Cognizant Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

6 - 12 years exp.

₹4.9 Lakhs - ₹7.8 Lakhs

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22% less than the average Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 - 12 years of experience

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 8 - 9 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
Marketing & Communication Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 7 - 10 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
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Product Management Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 6 - 7 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
Quality Assurance Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 7 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 3 Jan 2025

Companies similar to Cognizant for Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead

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IBM Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 5 - 13 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr 66% more
TCS Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 7 - 10 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 3% more
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Accenture Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 4 - 13 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹11.7 L/yr 11% more
DXC Technology Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 10 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr 30% more
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 7 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6.9 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr 44% more
Genpact Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 7 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr 24% less
Wipro Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr 37% less
HCLTech Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary 7 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹7.2 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr 7% more

Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead salaries

Last Updated: 3 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
7 years (3 salaries)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
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8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹12.4 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.6 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr

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...fe balance. HR is so rude when you asks for work from home in serious situation. Salary is too less for the work. Promotions are fixed even if you perform better you only get promoted after a certain time that also depend on your team lead likings.

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Management will not care about your problems. Salary is low compared to competitors. They'll change your project at September and for year end rating they'll simply say we haven't got chance to fully understand your capabilities as you've recently joined in the project. Every year this loop continues. No matter how hard you work or how many appreciations you get from client. "The more number of days you're in the same LOB, the more rating you'll get." (This is the excuse I've got when I questioned about the rating, despite having multiple client appreciations). This demotivates for sure!

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4.0

• posted on 30 Jan 2025

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...fications. Also 50% reimbursement for other certifications related to your role. Salary is average, but not much competitive. Culture Depends on the project based on my 3 projects 1. Good 2. Great 3. Worst

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Job security depends on situations. Few of my friends were in bench for more than 6 months, happily receiving salary without joining any project. While one of my friend was dismissed from cognizant because of not reporting to office during bench time. It all depends on the lead., my last project lead is a good man but a bad lead, he is new to cognizant as well. He doesn't even hear your suggestions and made me lose 3 months of night shift allowances worth 18,000

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0 work life balance Even if you live thousands of kms away they will drag you to come to office And forget about good salary or promotion Join this company only if you want to destroy your life and your mental health

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Cognizant Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.8 Lakhs per year. Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead 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 8 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹51,591 to ₹52,807 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 12 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 8 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 Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead in India?

IBM	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹11.7 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹7.3 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 Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

The salary of a Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

TCS	₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹4.5 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 Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant in India?

The salary growth for a Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹12.1 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Subject Matter Expert and Team Lead salary in India ranges between ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.