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Cognizant System Administrator salaries in Pune

Annual salary range
2 - 6 years exp.
₹3.2 Lakhs - ₹9.6 Lakhs
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks
System Administrator Salary
3 - 6 years exp. (10 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

IT & Information Security
System Administrator Salary
2 - 6 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
System Administrator Salary
2 - 5 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹3.8 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Nov 2024

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Cognizant System Administrator Salary

2 - 6 years exp. (24 salaries)

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr

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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

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TCS System Administrator Salary

0 - 12 years exp. (535 salaries)

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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr

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IBM System Administrator Salary

2 - 11 years exp. (63 salaries)

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₹3.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra System Administrator Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (27 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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Infosys System Administrator Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (24 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr

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Atos System Administrator Salary

1 - 7 years exp. (23 salaries)

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₹2 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr

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₹5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr

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HCLTech System Administrator Salary

3 - 7 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr

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Capgemini System Administrator Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (9 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr

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Accenture System Administrator Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (6 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

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HCL Group System Administrator Salary

3 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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System Administrator salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 24 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant System Administrator salaries in Pune

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2 years  (5 salaries)

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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
3 years  (5 salaries)

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
4 years  (7 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr
5 years  (4 salaries)

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₹4.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
6 years  (3 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for System Administrator

System Administration Mainframes Windchill VDI Citrix

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.5

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

Dislikes

Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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  • Job security - Poor
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Consulting Department

2.0
  •  posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

Dislikes

1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

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Likes

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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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

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

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IT & Information Security Department

2.0
  •  posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0
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Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

...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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IT & Information Security Department

4.0
  •  posted on 30 Jan 2025

4.0
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Likes

...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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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

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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Cognizant System Administrator Salary FAQs

What is the salary of System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune?
The average salary of a System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 6 years).

The top 10% of System Administrator in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹7.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹13.0 Lakhs per year. System Administrator 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 20+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹48,969 to ₹50,126 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 6 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 20+ 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 System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune?
To be a System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - System Administration
  • - Mainframes
  • - Windchill
  • - VDI
  • - Citrix

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 System Administrator in India?
IBM ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹8.0 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 System Administrator in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?
The salary of a System Administrator at companies similar to Cognizant in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

TCS ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year
Zebra Technologies ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 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 System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune?
The salary growth for a System Administrator at Cognizant in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a System Administrator in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant System Administrator salary in Pune ranges between ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 24 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.