Cognizant Chennai System Analyst Salaries by 60+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 5 years exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹9 Lakhs

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53% less than the average System Analyst Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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IT & Information Security System Analyst Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (32 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7.1 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA System Analyst Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6.6 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks System Analyst Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

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Cognizant System Analyst Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (64 salaries)

₹2.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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TCS System Analyst Salary 1 - 10 years exp. (339 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹13.9 L/yr 61% more
UST System Analyst Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (118 salaries)	₹6.2 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr 150% more
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HCLTech System Analyst Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (45 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr 11% less
Wipro System Analyst Salary 1 - 9 years exp. (38 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr 58% more	1 job opening
DXC Technology System Analyst Salary 1 - 12 years exp. (34 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹12.9 L/yr 67% more
Tech Mahindra System Analyst Salary 2 - 14 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 147% more
Accenture System Analyst Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr 62% more
HCL Group System Analyst Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr 19% less
Infosys System Analyst Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 33% more	2 job openings
IBM System Analyst Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 230% more
Atos System Analyst Salary 4 - 10 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr 68% more
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Capgemini System Analyst Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr 14% less
NTT DATA, Inc. System Analyst Salary 3 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4.4 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr 37% more
HCL Infosystems System Analyst Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr 33% less
NTT Data System Analyst Salary 4 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr 24% more

System Analyst salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 64 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant System Analyst salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (20 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
2 years (22 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
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3 years (12 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5.9 L/yr
4 years (9 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.2

Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

System Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 11 Oct 2018

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Stressless environment in my project.

Job security - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

I assigned to some new role which was not properly designed with less pay(off campus selection) . As of now worked for 2 years but still didn't have proper idea of our role hierarchy and still less pay when compared to equal Experienced employees who came from On campus .

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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.

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.

Job security - Poor

+3 more

Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

Consulting Department

2.0

• posted on 19 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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

Skill development - Poor

+5 more

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Despite the fact that cognizant is not directly involved, the management team is the worst because I had a bad rating once and spoke with my HR about it. She said that it was illogical to claim to be able to speak Hindi, and they do not care about employees. While some employees are excellent, favoritism is a non-issue in the Kolkata office. I will not receive any better senior support that would help me start from scratch.

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

...a result, you will be highly appreciated with a very bad rating and feedback. 5. salary is very low and there is no hike or promotion if you are not favourite candidate of your manager

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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

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Cognizant System Analyst Salary FAQs

What is the salary of System Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a System Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 5 years).

The top 10% of System Analyst in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹5.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.7 Lakhs per year. System Analyst 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 60+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a System Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a System Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹37,202 to ₹38,409 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 5 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 60+ 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 Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a System Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- System Analysis
- Database Administration
- Oracle
- Kubernetes
- PLSQL

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 Analyst in India?

IBM	₹8.1 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹12.9 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 Analyst in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Accenture	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹13.9 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc.	₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹7.3 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.0 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 System Analyst at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.9 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year

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