Last Updated: 8 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (6 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.7 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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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

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 03 Oct 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Dislikes

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

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 18 Aug 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Skill development - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

...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

+1 more

Software Engineer in Mangaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Jun 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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Compensation and pay structure

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

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

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I have the following offers and confused to choose one. Exp: 6.8 Java backend dev cognizant - 25 lpa (24 fixed) Epam - 28 fixed Citi - 30 fixed If i ask epam with citi offer they will increase their offer, but my question is that worth negotiating with them? Please give you suggestions. My Last working day is 31 March 2025.

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Cognizant Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 1 year).

The top 10% of Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee at Cognizant earn more than ₹4.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹4.5 Lakhs per year. Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee 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 7 Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹29,638 to ₹30,958 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 1 year.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 7 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 Engineer Trainee in India?

TCS	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 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 Engineer Trainee in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Nagarjuna Construction Company	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.2 Lakhs per year
Mitsuba Sical	₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹2.7 Lakhs per year
JCB	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
Tata Motors	₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹1.5 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 Engineer Trainee at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Quality Assurance Engineer Trainee salary in India ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 7 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.