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Cognizant Team Lead salaries in New Delhi (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
3 - 18 years exp.
₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹18.1 Lakhs
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₹10.1 Lakhs
Variable (5%)
₹0.6 Lakh
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27% more than the average Team Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 18 years of experience

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Customer Success, Service & Operations
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3 - 18 years exp. (100 salaries)
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr

Finance & Accounting
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5 - 15 years exp. (39 salaries)
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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr

BFSI, Investments & Trading
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3 - 14 years exp. (12 salaries)
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₹6.7 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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4 - 14 years exp. (12 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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4 - 13 years exp. (9 salaries)
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₹7.1 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Team Lead Salary

3 - 18 years exp. (215 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹18.1 L/yr

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Accenture Team Lead Salary

4 - 14 years exp. (1.3k salaries)

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₹6.9 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Tech Mahindra Team Lead Salary

1 - 15 years exp. (399 salaries)

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₹3.9 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr

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TCS Team Lead Salary

2 - 17 years exp. (228 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

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Wipro Team Lead Salary

2 - 15 years exp. (221 salaries)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr

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Genpact Team Lead Salary

3 - 15 years exp. (193 salaries)

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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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HCLTech Team Lead Salary

3 - 15 years exp. (164 salaries)

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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹21.9 L/yr

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IBM Team Lead Salary

4 - 15 years exp. (115 salaries)

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₹6.1 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr

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Capgemini Team Lead Salary

3 - 17 years exp. (112 salaries)

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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹15.9 L/yr

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NTT DATA, Inc. Team Lead Salary

6 - 17 years exp. (48 salaries)

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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

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DXC Technology Team Lead Salary

5 - 15 years exp. (30 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr

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HCL Group Team Lead Salary

5 - 12 years exp. (28 salaries)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr

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NTT Data Team Lead Salary

3 - 12 years exp. (20 salaries)

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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹15.3 L/yr

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HCL Infosystems Team Lead Salary

5 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹2.8 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr

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Team Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 18 years. Salary estimates are based on 215 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Team Lead salaries in New Delhi

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
3 years  (4 salaries)

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₹8.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
4 years  (9 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr
5 years  (17 salaries)

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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
6 years  (11 salaries)

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₹5.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
7 years  (18 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹14.2 L/yr
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Cognizant Team Lead Salary and Career Growth

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3 - 18 years exp.

Senior Director

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19 - 26 years exp.

Team Lead

3 - 18 years exp.
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Team Manager

5 - 19 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

2.7

Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

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Project & Program Management Department

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  •  posted on 18 Dec 2024

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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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Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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Data Science & Analytics Department

2.0
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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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  • Salary - Bad
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Quality Assurance Department

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  •  posted on 08 Mar 2024

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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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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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  •  posted on 18 Oct 2023

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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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BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

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No work life balance and additional salary benefits. But there is job security since cognizant has many clients under its belt and they would place you somewhere you fit into.

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Work life balance Salary benefits Allowances Work environment 10 hours shift

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Cognizant Team Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Team Lead at Cognizant in New Delhi?
The average salary of a Team Lead at Cognizant in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 18 years).

The top 10% of Team Lead in New Delhi at Cognizant earn more than ₹14.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹18.4 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 200+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Team Lead at Cognizant in New Delhi?
The estimated take-home salary of a Team Lead at Cognizant in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹76,796 to ₹78,788 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 18 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 200+ 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 New Delhi?
To be a Team Lead at Cognizant in New Delhi, 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 ₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹15.5 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 New Delhi?
The salary of a Team Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in New Delhi varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

NTT Data ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹15.9 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹15.2 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year
NTT DATA, Inc. ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹13.0 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 New Delhi?
The salary growth for a Team Lead at Cognizant in New Delhi depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Team Lead in New Delhi can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
3 years ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15.2 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Team Lead salary in New Delhi ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 215 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.