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Cognizant Software Engineer Developer salaries in India

Annual salary range
2 - 9 years exp.
₹6.5 Lakhs - ₹11 Lakhs
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8% more than the average Software Engineer Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 9 years of experience

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Last Updated: 3 Oct 2024

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Software Engineer Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹11 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 11 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Software Engineer Developer salaries

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹13.4 L/yr
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹13.9 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

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Quality Assurance Department

1.0
  •  posted on 27 Dec 2024

1.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

No hike, no job security, no skill development, no easy transportation.even if you learn new technologies they will ask for experience and make you work in technology which you already know.if you do "jing jack" you will get everything else you will be cornered and make you to think resigning is best than staying there

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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 28 Aug 2024

3.0
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Likes

The environment is pretty good and gets to learn new things.Also workload is manageable.

  • Work satisfaction - Excellent
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Dislikes

...curity. Silent layoffs are done in a disrespectful way including good employees. Very low salary for employees. And mainly doesn't settles your remaining amount after your resignation.

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  • Job security - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 06 Aug 2023

3.0
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Likes

1)Work Life balance is slightly at the better end 2) access to learning sites like udemy to go through any course to learn 3)mostly Hybrid at present and in some projects WFH is still there 4)People are very professional overall.

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  • Company culture - Good

Dislikes

1) Limited salary hikes 2)Delayed promotions 3)Mostly support based projects 4)In hybrid model no dedicated ODC, which makes it difficult to get seats as there are limited availability 5)Need to be very much exceptional to get rewards or recognition and one might often feel underappreciated and thankless. 6)Under health insurance scheme there is no coverage for domiciliary expenses. 7)Sometimes one might need to follow up multiple time regarding allowances even if the required steps are initiated from the project.

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  • Promotions - Poor

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BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

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  •  posted on 03 Aug 2023

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Likes

The work is so pathetic that if you are smart and know how to play with the managers you can easily cut it down to 2-3 hours a day max.

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  • Work-life balance - Good

Dislikes

...er level compared to my experience level and I still think its very low level. The salary is also pathetic and if you are a slacker or a lateral hire with less than 2 years at cognizant its okay to work at. Other than that just leave it and aim higher.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 13 Oct 2023

4.0
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Likes

If you get EU projects, work life balance will be better. Salary is average Good learning opportunities

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

It's a service based company like other WITCHA companies. Every thing will depend on the type of project you get and your manager. 10 hour shift which was introduced during covid because everyone was working from home is still going on Might get stagnated after few years.

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Cognizant Software Engineer Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Engineer Developer at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Software Engineer Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 9 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer Developer at Cognizant earn more than ₹10.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹11.0 Lakhs per year. Software Engineer Developer 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 Developer at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹56,318 to ₹57,730 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 9 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 Developer in India?
IBM ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹10.1 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹19.0 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 Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Software Engineer Developer at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Genpact ₹5.9 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.9 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹9.0 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 Engineer Developer at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Software Engineer Developer at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Engineer Developer can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹13.4 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Software Engineer Developer salary in India ranges between ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹11 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 11 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.