Cognizant Coimbatore Software Engineer Salaries by 500+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 7 years exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹14.1 Lakhs

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Engineering - Software & QA Software Engineer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (383 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr
IT & Information Security Software Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (57 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Software Engineer Salary 3 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

Last Updated: 6 Apr 2025

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Cognizant Software Engineer Salary

0 - 7 years exp. (546 salaries)

₹2.5 L/yr - ₹14.1 L/yr

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Bosch Global Software Technologies Software Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (513 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11.3 L/yr 4% more
Orion Innovation Software Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (142 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 16% less
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Bosch Software Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (70 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹11.4 L/yr 5% more	1 job opening
PSG Software Technologies Software Engineer Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (45 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 56% less
ValueMomentum Software Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (45 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 28% less	1 job opening

Software Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹14.1 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 546 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Software Engineer salaries in Coimbatore

Last Updated: 6 Apr 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (3 salaries)	₹0.8 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year (28 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr
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2 years (141 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
3 years (168 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr
4 years (92 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹12.8 L/yr
5 years (65 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
6 years (34 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
7 years (15 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr

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Senior Associate

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Manager

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4.0

Rated by 28 employees for salary & benefits

Software Engineer in Coimbatore

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 01 Aug 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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...d wave and get payed medical leave of 21 working days. They sent me dry fruites. Salary also normalize most of the employe when I was working with cts. I am also get increment letter 2(hike + normalization) times in a year.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

Assigned to old tech stack project sometimes.

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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

Salary - Good

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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

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

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 03 Oct 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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My team is really nice, and it's not the case with all the other teams.

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Salary, benefits, appraisals, recognition is non existent. Plus there's a lot of politics here, so much that you'll wanna rip your hair off

Salary - Bad

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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 18 Aug 2024

2.0

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The work culture is positive and the facilities are excellent. Cognizant provides ample opportunities for professional development and knowledge expansion.

Skill development - Excellent

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...rk using Teams, it would be more efficient to allow employees to work from home. With such less salary and hikes it is impossible for one to work here.

Salary - Poor

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I have the following offers and confused to choose one. Exp: 6.8 Java backend dev cognizant - 25 lpa (24 fixed) Epam - 28 fixed Citi - 30 fixed If i ask epam with citi offer they will increase their offer, but my question is that worth negotiating with them? Please give you suggestions. My Last working day is 31 March 2025.

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What is the salary of Software Engineer at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

The average salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant in Coimbatore typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹14.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 7 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer in Coimbatore at Cognizant earn more than ₹10.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹16.0 Lakhs per year. Software Engineer 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 500+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant in Coimbatore typically ranges from ₹55,127 to ₹56,506 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹14.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 7 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 500+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Software Engineer at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

To be a Software Engineer at Cognizant in Coimbatore, the key skills required include:

- Spring Boot
- Java
- Software Engineering
- Microservices
- Core Java

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Software Engineer in India?

Bosch	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.4 Lakhs per year
Bosch Global Software Technologies	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.3 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 in companies similar to Cognizant in Coimbatore?

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

Orion Innovation	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
ValueMomentum	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
PSG Software Technologies	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹5.0 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 at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹0.8 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.3 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Software Engineer salary in Coimbatore ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹14.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 546 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Cognizant Software Engineer salaries in Coimbatore (Updated 2025)

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