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Cognizant Software Engineer and Technical Lead salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
3 - 10 years exp.
₹7.3 Lakhs - ₹12 Lakhs
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50% less than the average Software Engineer and Technical Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 10 years of experience

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks
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3 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹7.9 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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4 - 6 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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5 - 6 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹6.9 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Software Engineer and Technical Lead Salary
6 - 7 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹13.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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Software Engineer and Technical Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 14 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Software Engineer and Technical Lead salaries

Last Updated: 20 Mar 2025

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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
4 years  (3 salaries)

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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
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₹8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
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₹8.2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
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₹7.9 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

5.0

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025
3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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  • Job security - Poor
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Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

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Consulting Department

2.0
  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025
3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

Dislikes

1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025
4.0
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Likes

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

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Dislikes

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

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

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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
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Dislikes

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025
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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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Dislikes

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

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Cognizant Software Engineer and Technical Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Software Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 10 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant earn more than ₹11.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.0 Lakhs per year. Software Engineer and Technical 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹71,385 to ₹73,224 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 10 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 10+ 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 Software Engineer and Technical Lead in India?
Capgemini ₹15.4 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹7.1 Lakhs to ₹24.0 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 Software Engineer and Technical Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Software Engineer and Technical Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Infosys ₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹14.5 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 Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Software Engineer and Technical Lead at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Engineer and Technical Lead can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
3 years ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Software Engineer and Technical Lead salary in India ranges between ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 14 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.