Cognizant Kolkata Quality Engineer Salaries by 50+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 6 years exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹9.4 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (95%)

₹5.3 Lakhs

Variable (5%)

₹0.2 Lakh

29% more than the average Quality Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 6 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Quality Engineer Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (34 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹4.3 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Quality Engineer Salary

0 - 6 years exp. (56 salaries)

₹2.5 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 1% less
Accenture Quality Engineer Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr 7% more	177 job openings
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IBM Quality Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 68% more
Kiswok Industries Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (36 salaries)	₹1.4 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr 55% less
LTIMindtree Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (34 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr 17% less	9 job openings

Quality Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 56 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Quality Engineer salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (5 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr
1 year (11 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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2 years (13 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
3 years (15 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
4 years (7 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹11.6 L/yr
5 years (3 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹15.9 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Quality Engineer

RFP Bid Management Automation IT Consulting Presales Quality Assurance

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

2.0

Rated by 5 employees for salary & benefits

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

Likes

Compensation and pay structure

Salary - Good

+2 more

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

Promotions - Poor

Software Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

3.0

• posted on 03 Jun 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work load is usually not very heavy, they provide great platforms to learn like free udemy access and cognizant internal certifications.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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.

Salary - Bad

+3 more

Software Engineer in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 06 Apr 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

In cognizant the salary hike is good as compared to other services based company

Salary - Good

Dislikes

In cognizant they have very less project for the employee but they still hire new people and won't be able to provide project to old employees.

Job security - Bad

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Cognizant Quality Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Quality Engineer in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹11.4 Lakhs per year. Quality Engineer 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 50+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹41,883 to ₹43,020 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher 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 50+ 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 Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

To be a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- RFP
- Bid Management
- Automation
- IT Consulting
- Presales

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 Quality Engineer in India?

IBM	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹9.5 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 Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

TCS	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs per year
Kiswok Industries	₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹4.1 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 Engineer at Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.1 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Quality Engineer salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 56 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.