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Experience wise Cognizant Software Development Manager salaries
Last Updated: 28 Mar 2025
| Experience | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹17.1
L/yr
- ₹21.9
L/yr
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| 4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹18.3
L/yr
- ₹23.3
L/yr
|
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| 5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹19.4
L/yr
- ₹24.8
L/yr
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| 6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹20.5
L/yr
- ₹26.2
L/yr
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| 7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate) |
₹21.7
L/yr
- ₹27.7
L/yr
|
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Cognizant Software Development Manager Salary FAQs
The top 10% of Software Development Manager at Cognizant earn more than ₹46.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹47.5 Lakhs per year. Software Development 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 7 Cognizant employees in India.
| IBM | ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Accenture | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year |
| Societe Generale Global Solution Centre | ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year |
| Capgemini | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹36.0 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.
| Dell EMC | ₹15.9 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| DXC Technology | ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| NTT Data | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| NTT DATA, Inc. | ₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹14.7 Lakhs per year |
| Genpact | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹20.8 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.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹17.1 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹18.3 Lakhs to ₹23.3 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹24.8 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹26.2 Lakhs per year |
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Cognizant Software Development Manager salary
in
India
ranges between ₹11.6
Lakhs to ₹47.5
Lakhs with an average annual salary of
₹
. Salary estimates are based on
7
Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of
Cognizant.