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Cognizant Quality Lead salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
5 - 12 years exp.
₹6 Lakhs - ₹12 Lakhs
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13% less than the average Quality Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 12 years of experience

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

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5 - 12 years exp. (7 salaries)
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr

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8 - 12 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr

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4 - 11 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

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6 - 15 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

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5 - 6 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr

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7 - 9 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹12.7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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Quality Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 18 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Quality Lead salaries

Last Updated: 2 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr
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₹7 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Quality Lead

Call Quality Quality Monitoring Contact Center Operations Quality Assurance Quality Management Quality Audit Call Monitoring

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.8

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  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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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.

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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

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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

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  •  posted on 21 Jun 2024

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Compensation and pay structure

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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 Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Quality Lead at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Quality Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Quality Lead at Cognizant earn more than ₹10.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.0 Lakhs per year. Quality Lead 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Quality Lead at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹58,660 to ₹60,138 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 12 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 10+ 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 Lead at Cognizant ?
To be a Quality Lead at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Call Quality
  • - Quality Monitoring
  • - Contact Center Operations
  • - Quality Assurance
  • - Quality Management

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 Lead in India?
UST ₹12.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Quality Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

DXC Technology ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 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 Lead at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Quality Lead at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Quality Lead can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
5 years ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹14.3 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹14.3 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Quality Lead salary in India ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 18 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.