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Cognizant Software Engineer salaries in Pune (Updated 2025)

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0 - 7 years exp.
₹2.2 Lakhs - ₹15.1 Lakhs
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5% more than the average Software Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 7 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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0 - 7 years exp. (1.7k salaries)
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₹2.4 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr

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0 - 7 years exp. (106 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr

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₹2 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Software Engineer

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.3

Rated by 168 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 01 Nov 2022

2.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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Multiple leaves, No micro management, multiple learning platforms available, external certifications can be reimbursed, WFH till now

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  • Skill development - Good
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Salary growth is slow, attrition rate is high, maintenance projects mostly.

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  • Salary - Poor

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 26 Apr 2022

3.0
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...nd career guidance is provided. You can even participate in outreach activities. Salary not up to market standards. Best company to join as fresher if you get into good project.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Salary is not upto market standards.

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 04 Mar 2022

3.0
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Depends on project, if client is open for innovation and adapts latest technology.

  • Skill development - Excellent
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Compensation is decent, but growth is slow. Sometimes work pressure is high. Have to attend client calls in the evening and sometimes at late night.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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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.

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

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IT & Information Security Department

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  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0
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We can get free online portal like udemy.

  • Skill development - Good
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...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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Cognizant Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Engineer at Cognizant Pune?
Software Engineer salary at Cognizant in Pune ranges between ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 7 years. According to our estimates it is 5% more than the average Software Engineer Salary in India. Salary estimates are based on 2k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant Pune.
How does the salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant Pune compare with the average salary range for this job?
The average salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant is 5% more than the average salary of a Software Engineer in Pune. To know exact salary insights, login to view.
What are the top skills required to work as a Software Engineer at Cognizant?
Spring Boot, Java, Software Engineering, Microservices and Core Java are some of the popular skills required to work as a Software Engineer at Cognizant Pune.
Which similar companies are paying more than Cognizant to a Software Engineer in Pune?
  • Microsoft Corporation Software Engineer Salary - ₹27.2 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
  • Oracle Software Engineer Salary - ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹25.4 Lakhs per year
  • Concentrix Catalyst Software Engineer Salary - ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹23.3 Lakhs per year
  • NielsenIQ Software Engineer Salary - ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹21.1 Lakhs per year
  • Dell EMC Software Engineer Salary - ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹13.7 Lakhs per year
What is the salary of a Software Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?
  • IBM Software Engineer Salary - ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year
  • Zebra Technologies Software Engineer Salary - ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year
  • Tata Group Software Engineer Salary - ₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹14.6 Lakhs per year
  • Genpact Software Engineer Salary - ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹12.2 Lakhs per year
  • Wipro Software Engineer Salary - ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹15.6 Lakhs per year
What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer at Cognizant ranges between ₹60,958 per month to ₹62,502 per month in Pune. The take-home salary calculation is based on the average Cognizant Software Engineer salary in India which ranges between ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹15.1 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 7 years. Check how did we calculate take home salary?
What is the notice period for Software Engineer at Cognizant in Pune?
According to AmbitionBox, 30% of the Cognizant Software Engineers in Pune reported a notice period of 3 Months, 26% reported a notice period of 2 Months and the remaining reported other notice period durations. This is based on 1.4k responses on AmbitionBox in last 2 years.

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