Cognizant Mumbai Software Tester Salaries by 10+ Employees

1 - 4 years exp.

₹3.5 Lakhs - ₹7 Lakhs

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31% more than the average Software Tester Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 4 years of experience

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Last Updated: 24 Sep 2024

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Cognizant Software Tester Salary

1 - 4 years exp. (18 salaries)

₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS Software Tester Salary 0 - 10 years exp. (136 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr 12% less
Capgemini Software Tester Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (41 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 22% less
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Accenture Software Tester Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (35 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr 16% less
Tech Mahindra Software Tester Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (18 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 22% less
Wipro Software Tester Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr 27% less
Infosys Software Tester Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr 29% less
IBM Software Tester Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 4% more
HCLTech Software Tester Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr 19% less

Software Tester salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 4 years. Salary estimates are based on 18 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Software Tester salaries in Mumbai

Last Updated: 24 Sep 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.6 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
2 years (6 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
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3 years (10 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Software Tester

Field Work Selenium Testing Vigilance SQL Banking Operations Java

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Software Tester in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 19 Sep 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. The company provides Cab Services which is a good 2. Good Exposure to Client Side projects 3. Work from home is provided

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

1. No compensation is provided like fuel or petrol charges 2. Salary hike is very low as 4-6% per year 3. Work culture is not good some managers are old and don't understand and help there resources

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Software Tester in Kolkata, Bangalore

Consulting Department

3.0

• posted on 11 May 2021

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good learning opportunity from different BU In some project managers give chances to work freely in automation and they support and guide. If you have proof and genuine issues, HR do involve

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

...t, Lots of internal politics for promotion , rating even for project movement, Less hike and bonus, Work life banance is tough in some project If you are lucky enough then only you will get good peaople/ colleagues/seniors/managers

Salary - Bad

+1 more

Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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What is the salary of Software Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai?

The average salary of a Software Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 4 years).

The top 10% of Software Tester in Mumbai at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.0 Lakhs per year. Software Tester 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 Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai typically ranges from ₹46,861 to ₹47,971 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 4 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.

What are the key skills required to be a Software Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai?

To be a Software Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai, the key skills required include:

- Field Work
- Selenium Testing
- Vigilance
- SQL
- Banking Operations

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 Tester in India?

IBM	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹10.5 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 Tester in companies similar to Cognizant in Mumbai?

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

TCS	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 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 Tester at Cognizant in Mumbai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Software Tester salary in Mumbai ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 18 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.