Cognizant Kolkata Technical Architect Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 18 years exp.

₹14 Lakhs - ₹37 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (94%)

₹26.4 Lakhs

Variable (6%)

₹1.6 Lakh

At par with the average Technical Architect Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 10 - 18 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Technical Architect Salary 10 - 18 years exp. (94 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
Project & Program Management Technical Architect Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Technical Architect Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
IT & Information Security Technical Architect Salary 11 - 18 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15 L/yr - ₹35.9 L/yr
Consulting Technical Architect Salary 14 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹29.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Technical Architect Salary

10 - 18 years exp. (127 salaries)

₹14 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr

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TCS Technical Architect Salary 8 - 20 years exp. (247 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹34.6 L/yr 23% less
HCLTech Technical Architect Salary 8 - 19 years exp. (45 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹37.9 L/yr 1% more	1 job opening
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IBM Technical Architect Salary 10 - 20 years exp. (38 salaries)	₹13.2 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr 12% more
Wipro Technical Architect Salary 10 - 19 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹12.2 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 4% less	1 job opening
Tech Mahindra Technical Architect Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (21 salaries)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr 8% more	2 job openings
Accenture Technical Architect Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹47 L/yr 24% more
Capgemini Technical Architect Salary 10 - 15 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹15.8 L/yr - ₹28.3 L/yr 2% less

Technical Architect salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹37 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 18 years. Salary estimates are based on 127 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Technical Architect salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (4 salaries)	₹11 L/yr - ₹48.9 L/yr
11 years (3 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹49.2 L/yr
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12 years (12 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹30.1 L/yr
13 years (24 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹31.1 L/yr
14 years (24 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹32.5 L/yr
15+ years (60 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr

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• posted on 16 Jun 2022

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Ontime salary,salary structure is good scope for tax savings.

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• posted on 13 Dec 2024

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MNC benefits.

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...you will come across all IT companies. Just learn to survive, upskill and excel. Do not depend on your job or salary, have multiple streams of income without moonlighting and switch jobs whenever you get a good opportunity. Work for your own success not for the company.

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 02 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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provide good learning and upskilling platform

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...ry pro Tamilian culture. if you are tamil then you get 1st chance for promotion. Salary structure not upto the mark like another MNC, So you can't save more tax

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Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

2.0

• posted on 27 Oct 2024

1.0

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...nsfer, incentives etc. Where employee will claims money for their official work. Only leadership people are enjoying their life with greater salary package and their earnings. Current CEO is taking more pkg but gives very poor hike to employee like 1-2%. Market is poor for junior level employee but leadership are enjoying.

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Cognizant Technical Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The average salary of a Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 18 years).

The top 10% of Technical Architect in Kolkata at Cognizant earn more than ₹30.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹36.2 Lakhs per year. Technical Architect 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 Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata?

The estimated take-home salary of a Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata typically ranges from ₹1,74,350 to ₹1,81,097 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 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 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 Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata?

To be a Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata, the key skills required include:

- Javascript
- .Net
- Enterprise Architect
- Solution Architecture
- Java

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 Technical Architect in India?

Accenture	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹13.2 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹37.9 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 Technical Architect in companies similar to Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

Capgemini	₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹28.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹12.2 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹34.6 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 Technical Architect at Cognizant in Kolkata?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹48.9 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹49.2 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹30.1 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹31.1 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Technical Architect salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹37 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 127 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.