Cognizant Senior Director Technology Salaries by 4 Employees (Updated 2025)

20 - 24 years exp.

₹50 Lakhs - ₹74 Lakhs

Low Confidence

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (74%)

₹42.5 Lakhs

Variable (26%)

₹15.0 Lakhs

11% less than the average Senior Director Technology Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 20 - 24 years of experience

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Data Science & Analytics Senior Director Technology Salary 23 - 24 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹60 L/yr - ₹74 L/yr
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Strategic & Top Management Senior Director Technology Salary 21 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹47.5 L/yr - ₹52.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Feb 2025

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Publicis Sapient Senior Director Technology Salary 20 - 24 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹60 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr 67% more
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Senior Director Technology salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹50 Lakhs to ₹74 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 20 years to 24 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Director Technology salaries

Last Updated: 14 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
15+ years (4 salaries)	₹50 L/yr - ₹74 L/yr
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Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

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MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

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Associate Director in Kolkata

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 30 Oct 2024

4.0

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Likes

...rn everything. Leadership is passionate of new technology and client centricity. Pays competitive salary benefits may not be high at times but sustainable for long, rewarding association. Will recommend people to experience Cognizant.

Salary - Good

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If you remain too good on a domain, likely you will get trapped into it and not allowed to learn horizontal skills. So keeping a balance and relationship to horizontal people are important in any large project centric organization.

Project Manager in Kolkata

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is great. There is lot of effort & importance given to training & reskilling.

Salary - Good

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Pay package is not the best but ifs OK. Even after honestly working with your best efforts & good ratings, you will not get promotion unless you really push for it.

Associate Director in Pune

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 15 Oct 2024

3.0

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Likes

Lot of opportunities to pick new skills and explore different technologies and areas of work. Diversity is given good recognition and opportunities

Skill development - Excellent

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Distance to office and compensation not upto market standards

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Full Time

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4.0

• posted on 01 Oct 2024

3.0

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Cognizant has large number of client in various domains providing a lot of opportunities across the world. I have got an opprtunity to work at different locations and in diversified tools and technologies and various domains. It has helped me build a robust career and helped me grow along with the organization.

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Cognizant Senior Director Technology Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Director Technology at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Senior Director Technology at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹74.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 20 years to 24 years).

The top 10% of Senior Director Technology at Cognizant earn more than ₹74.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹74.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Director Technology 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Director Technology at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Director Technology at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3,20,966 to ₹3,33,137 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹74.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 20 years to 24 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 4 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Senior Director Technology in India?

Lowe's	₹100.0 Lakhs to ₹245.0 Lakhs per year
Publicis Sapient	₹60.0 Lakhs to ₹102.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹48.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 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 Senior Director Technology in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

LTIMindtree

₹29.7 Lakhs to ₹37.9 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 Director Technology at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
15 years	₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹74.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Senior Director Technology salary in India ranges between ₹50 Lakhs to ₹74 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.