Cognizant Senior Technology Lead Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 15 years exp.

₹9.5 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

27% less than the average Senior Technology Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 15 years of experience

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Last Updated: 9 Mar 2025

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Senior Technology Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 21 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Technology Lead salaries

Last Updated: 9 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13 L/yr - ₹23.7 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13 L/yr - ₹24.8 L/yr
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7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹25.8 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.9 L/yr - ₹26.9 L/yr
9 years (3 salaries)	₹9.5 L/yr - ₹27.9 L/yr
10 years (3 salaries)	₹11.2 L/yr - ₹17.2 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
12 years (4 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16 L/yr - ₹32.1 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.4 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19 L/yr - ₹34.8 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.0

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Technology Lead (working remotely)

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Sep 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant is very good MNC with offices over lots of cities in India with multiple campuses in cities like Pune, Chennai, Banglore, etc. Good policies, culture, work-life balance, job security are few of the many perks which we generally get in any typical MNC.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

It's very difficult to get promotion and good salary hike even though you are the best in your job. Work related things are totally subjective to the type of project you get which is true for all companies, so can't comment there. Almost NO on-site opportunities.

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

+2 more

Dislikes

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

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.

Project Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Dec 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

MNC benefits.

Dislikes

...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

Salary - Poor

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Cognizant Senior Technology Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Technology Lead at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Senior Technology Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Senior Technology Lead at Cognizant earn more than ₹19.2 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Technology Lead 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 20+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Technology Lead at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Technology Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,11,716 to ₹1,14,816 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 15 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 20+ 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 Technology Lead in India?

IBM	₹17.4 Lakhs to ₹50.1 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹13.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 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 Technology Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Accenture	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹20.6 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 Technology Lead at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹23.7 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹24.8 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹25.8 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹10.9 Lakhs to ₹26.9 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Senior Technology Lead salary in India ranges between ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 21 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.