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Cognizant Recruitment Manager salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
7 - 16 years exp.
₹8 Lakhs - ₹22 Lakhs
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57% more than the average Recruitment Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 7 - 16 years of experience

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Last Updated: 21 Feb 2025

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TCS Recruitment Manager Salary

8 - 18 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

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Infosys Recruitment Manager Salary

10 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹12 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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Wipro Recruitment Manager Salary

8 - 17 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹8.4 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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HCLTech Recruitment Manager Salary

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Recruitment Manager Salary

7 - 16 years exp. (19 salaries)

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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹21.6 L/yr

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Accenture Recruitment Manager Salary

9 - 17 years exp. (25 salaries)

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₹12 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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Capgemini Recruitment Manager Salary

8 - 18 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹18.7 L/yr

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IBM Recruitment Manager Salary

5 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

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Genpact Recruitment Manager Salary

4 - 18 years exp. (16 salaries)

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₹11 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr

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DXC Technology Recruitment Manager Salary

2 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Recruitment Manager Salary

8 - 17 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹11 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr

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Recruitment Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹8 Lakhs to ₹22 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 7 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 12 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Recruitment Manager salaries

Last Updated: 21 Feb 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹27.7 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹13.9 L/yr - ₹17.8 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹17.9 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹14.1 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹28.3 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Recruitment Manager

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

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Finance & Accounting Department

3.0
  •  posted on 21 Jan 2025

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Nothing, meets zero expectations. Made work like hell even during my maternity journey 24 hrs and with pretty worst monetary benefit. There was no work life balance and also I was forced to resign with no other option saying you cannot continue with your old role or team a month back when I was just about to join after ML.

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Poor work-life balance, no salary hike, no benefits, no proper ratings, general shift has no timings it is round the clock.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Human Resources Department

3.0
  •  posted on 14 Jun 2023

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...ules and regulations-Ethical practices Leaves compared to other IT companies Pay Work location flexibility

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  • Salary - Good

Dislikes

Work culture is bad No scope for learning for Bschool students Non billable roles have no value in organisation Mixed up hierarchy structure

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Administration & Facilities Department

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  •  posted on 04 Jul 2024

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I am interested in working at Cognizant because it is a leading global provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. I believe that working at Cognizant would give me the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the IT industry. Good luck with your Interview at Cognizant.

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  • Salary - Good
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...ced high employee attrition that increased from 10% in 2019 to over 30% in 2021. This was due to several factors, including layoffs under the CEO's cost-cutting plan, a merit-based pay system, and increased demand for niche digital skills.

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HR shared services Department

3.0
  •  posted on 29 Apr 2021

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Work culture is good and job security is also fine for low grade positions

  • Job security - Good
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No respect for the employees who working years for cognizant ..no salary hike or promotion for them .... new joiners salary is far better than that. Management not even worry about the issues raised against the salary.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Human Resources Department

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  •  posted on 18 Jul 2023

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Nothing except the fact that salary comes in time.

  • Job security - Good

Dislikes

Everything. Huge pressure, no work life balance, they will treat you worse than dogs. Everything is wfh so no break. Eat, sleep, repeat with your laptop on

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  • Salary - Poor
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Cognizant Recruitment Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Recruitment Manager at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Recruitment Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 7 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Recruitment Manager at Cognizant earn more than ₹18.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹22.0 Lakhs per year. Recruitment Manager 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 Recruitment Manager at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Recruitment Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,08,567 to ₹1,11,565 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 7 years to 16 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 Recruitment Manager at Cognizant ?
Recruitment Management is a popular skill required to work as a Recruitment Manager at Cognizant.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Recruitment Manager in India?
Koch Business Solutions ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹30.0 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 Recruitment Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Recruitment Manager at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

NTT DATA, Inc. ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹16.4 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹21.6 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 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 Recruitment Manager at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Recruitment Manager at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Recruitment Manager can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
7 years ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹27.7 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹17.9 Lakhs per year
10 years ₹14.1 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Recruitment Manager salary in India ranges between ₹8 Lakhs to ₹22 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 12 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.