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Cognizant Team Lead salaries in Gurgaon / Gurugram (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 15 years exp.
₹5.3 Lakhs - ₹17.3 Lakhs
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7% more than the average Team Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 15 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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3 - 15 years exp. (63 salaries)
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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

Finance & Accounting
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3 - 13 years exp. (27 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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1 - 9 years exp. (16 salaries)
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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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5 - 12 years exp. (13 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

BFSI, Investments & Trading
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5 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹7.9 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr

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Last Updated: 2 Apr 2025

Companies similar to Cognizant for Team Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

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Cognizant Team Lead Salary

1 - 15 years exp. (167 salaries)

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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹17.3 L/yr

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Accenture Team Lead Salary

4 - 15 years exp. (1.6k salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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TCS Team Lead Salary

2 - 16 years exp. (160 salaries)

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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr

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IBM Team Lead Salary

4 - 14 years exp. (139 salaries)

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₹7.7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Wipro Team Lead Salary

2 - 15 years exp. (125 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Genpact Team Lead Salary

3 - 15 years exp. (116 salaries)

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr

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Capgemini Team Lead Salary

3 - 16 years exp. (83 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹21.2 L/yr

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HCLTech Team Lead Salary

3 - 14 years exp. (67 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Team Lead Salary

1 - 14 years exp. (62 salaries)

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₹5.8 L/yr - ₹20.4 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Team Lead Salary

4 - 17 years exp. (36 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

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NTT Data Team Lead Salary

5 - 12 years exp. (30 salaries)

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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr

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DXC Technology Team Lead Salary

6 - 15 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr

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HCL Group Team Lead Salary

5 - 11 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr

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HCL Infosystems Team Lead Salary

5 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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Team Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹17.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 167 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Team Lead salaries in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Last Updated: 2 Apr 2025

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1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr
3 years  (7 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
4 years  (7 salaries)

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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
5 years  (7 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr
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Cognizant Team Lead Salary and Career Growth

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1 - 18 years exp.

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19 - 26 years exp.

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Team Manager

6 - 18 years exp.
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Service Delivery Manager

9 - 21 years exp.
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Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Top skills at Cognizant for Team Lead

Team Leading Operations Management Process Training Team Management Service Delivery Feedback Business Improvement Team Management People Management Team Leading Operations Management Process Training Feedback Digital Marketing Customer Experience

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.2

Rated by 31 employees for salary & benefits

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0
  •  posted on 18 Oct 2023

2.0
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Job security

  • Job security - Good

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Salary & Benefits are poor, Not up to the expectations. No work life balance. 10 hrs working + min 1hrs to max 2hrs travelling for one side, i.e 14hrs approx gone only for company. 10hrs personal life :(

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  • Salary - Poor
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0
  •  posted on 15 Mar 2022

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Somewhat worklife balance. I don’t get that more often but sometimes you get that, which also depends on the project as well

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  • Skill development - Good
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No compensation in terms of package. Otherwise in terms of bonus or half yearly remuneration it is good

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  • Salary - Poor

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Project & Program Management Department

4.0
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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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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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Data Science & Analytics Department

2.0
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1.0
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Nothing to like.. only thing is atleast you will get your salary on time

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Everything… Salary, company culture , appraisal nothing is there… do not even provide relocation charges for company initiated relocations!!! One of the worst place to work

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Quality Assurance Department

2.0
  •  posted on 08 Mar 2024

3.0
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They give good package while joining

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Their talent supply team is useless. When you are on bench, they won't contact you or try to place you in some project. It becomes completely your responsibility to search a project for yourself

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  • Skill development - Bad
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Cognizant Team Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram?
The average salary of a Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram typically ranges from ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹17.3 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 15 years).

The top 10% of Team Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram at Cognizant earn more than ₹14.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹18.7 Lakhs per year. 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 100+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram?
The estimated take-home salary of a Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram typically ranges from ₹75,040 to ₹76,983 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹17.3 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 15 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 100+ 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 Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram?
To be a Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram, the key skills required include:

  • - Team Leading
  • - Operations Management
  • - Process Training
  • - Team Management
  • - Service Delivery

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 Team Lead in India?
Accenture ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹22.6 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 Team Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram?
The salary of a Team Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Capgemini ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹21.2 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹20.4 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹14.6 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc. ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram?
The salary growth for a Team Lead at Cognizant in Gurgaon / Gurugram depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Team Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Team Lead salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram ranges between ₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹17.3 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 167 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.