Cognizant Senior Software Consultant Salaries by 9 Employees

4 - 11 years exp.

₹7.2 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs

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10% more than the average Senior Software Consultant Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 4 - 11 years of experience

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Last Updated: 4 Aug 2024

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Senior Software Consultant salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 4 years to 11 years. Salary estimates are based on 9 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Software Consultant salaries

Last Updated: 4 Aug 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
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6 years (3 salaries)	₹9.8 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹24.1 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹18 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.2 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.7 L/yr - ₹40.9 L/yr

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Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

2.0

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I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

Dislikes

Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

Salary - Poor

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Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

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Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

Programmer Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I joined Cognizant as a fresher and it’s a best place for starting your career. Culture is very good maybe because of company USA origin. I got good ratings for my hard work without any politics.

Skill development - Excellent

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Dislikes

Salary and hike is low. Waiting period for promotion is so high even though if you have top year end rating.

Programmer Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 04 Jan 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary comes on time. Leaves also gets approved easily.

Salary - Excellent

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Dislikes

No work life balance. No projects in company so they silently fires. Not so good culture. Not so get promotion(1-5%hike only) or no benefits (whole year). Not that much bonus yearly.

Skill development - Poor

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What is the salary of Senior Software Consultant at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Senior Software Consultant at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 4 years to 11 years).

The top 10% of Senior Software Consultant at Cognizant earn more than ₹24.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Software Consultant 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 9 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Software Consultant at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Software Consultant at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,20,485 to ₹1,23,868 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 4 years to 11 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 9 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 Software Consultant in India?

HCL Infosystems	₹16.8 Lakhs to ₹28.5 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC	₹15.6 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹27.0 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 Software Consultant in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

DXC Technology	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹28.7 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹22.2 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 Software Consultant at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
4 years	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹9.8 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹24.1 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Senior Software Consultant salary in India ranges between ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 9 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.