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Cognizant Senior Software Tester salaries in India

Annual salary range
3 - 8 years exp.
₹3.8 Lakhs - ₹14 Lakhs
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6% more than the average Senior Software Tester Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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3 - 8 years exp. (45 salaries)
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

Quality Assurance
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4 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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3 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 11 Oct 2024

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Senior Software Tester salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹14 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 54 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.2

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

  • Skill development - Poor
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Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0
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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

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  • Work satisfaction - Good
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Dislikes

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

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0
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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.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

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

  • Promotions - Poor

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 24 Dec 2024

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Good I like that there are good projects available. If you get that great you will get experience and knowledge.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

1. Salary and hikes are low. 2. Poor employee welfare activities, once a year they take you out for team lunch. If you missed then nothing, no gifts, abs nothing, saving so much money but gives back nothing.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 28 Nov 2024

2.0
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Stability is good. Though in the ongoing global recession, many of my co-workers had to leave projects because of project ramp down and did not get any other projects. Instead of recruiting employees from bench in other projects they are hiring more from people outside.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

Appraisal is bad. So joining with low salary does not help much in the long run, better to switch.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Cognizant Senior Software Tester Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Software Tester at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Senior Software Tester at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 8 years).

The top 10% of Senior Software Tester at Cognizant earn more than ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹14.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Software Tester 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 50+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Software Tester at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Software Tester at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹68,118 to ₹69,865 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 8 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 50+ 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 Tester in India?
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹10.1 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹16.7 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 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 Tester in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Senior Software Tester at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

LTIMindtree ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹14.6 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹12.9 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹13.4 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 Tester at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Senior Software Tester at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Software Tester can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
3 years ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Senior Software Tester salary in India ranges between ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹14 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 54 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.