Cognizant System Admin Salaries by 7 Employees (Updated 2024)

3 - 4 years exp.

₹2.8 Lakhs - ₹6.3 Lakhs

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks System Admin Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹5.6 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA System Admin Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
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IT & Information Security System Admin Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 25 Nov 2023

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Wipro Infotech System Admin Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹1.2 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr 17% less
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Genpact System Admin Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹2.4 L/yr - ₹5.8 L/yr 19% less
HCL Infosystems System Admin Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹0.6 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr 57% less
HCL Group System Admin Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr 9% less
Concentrix Corporation System Admin Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 9% less

System Admin salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 4 years. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant System Admin salaries

Last Updated: 25 Nov 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (4 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr
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4 years (3 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

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IT Infrastructure Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

5.0

• posted on 13 Apr 2022

3.0

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Cognizant is working on strengthening it's own associates by optimising learning scopes and internal evaluation for promotion

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... document submission. They know only to reject without any proper justification. They think they are paying the salary from their pocket only

Senior IT Associate in Kolkata

Data Science & Analytics Department

3.0

• posted on 04 Feb 2022

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

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Except monthly salary, nothing to be present for liking

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No growth, no upskill push from your manager, And if you upskill yourself alongwith your work from learning portal, no body will appreciate or use your skill in project. Management is least bothered about your older skills and upskilling and your career growth

Senior Network Engineer in Kolkata

Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

4.0

• posted on 01 Oct 2020

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I think work balance is quite good . Work culture is a bit mixed bag for me . Management is supportive to some extent . Job security is there and there are ample learning opportunities on offer .

Dislikes

Inadequate compensation / benefits .

Network Analyst in Pune

Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

3.0

• posted on 20 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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All benefits are standard and all service companies give that. One good point is that you get more in hand salary as compared to other companies. No hidden components to CTC.

Dislikes

...n 2018. HR were asking employees to quit if you are on bench more than 2 months. Salary hike and promotions were minimal

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

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Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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Cognizant System Admin Salary FAQs

What is the salary of System Admin at Cognizant?

System Admin salary at Cognizant in India ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs for experience between 3 years to 4 years. According to our estimates it is 3% more than the average System Admin Salary in India. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant India.

How does the salary of a System Admin at Cognizant India compare with the average salary range for this job?

The average salary of a System Admin at Cognizant is 3% more than the average salary of a System Admin in India. To know exact salary insights, login to view.

Which similar companies are paying more than Cognizant to a System Admin in India?

DXC Technology System Admin Salary - ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
IBM System Admin Salary - ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year
Infosys System Admin Salary - ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech System Admin Salary - ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture System Admin Salary - ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year

What is the salary of a System Admin in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

Capgemini System Admin Salary - ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year
LTIMindtree System Admin Salary - ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs per year
TCS System Admin Salary - ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra System Admin Salary - ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Group System Admin Salary - ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year

What is the estimated take home salary of a System Admin at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a System Admin at Cognizant ranges between ₹36,365 per month to ₹37,585 per month in India. The take-home salary calculation is based on the average Cognizant System Admin salary in India which ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 4 years. Check how did we calculate take home salary?

What is the notice period for System Admin at Cognizant?

According to AmbitionBox, 67% of the Cognizant System Admins reported a notice period of 1 Month, 33% reported a notice period of 15 days or less.This is based on 3 responses on AmbitionBox in last 2 years.

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Cognizant System Admin salary in India ranges between ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 7 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.