Cognizant Sdet Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 7 years exp.

₹3.8 Lakhs - ₹9 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

52% less than the average Sdet Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 7 years of experience

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Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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HCLTech Sdet Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹12.4 L/yr 49% more
UST Sdet Salary 3 - 9 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹29.5 L/yr 161% more
NTT DATA, Inc. Sdet Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr 116% more
Concentrix Catalyst Sdet Salary 6 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹12.6 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 203% more
DXC Technology Sdet Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 25% more
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HCL Group Sdet Salary 3 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr 70% more
Tech Mahindra Sdet Salary 3 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹13.7 L/yr - ₹20.8 L/yr 171% more

Sdet salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 38 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Sdet salaries

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (5 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year (5 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
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2 years (7 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
3 years (7 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
4 years (4 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr
5 years (6 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.4 L/yr - ₹14.9 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Sdet

Selenium Selenium Testing SDET Cucumber Java Automation Testing Java Cucumber SDET Automation Testing SQL Rest Assured Testng BDD Selenium

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.5

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Software Tester in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 19 Sep 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. The company provides Cab Services which is a good 2. Good Exposure to Client Side projects 3. Work from home is provided

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

1. No compensation is provided like fuel or petrol charges 2. Salary hike is very low as 4-6% per year 3. Work culture is not good some managers are old and don't understand and help there resources

Salary - Poor

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Test Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Opportunity in Learning and development. Good and friendly managers if lucky. Salary and bonus credited in timely manner.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Politics. Communication gap between seniors and juniors. Weak appraisal structure. No fix time to log off. Usually have to work late.

Promotions - Poor

Test Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work environment and culture. Numbers of Skill up programs. Teammates are supportive. Company policies are good.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

...nity to choose their career path, the company should not impose any career path. Salary for undergraduate, specially from B.Sc CS, BCA and B.Sc IT is really low.

ETL Tester in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 08 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I worked on contractual role., as I hired on pandamic we never worked in office., So, no comments on company environment,salary hikes,bonus and policies. For us there will be minimal job security as we're not hired for full-time. Good experience working with the team., Appreciating the support from the management and team members.

Job security - Good

+3 more

Automation Test Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 May 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

My Team is very good , good learning curve and good culture comparatively other service based company .

Skill development - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

when you are leaving the organization HR will ask unnecessary question . Salary , promotion over seas opportunity needs to e improved .

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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 Sdet Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Sdet at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Sdet at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 7 years).

The top 10% of Sdet at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.0 Lakhs per year. Sdet 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 30+ Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Sdet at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹48,541 to ₹49,688 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 7 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 30+ 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 Sdet at Cognizant ?

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

- Selenium
- Selenium Testing
- SDET
- Cucumber
- Java

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 Sdet in India?

Concentrix Catalyst	₹12.6 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹13.7 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year
UST	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹29.5 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc.	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹23.0 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 Sdet in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

HCL Group	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹14.3 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹12.8 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 Sdet at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Sdet salary in India ranges between ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 38 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.