Cognizant Hyderabad / Secunderabad Software Testing Engineer Salaries by 5 Employees

2 - 4 years exp.

₹3.5 Lakhs - ₹7 Lakhs

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31% less than the average Software Testing Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 4 years of experience

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Last Updated: 18 Jun 2024

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Cognizant Software Testing Engineer Salary

2 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)

₹3.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

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TCS Software Testing Engineer Salary 2 - 11 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 154% more
Wipro Software Testing Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (21 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr 18% more
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Tech Mahindra Software Testing Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 21% more
HCLTech Software Testing Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 2% more
Infosys Software Testing Engineer Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr 40% more
NTT Data Software Testing Engineer Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 4% more
Concentrix Catalyst Software Testing Engineer Salary 5 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹9.2 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr 70% more
Dell EMC Software Testing Engineer Salary 3 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr 17% more
Genpact Software Testing Engineer Salary 3 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹5.8 L/yr 12% less

Software Testing Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 4 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Software Testing Engineer salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Last Updated: 18 Jun 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr
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4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Software Testing Engineer

Selenium Industrial Automation SCADA Defect Management Cucumber Test Engineering Testng C# Java Test Management Software Testing Jenkins SDLC Testing

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.5

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Associate Quality Assurance Engineer in Bargarh

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work life balance depends from project to project and the management as per where I'm working over the past 9 years I've established good work life balance.

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

...e eligible the promotion is like IJP and you might have to wait extra few years. Also, the pay is never revised and is way less than market value.

Salary - Bad

+2 more

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

Test Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Opportunity in Learning and development. Good and friendly managers if lucky. Salary and bonus credited in timely manner.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Politics. Communication gap between seniors and juniors. Weak appraisal structure. No fix time to log off. Usually have to work late.

Promotions - Poor

Test Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work environment and culture. Numbers of Skill up programs. Teammates are supportive. Company policies are good.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

...nity to choose their career path, the company should not impose any career path. Salary for undergraduate, specially from B.Sc CS, BCA and B.Sc IT is really low.

ETL Tester in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 08 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I worked on contractual role., as I hired on pandamic we never worked in office., So, no comments on company environment,salary hikes,bonus and policies. For us there will be minimal job security as we're not hired for full-time. Good experience working with the team., Appreciating the support from the management and team members.

Job security - Good

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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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Cognizant Software Testing Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The average salary of a Software Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 4 years).

The top 10% of Software Testing Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.0 Lakhs per year. Software Testing 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 5 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹41,256 to ₹42,402 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 2 years 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 5 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 Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

To be a Software Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

- Selenium
- Industrial Automation
- SCADA
- Defect Management
- Cucumber

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 Testing Engineer in India?

TCS	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst	₹9.2 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹4.0 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 Testing Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

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

Dell EMC	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
NTT Data	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹5.8 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 Testing Engineer at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹5.3 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Software Testing Engineer salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 5 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.