Cognizant Pune Quality Specialist Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

6 - 11 years exp.

₹3.4 Lakhs - ₹7.3 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

51% less than the average Quality Specialist Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 - 11 years of experience

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Quality Specialist Salary 7 - 11 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
Quality Assurance Quality Specialist Salary 6 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹6.1 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Quality Specialist Salary 7 - 8 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr

Last Updated: 9 Feb 2025

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Cognizant Quality Specialist Salary

6 - 11 years exp. (11 salaries)

₹3.4 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Infosys Quality Specialist Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 18% less
Accenture Quality Specialist Salary 7 - 8 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr 86% more
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Infosys BPM Quality Specialist Salary 4 - 9 years exp. (34 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr 28% less
Facile Services Quality Specialist Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹4.9 L/yr 36% less
LTIMindtree Quality Specialist Salary 6 - 9 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹8.5 L/yr - ₹17.7 L/yr 134% more

Quality Specialist salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 11 years. Salary estimates are based on 11 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Quality Specialist salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 9 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
6 years (4 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
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8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.6 L/yr - ₹6.9 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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3 - 11 years exp.

Senior Director

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19 - 26 years exp.

Quality Specialist

3 - 11 years exp.

Team Lead

1 - 18 years exp.

81% hike

Team Manager

5 - 19 years exp.

68% hike

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Quality Specialist (working remotely)

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

2.0

• posted on 04 Sep 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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There's nothing to like about Cognizant except the campus of Phase 3 Pune

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Honestly speaking it's a very poorly run company. They don't give any salary hikes. Also, it's appalling to see that how less they care about their employees.

Salary - Poor

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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

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

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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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Cognizant Quality Specialist Salary FAQs

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

The average salary of a Quality Specialist at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 11 years).

The top 10% of Quality Specialist in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.3 Lakhs per year. Quality Specialist 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 Specialist at Cognizant in Pune?

The estimated take-home salary of a Quality Specialist at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹44,504 to ₹45,602 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 11 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.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Quality Specialist in India?

LTIMindtree	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹17.7 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹14.4 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 Specialist in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?

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

Infosys	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys BPM	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹5.1 Lakhs per year
Facile Services	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹4.9 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 Specialist at Cognizant in Pune?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹6.9 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Quality Specialist salary in Pune ranges between ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 11 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.