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Cognizant Quality Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 6 years exp.
₹2 Lakhs - ₹10 Lakhs
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27% 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
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0 - 6 years exp. (65 salaries)
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr

Quality Assurance
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0 - 6 years exp. (18 salaries)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Quality Engineer Salary
1 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 10 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Quality Engineer Salary

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TCS Quality Engineer Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (115 salaries)

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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr

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IBM Quality Engineer Salary

1 - 10 years exp. (90 salaries)

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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr

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Wipro Quality Engineer Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (43 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr

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Infosys Quality Engineer Salary

2 - 7 years exp. (34 salaries)

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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr

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Capgemini Quality Engineer Salary

2 - 7 years exp. (32 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Quality Engineer Salary

2 - 7 years exp. (18 salaries)

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr

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HCLTech Quality Engineer Salary

1 - 8 years exp. (18 salaries)

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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr

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Dell EMC Quality Engineer Salary

3 - 8 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹11.3 L/yr

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HCL Group Quality Engineer Salary

2 - 6 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr

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UST Quality Engineer Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr

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Quality Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 100 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Quality Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

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Fresher  (7 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
1 year  (15 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
2 years  (28 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
3 years  (19 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr
4 years  (15 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹10 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

3.6

Rated by 7 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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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.

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  • Salary - Good
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As a fresher you will be getting support projects , so be aware before choosing any project.

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IT & Information Security Department

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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.

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  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

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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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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
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The work culture is positive and the facilities are excellent. Cognizant provides ample opportunities for professional development and knowledge expansion.

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  • 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.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 21 Jun 2024

4.0
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Compensation and pay structure

  • Salary - Good
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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

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  • Promotions - Poor
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Cognizant Quality Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The average salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Quality Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru at Cognizant earn more than ₹8.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.5 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 100+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹42,108 to ₹43,242 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 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 100+ 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 Bangalore / Bengaluru?
To be a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru, 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?
Dell EMC ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹14.7 Lakhs per year
UST ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.7 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹10.6 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 Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The salary of a Quality Engineer at companies similar to Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Koch Business Solutions ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.1 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹10.7 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.9 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 Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The salary growth for a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Quality Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Quality Engineer salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 100 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.