Cognizant Pune Quality Engineer Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 6 years exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹10 Lakhs

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47% 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. (33 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Quality Engineer Salary

0 - 6 years exp. (42 salaries)

₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Accenture Quality Engineer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (63 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr 5% more	175 job openings
Wipro Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (46 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 22% less	1 job opening
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TCS Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (31 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr At par
Infosys Quality Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹10.4 L/yr 20% more
IBM Quality Engineer Salary 1 - 9 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr 92% more
Tech Mahindra Quality Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 4% less
Capgemini Quality Engineer Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr 19% less	1 job opening
UST Quality Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 37% more	1 job opening

Quality Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 42 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Quality Engineer salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 22 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (7 salaries)	₹0.9 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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2 years (12 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
3 years (11 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr
4 years (5 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
5 years (4 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹13.7 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8.5 L/yr - ₹15.7 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

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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

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

Salary - Poor

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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.

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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

Salary - Bad

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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

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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

Promotions - Poor

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Cognizant Quality Engineer Salary FAQs

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

The average salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Quality Engineer in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.0 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 40+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹41,390 to ₹42,534 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 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 40+ 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 Pune?

To be a Quality Engineer at Cognizant in Pune, 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	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹18.8 Lakhs per year
UST	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10.4 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹10.1 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 Pune?

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

TCS	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹5.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹9.0 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 Engineer at Cognizant in Pune?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹7.7 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Quality Engineer salary in Pune ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 42 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.