Cognizant Kochi Senior Manager Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

14 - 25 years exp.

₹22 Lakhs - ₹36 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (92%)

₹29.4 Lakhs

Variable (8%)

₹2.6 Lakhs

27% more than the average Senior Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 14 - 25 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Manager Salary 14 - 23 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr
Project & Program Management Senior Manager Salary 16 - 23 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹23 L/yr - ₹32.3 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Senior Manager Salary 17 - 21 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹31 L/yr - ₹33.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Senior Manager Salary

14 - 25 years exp. (33 salaries)

₹22 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr

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Federal Bank Senior Manager Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 24% less
South Indian Bank Senior Manager Salary 9 - 16 years exp. (21 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 43% less
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Conduent Senior Manager Salary 16 - 18 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹15.8 L/yr - ₹30.2 L/yr 27% less	1 job opening
EY Global Delivery Services ( EY GDS) Senior Manager Salary 11 - 19 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹21 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr 53% more	1 job opening
Bharat Petroleum Senior Manager Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹24 L/yr - ₹44.5 L/yr 3% more

Senior Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹36 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 14 years to 25 years. Salary estimates are based on 33 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Manager salaries in Kochi

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
14 years (3 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹58 L/yr
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15+ years (30 salaries)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr

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Senior Manager

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Associate Director

14 - 26 years exp.

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Director

17 - 28 years exp.

28% hike

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Top skills at Cognizant for Senior Manager

Delivery Management Change Management Professional Services Program Delivery Knowledge Management

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

Senior Manager in Pune

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

2.0

• posted on 13 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...he organisation enjoying the perks. Most junior people are protected the most. Another positive is everyone gets the same percentage of salary hike as per the Rating.

Dislikes

Promotions are restricted to Kolkata or Chennai people mainly, other city people have less preference as the seniors sit there. Same while giving important projects. I was told by another existing person when I joined but after 3 yrs, realising the same unfortunately. Politics is v v high. They just want to meet the numbers, even if you manipulate or twist things, it's ok as there are no reviews. They just want to tick the boxes for the heck of it. Also, very old people..like dead wood not having visibility and understanding of what to do and get done. No industry scenario as they are frogs in a well. No one from non-Kolkata join here as it would be no learnings and no progression, no work scenarios here.

Skill development - Poor

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Senior Manager in Kolkata

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 02 Jul 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Very nice company, every company or person has good and bd things but if we compare overall it's much better than many

Skill development - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Only salary package little low compare to others but except that everything is good enough

Senior Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 Apr 2019

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The company has started working on AI and Automation, Onsite is dependent on the project and client location.

Dislikes

Compensation is decent, but growth is slow. the Work pressure is high, Sometimes, I have to work 12-13 hours straight in a day. On-Job training needs an improvement.

Salary - Poor

Senior Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Project & Program Management Department

1.0

• posted on 26 May 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

On-site opportunity was good with exposure to roles as expected on most of the times

Dislikes

HR team is overpowered unfortunately & they play around a lot with your compensation especially when you return from on-site to offshore. Compensation & promotions system is too biased

Salary - Bad

+3 more

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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Cognizant Senior Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Manager at Cognizant in Kochi?

The average salary of a Senior Manager at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 14 years to 25 years).

The top 10% of Senior Manager in Kochi at Cognizant earn more than ₹32.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹36.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Manager 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 30+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Manager at Cognizant in Kochi?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Manager at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹1,95,628 to ₹2,03,336 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 14 years to 25 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 30+ 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 Manager at Cognizant in Kochi?

To be a Senior Manager at Cognizant in Kochi, the key skills required include:

- Delivery Management
- Change Management
- Professional Services
- Program Delivery
- Knowledge 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 Manager in India?

EY Global Delivery Services ( EY GDS)	₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Bharat Petroleum	₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹44.5 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 in companies similar to Cognizant in Kochi?

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

Federal Bank	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Conduent	₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹30.2 Lakhs per year
South Indian Bank	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 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 at Cognizant in Kochi?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
14 years	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹58.0 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Senior Manager salary in Kochi ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹36 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 33 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.