Cognizant New Delhi Senior Consultant Salaries by 50+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 16 years exp.

₹12.3 Lakhs - ₹32 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

35% more than the average Senior Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 16 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Consulting Senior Consultant Salary 7 - 16 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Senior Consultant Salary 9 - 15 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹29.6 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Consultant Salary 7 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
Project & Program Management Senior Consultant Salary 7 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹16.5 L/yr - ₹29.1 L/yr
BFSI, Investments & Trading Senior Consultant Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹18.5 L/yr - ₹31.7 L/yr

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Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Senior Consultant Salary

5 - 16 years exp. (54 salaries)

₹12.3 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr

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Infosys Senior Consultant Salary 4 - 17 years exp. (298 salaries)	₹7.8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr 30% less	15 job openings
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HCLTech Senior Consultant Salary 3 - 17 years exp. (277 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr 18% less
Wipro Senior Consultant Salary 3 - 16 years exp. (111 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹32.4 L/yr 24% less	8 job openings
Genpact Senior Consultant Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (81 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 44% less
IBM Senior Consultant Salary 3 - 16 years exp. (50 salaries)	₹9.1 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 15% less
Accenture Senior Consultant Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (38 salaries)	₹8.8 L/yr - ₹31.8 L/yr 21% less
HCL Group Senior Consultant Salary 5 - 13 years exp. (37 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr 20% less
TCS Senior Consultant Salary 4 - 25 years exp. (37 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹56.6 L/yr 29% more
HCL Infosystems Senior Consultant Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹9.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 40% less
NTT Data Senior Consultant Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹13.6 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 4% less
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NTT DATA, Inc. Senior Consultant Salary 7 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹9.8 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 19% less

Senior Consultant salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹32 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 54 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Consultant salaries in New Delhi

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.4 L/yr - ₹24.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.6 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr
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7 years (7 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹43.3 L/yr
8 years (7 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹45.1 L/yr
9 years (9 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
10 years (4 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
11 years (5 salaries)	₹11.6 L/yr - ₹49.1 L/yr
12 years (6 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
13 years (7 salaries)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr
14 years (6 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25.3 L/yr - ₹32.4 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Senior Consultant

Business Development Requirement Gathering Relationship Management RFP Consulting RFI Engagement Management Consulting Business Case RFP Business Process Modeling Requirement Gathering Relationship Management Business Analysis Business Development

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Consultant in Noida

Full Time

Consulting Department

4.0

• posted on 09 Mar 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Provides good work environment to grow as a consultant. Leadership team is quite nurturing and will show you the right path at every step so that you evolve and learn more. initially you are required to be working across multiple domains and roles as Data and Business Analyst and in the next couple of years you will bemade part of core consulting engagements depending on your skillset.

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Pay is not as per industry standard.

Senior Consultant in Pune

Consulting Department

3.0

• posted on 29 Mar 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The insurance policy of the company is really good. The compensation is above market if compared with big size org like Infosys. Leave policies are Good.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

This is specially for my account (THREE part) Sanofi and one part CTS The Sanofi account in EAS SAP has a toxic work environment. This account has many manager's and this causes red tapism. The consultant are left in to the lion's cage to fend for themselves with an over aggressive client. Once done with clients we have to put up with blaming manager who make you feel let down. This account always has alot of load due to extra stringent contract signed. All high paying resources be warned you'll be used to Every rupee and thrown out once your purpose is done. Don't expect consideration. CTS down part the company now function s like a start up No HR no POC for company policy all in management hand

Skill development - Poor

+4 more

Senior Consultant in Pune

Analytics Consulting Department

2.0

• posted on 06 Mar 2022

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing much it is like any other service provider where every aspect of your job depends mostly on your team and projects you get

Job security - Good

Dislikes

...s body shop culture where no one cares as long as you are billable in project. Lateral hires get 50 to 100% more pay then existing employees with no plan to rationalize the pay disparity.

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Senior Consultant in Pune

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• posted on 05 Apr 2021

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

nothing much at this point as the company lacks vision and has no empathy towards employees.

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Unfortunately there is no career growth at Cognizant .Once you join there is no hike or promotion for the next 3 years and the company compels you to look outside if you are above 10 years in experience as they will never give you any salary increments, even if you are a great performer.

Salary - Bad

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Senior Consultant in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Product Management Department

1.0

• posted on 16 Mar 2019

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The only positive - work from home options a day per week IF your manager agrees.

Dislikes

Apathetic management, unrealistic work expectations, underqualified managers, terrible office facilities, below average pay (around 40% less for my role and seniority) just to start with...

Salary - Bad

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Cognizant Senior Consultant Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi?

The average salary of a Senior Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Senior Consultant in New Delhi at Cognizant earn more than ₹29.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹32.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Consultant 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 50+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹1,62,015 to ₹1,68,204 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 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 50+ 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 Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi?

To be a Senior Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi, the key skills required include:

- Business Development
- Requirement Gathering
- Relationship Management
- RFP
- Consulting

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 Senior Consultant in India?

TCS	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹56.6 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 Senior Consultant in companies similar to Cognizant in New Delhi?

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

NTT Data	₹13.6 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc.	₹9.8 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 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 Senior Consultant at Cognizant in New Delhi?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹24.8 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹20.6 Lakhs to ₹26.3 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹43.3 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹45.1 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Senior Consultant salary in New Delhi ranges between ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹32 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 54 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.