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Cognizant Senior Associate salaries in Kolkata (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
3 - 15 years exp.
₹8.8 Lakhs - ₹25.5 Lakhs
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61% more than the average Senior Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 15 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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3 - 15 years exp. (2.8k salaries)
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₹8.9 L/yr - ₹25.9 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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4 - 15 years exp. (163 salaries)
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₹8.3 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Senior Associate Salary
4 - 15 years exp. (150 salaries)
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₹7.1 L/yr - ₹26.7 L/yr

Project & Program Management
Senior Associate Salary
5 - 15 years exp. (139 salaries)
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₹6.1 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr

Consulting
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5 - 15 years exp. (87 salaries)
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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr

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Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

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Senior Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 4k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Senior Associate salaries in Kolkata

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3 years  (6 salaries)

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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr
4 years  (19 salaries)

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₹6.7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
5 years  (58 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr
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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
7 years  (437 salaries)

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₹8.1 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
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Cognizant Senior Associate Salary and Career Growth

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Senior Manager

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.4

Rated by 306 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025
4.0
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Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

  • Promotions - Poor

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 28 Nov 2024
2.0
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Stability is good. Though in the ongoing global recession, many of my co-workers had to leave projects because of project ramp down and did not get any other projects. Instead of recruiting employees from bench in other projects they are hiring more from people outside.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Appraisal is bad. So joining with low salary does not help much in the long run, better to switch.

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Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 10 Nov 2024
3.0
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Long term projects but mainly support projects. Flexible work timings On time salary and some increment every year Scope to show case your skills

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  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

Every time you have search for the projects once your current project ramp down

  • Job security - Poor

Senior Associate in Kolkata

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 15 Nov 2023
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Provided a good package during joining. WFH policies still there. Onsite Oppertutnities. Work life balance depends on project and with releases. Number of leaves also good. Development projects with good learning route. Culture is good.

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  • Salary - Good
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Monotonous work. Long working hours. Continous meetings for long hours. Less Hikes. No Appreciation of hard work. No free cab facility. No free fooding. At Work from office, LAN internet or wifi is not fast and good.

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Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 05 Mar 2024
3.0
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On time salary

Dislikes

Indians are considered 2nd grade employees with different rules for us and Indian employees. Higher management do not have any consideration for work life balance. They just want the work done

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  • Skill development - Bad
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Cognizant Senior Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The average salary of a Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Senior Associate in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹20.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹27.6 Lakhs per year. Senior 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 4000+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹1,18,234 to ₹1,21,544 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 15 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 4000+ 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 Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata?
To be a Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

  • - Professional Services
  • - Troubleshooting
  • - Continuous Improvement
  • - Project Planning
  • - Project Management

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
What is the salary of a Senior Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary of a Senior Associate at companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

IBM ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹8.6 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.6 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹5.5 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 Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata?
The salary growth for a Senior Associate at Cognizant in Kolkata depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Associate in Kolkata can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
3 years ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹6.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹24.5 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
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