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Cognizant Senior Developer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 12 years exp.
₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹21 Lakhs
Avg. annual salary
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7% less than the average Senior Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 12 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Senior Developer Salary
2 - 12 years exp. (673 salaries)
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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr

Consulting
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2 - 10 years exp. (36 salaries)
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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
Senior Developer Salary
3 - 11 years exp. (34 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹21.7 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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2 - 11 years exp. (33 salaries)
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₹6.7 L/yr - ₹20.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 26 Mar 2025

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Senior Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹21 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 887 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Senior Developer salaries in Chennai

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2 years  (18 salaries)

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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr
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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr
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₹5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Senior Developer

Salesforce Javascript Spring Boot Equity Research Relationship Management Problem Management SFDC Customer Relationship Medical Coding SAP ABAP Continuous Improvement Professional Services Salesforce Lightning Core Java

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.6

Rated by 51 employees for salary & benefits

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 26 Apr 2022

4.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

...and Managers support us a lot in case of any issues or delays in the deliveries. Salary hikes were less how good you perform. Appraisals were less for the work.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Salary difference between associates who work well and who don't work was very less which leaves associates who work with an disappointment.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 23 Aug 2018

4.0
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Likes

Really a good place to learn and grow. Well balanced work-life.

  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Rating will be revealed on Jan month but salary will be revised on July month and get it on Aug 1st which almost half cycle completion of current year.

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

5.0
  •  posted on 19 Apr 2022

5.0
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...izant is a very great organization and each employer is treated as family here.. The compensation which we get for our work is very satisfactory. Work culture is very good and the company strictly follows ethics and always ensure safety of each employee.

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  • Salary - Excellent
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The only thing which is little upsetting is that our role is fixed and it's difficult to get opportunities in the area where we are truely interested in. If this one thing gets fixed my company will be definitely top 1 in all aspects

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 19 Feb 2022

4.0
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Likes

Ive mostly worked in client premises so cannot comment on Cognizant work culture but have a positive outlook towards work culture same like other MNC's.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Limited SAP Projects. 9 hours working hours. Pay is average.

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  posted on 16 Sep 2021

1.0
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Likes

Nothing any... full of politics, rude and unfriendly managers who just think I'm at the top of hierarchy and I can do anything

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Dislikes

Leadership team decision to delay promotion and salary hikes whenever there is bad market situation so be it Covid-19 pandemic or US presidential elections 2016 they just panicked out of sudden and act unethically against the employees to fire them out of the job by deliberately and unethically penalizing them with the lowest rating in the year end appraisal process. Later the situation proves not an issue in terms of company still earning fat profits/revenues with only employee got affected.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Cognizant Senior Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Developer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The average salary of a Senior Developer at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Senior Developer in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹13.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹21.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Developer 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 800+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Developer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Developer at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹93,079 to ₹95,577 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 12 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 800+ 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 Developer at Cognizant in Chennai?
To be a Senior Developer at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Salesforce
  • - Javascript
  • - Spring Boot
  • - Equity Research
  • - Relationship Management

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 Developer in India?
IBM ₹10.8 Lakhs to ₹21.4 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹5.9 Lakhs to ₹24.9 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 Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary of a Senior Developer at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

UST ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹20.3 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 Developer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Senior Developer at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Developer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Senior Developer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹21 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 887 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.