Cognizant Chennai Software Associate Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 8 years exp.

₹5 Lakhs - ₹16.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

165% more than the average Software Associate Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Software Associate Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (41 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Software Associate Salary 7 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.8 L/yr - ₹11.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 13 Feb 2025

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Cognizant Software Associate Salary

2 - 8 years exp. (46 salaries)

₹5 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Capgemini Software Associate Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (48 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr 74% less
TCS Software Associate Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr 59% less
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Tech Mahindra Software Associate Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr 62% less
Accenture Software Associate Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 61% less
LTIMindtree Software Associate Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 64% less

Software Associate salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 46 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Software Associate salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 13 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (3 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr
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4 years (8 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
5 years (8 salaries)	₹7.1 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
6 years (11 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
7 years (9 salaries)	₹8.3 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
8 years (5 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹24.5 L/yr

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3.0

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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Despite the fact that cognizant is not directly involved, the management team is the worst because I had a bad rating once and spoke with my HR about it. She said that it was illogical to claim to be able to speak Hindi, and they do not care about employees. While some employees are excellent, favoritism is a non-issue in the Kolkata office. I will not receive any better senior support that would help me start from scratch.

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

...a result, you will be highly appreciated with a very bad rating and feedback. 5. salary is very low and there is no hike or promotion if you are not favourite candidate of your manager

Salary - Bad

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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

CTS provides a good work life balance and decent salary. All other things depends on the type of project which you got.

Salary - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

As a fresher you will be getting support projects , so be aware before choosing any project.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Junior Software Engineer in Mumbai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I have had the opportunity to work with clients, and I appreciate the client positive environment. which makes the work experience enjoyable. However, I feel that there isn’t anything particularly unique about the company itself.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

I appreciate my time at the company and the collaborative environment we have. However, I would like to express that the lack of promotions and salary increases has been a concern for me. It can be discouraging when hard work doesn't seem to be recognized through career advancement or financial rewards. I believe that addressing these aspects could greatly enhance employee satisfaction and motivation.

Salary - Bad

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Programmer Analyst in Noida

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 06 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

For me provide learning and development opportunities such as certification vouchers from various companies.

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

For me not giving salary hike as per my payable work for last 3 years but it depends on projects to projects and manager's not a company issue.

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Cognizant Software Associate Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Associate at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Software Associate at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 8 years).

The top 10% of Software Associate in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹12.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹16.5 Lakhs per year. Software Associate 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 40+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Associate at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Associate at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹79,382 to ₹81,447 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 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 40+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What is the salary of a Software Associate in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

TCS	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 Software Associate at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹8.6 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹7.1 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year

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