Cognizant Research Associate Salaries by 60+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 5 years exp.

₹1.9 Lakh - ₹9.2 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

8% less than the average Research Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 5 years of experience

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Research & Development Research Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
Finance & Accounting Research Associate Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
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Healthcare & Life Sciences Research Associate Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Research Associate Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.6 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
Quality Assurance Research Associate Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

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Last Updated: 4 Mar 2025

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Research Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.9 Lakh to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 65 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Research Associate salaries

Last Updated: 4 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (7 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
1 year (10 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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2 years (21 salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
3 years (12 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr
4 years (8 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
5 years (7 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Research Associate

Relationship Management Root Cause Analysis Feedback TL Quality Monitoring Team Leading Business Management Digital Marketing

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Rated by 12 employees for salary & benefits

Software Developer in Chennai

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

1.0

• posted on 27 Dec 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

No hike, no job security, no skill development, no easy transportation.even if you learn new technologies they will ask for experience and make you work in technology which you already know.if you do "jing jack" you will get everything else you will be cornered and make you to think resigning is best than staying there

Salary - Bad

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Technical Lead in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 08 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing much, it's average service type company with decent salary. But leaves are good. 30 leaves per year in a service company is really commendable.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

1. They hire based on prospective projects, and often the projects don't land. And then they have very limited time on bench, hence job security is an issue. 2. Work from office schedule is very strict, there should be some flexibility. 3. No proper employee benefits such as outings or lunches or parties, all they care about is billing. 4. Little too much of micro-management

Job security - Bad

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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.

Dislikes

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 Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Aug 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The environment is pretty good and gets to learn new things.Also workload is manageable.

Work satisfaction - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

...curity. Silent layoffs are done in a disrespectful way including good employees. Very low salary for employees. And mainly doesn't settles your remaining amount after your resignation.

Job security - Bad

+1 more

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

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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 Research Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Research Associate at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Research Associate at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 5 years).

The top 10% of Research Associate at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.8 Lakhs per year. Research Associate 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 60+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Research Associate at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Research Associate at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹32,342 to ₹33,621 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 5 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 60+ 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 Research Associate at Cognizant ?

To be a Research Associate at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Relationship Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Feedback
- TL
- Quality Monitoring

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 Research Associate in India?

TCS	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
Koch Business Solutions	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 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 Research Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Genpact	₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
NielsenIQ	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹4.1 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹5.0 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 Research Associate at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Research Associate salary in India ranges between ₹1.9 Lakh to ₹9.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 65 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.