Cognizant Senior Manager-HR Salaries by 60+ Employees (Updated 2025)

12 - 21 years exp.

₹18 Lakhs - ₹31 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

27% more than the average Senior Manager-HR Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 12 - 21 years of experience

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Human Resources Senior Manager-HR Salary 12 - 21 years exp. (41 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Senior Manager-HR Salary 20 - 21 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹24.4 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

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UST Senior Manager-HR Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr 5% less
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Atos Senior Manager-HR Salary 15 - 17 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹27.1 L/yr 1% less
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HCL Infosystems Senior Manager-HR Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 64% less

Senior Manager-HR salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹18 Lakhs to ₹31 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 21 years. Salary estimates are based on 61 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Manager-HR salaries

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
12 years (3 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
13 years (4 salaries)	₹20.5 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
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14 years (6 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
15+ years (48 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.5

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

Junior HR Executive in Kochi

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Jan 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing, meets zero expectations. Made work like hell even during my maternity journey 24 hrs and with pretty worst monetary benefit. There was no work life balance and also I was forced to resign with no other option saying you cannot continue with your old role or team a month back when I was just about to join after ML.

Dislikes

Poor work-life balance, no salary hike, no benefits, no proper ratings, general shift has no timings it is round the clock.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Senior HR Executive in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Human Resources Department

3.0

• posted on 14 Jun 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...ules and regulations-Ethical practices Leaves compared to other IT companies Pay Work location flexibility

Salary - Good

Dislikes

Work culture is bad No scope for learning for Bschool students Non billable roles have no value in organisation Mixed up hierarchy structure

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

HR Executive in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Gurgaon

Intern

Administration & Facilities Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Jul 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I am interested in working at Cognizant because it is a leading global provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. I believe that working at Cognizant would give me the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the IT industry. Good luck with your Interview at Cognizant.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

...ced high employee attrition that increased from 10% in 2019 to over 30% in 2021. This was due to several factors, including layoffs under the CEO's cost-cutting plan, a merit-based pay system, and increased demand for niche digital skills.

Senior HR Coordinator in Coimbatore

HR shared services Department

3.0

• posted on 29 Apr 2021

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is good and job security is also fine for low grade positions

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

No respect for the employees who working years for cognizant ..no salary hike or promotion for them .... new joiners salary is far better than that. Management not even worry about the issues raised against the salary.

Salary - Poor

+2 more

HR Recruiter (working remotely)

Contractual

Human Resources Department

1.0

• posted on 18 Jul 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing except the fact that salary comes in time.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Everything. Huge pressure, no work life balance, they will treat you worse than dogs. Everything is wfh so no break. Eat, sleep, repeat with your laptop on

Salary - Poor

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Cognizant Senior Manager-HR Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Manager-HR at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Senior Manager-HR at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 21 years).

The top 10% of Senior Manager-HR at Cognizant earn more than ₹27.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.9 Lakhs per year. Senior Manager-HR 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 60+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Manager-HR at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Manager-HR at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,53,298 to ₹1,59,093 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 21 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 60+ 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 Manager-HR in India?

Accenture	₹17.2 Lakhs to ₹58.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹38.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 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 Manager-HR in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Atos	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹27.1 Lakhs per year
NielsenIQ	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Tata Group	₹13.1 Lakhs to ₹36.0 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 Manager-HR at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Senior Manager-HR salary in India ranges between ₹18 Lakhs to ₹31 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 61 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.