Cognizant Hyderabad / Secunderabad Senior Director Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

20 - 26 years exp.

₹40 Lakhs - ₹98 Lakhs

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28% more than the average Senior Director Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 20 - 26 years of experience

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Strategic & Top Management Senior Director Salary 21 - 25 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹76 L/yr - ₹98 L/yr
Finance & Accounting Senior Director Salary 22 - 24 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹55 L/yr - ₹80 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Senior Director Salary 24 - 25 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹65 L/yr - ₹69 L/yr
Project & Program Management Senior Director Salary 20 - 22 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹60 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr
Research & Development Senior Director Salary 24 - 26 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹55 L/yr - ₹63.9 L/yr

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Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Senior Director Salary

20 - 26 years exp. (17 salaries)

₹40 L/yr - ₹98 L/yr

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Capgemini Senior Director Salary 20 - 26 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹86.6 L/yr 27% less
NTT Data Senior Director Salary 17 - 22 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹28.8 L/yr - ₹67 L/yr 34% less
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Virtusa Consulting Services Senior Director Salary 18 - 27 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹38 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr 30% less
Sutherland Global Services Senior Director Salary 19 - 24 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹31 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr 36% less	1 job opening
JLL Senior Director Salary 13 - 26 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹69 L/yr 31% less

Senior Director salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹40 Lakhs to ₹98 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 20 years to 26 years. Salary estimates are based on 17 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Senior Director in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

4w ago

₹76 Lakhs

25 years exp.

3mo ago

₹80 Lakhs

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5mo ago

₹69 Lakhs

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6mo ago

₹80 Lakhs

24 years exp.

9mo ago

₹80 Lakhs

24 years exp.

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22 years exp.

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24 years exp.

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Experience wise Cognizant Senior Director salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
15+ years (17 salaries)	₹40 L/yr - ₹98 L/yr
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I have the following offers and confused to choose one. Exp: 6.8 Java backend dev cognizant - 25 lpa (24 fixed) Epam - 28 fixed Citi - 30 fixed If i ask epam with citi offer they will increase their offer, but my question is that worth negotiating with them? Please give you suggestions. My Last working day is 31 March 2025.

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Cognizant Senior Director Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The average salary of a Senior Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹98.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 20 years to 26 years).

The top 10% of Senior Director in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹94.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹98.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Director 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹3,94,286 to ₹4,06,910 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹98.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 20 years to 26 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 10+ 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 Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

To be a Senior Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

- Data Analytics
- Field Marketing
- Competitive Intelligence
- Integrated Marketing Communication
- Content Strategy

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 Director in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

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

Capgemini	₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹86.6 Lakhs per year
Virtusa Consulting Services	₹38.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year
JLL	₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹69.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹28.8 Lakhs to ₹67.0 Lakhs per year
Sutherland Global Services	₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 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 Director at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
15 years	₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹98.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Senior Director salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹40 Lakhs to ₹98 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 17 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.