Cognizant Technical Lead Engineer Salaries by 30+ Employees

3 - 9 years exp.

₹4.6 Lakhs - ₹13 Lakhs

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41% less than the average Technical Lead Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Technical Lead Engineer Salary 4 - 9 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Technical Lead Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Technical Lead Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2023

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Technical Lead Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹13 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 38 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Technical Lead Engineer

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₹9.7 Lakhs

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₹6.9 Lakhs

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₹6.9 Lakhs

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₹10.5 Lakhs

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₹13 Lakhs

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Experience wise Cognizant Technical Lead Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (5 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
4 years (6 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹14.9 L/yr
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5 years (8 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr
6 years (5 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
7 years (8 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
8 years (4 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.7 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

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• posted on 21 Feb 2025

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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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...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

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3.0

• posted on 10 Feb 2025

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I have had the opportunity to work with clients, and I appreciate the client positive environment. which makes the work experience enjoyable. However, I feel that there isn’t anything particularly unique about the company itself.

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For me not giving salary hike as per my payable work for last 3 years but it depends on projects to projects and manager's not a company issue.

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Cognizant Technical Lead Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Technical Lead Engineer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Technical Lead Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 9 years).

The top 10% of Technical Lead Engineer at Cognizant earn more than ₹10.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹13.0 Lakhs per year. Technical Lead Engineer 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 30+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Technical Lead Engineer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Technical Lead Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹64,549 to ₹66,195 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 9 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 30+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Technical Lead Engineer in India?

UST	₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 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 Technical Lead Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Accenture	₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹13.7 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹6.9 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Infosystems	₹8.3 Lakhs to ₹17.0 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 Technical Lead Engineer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹14.9 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹9.4 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Technical Lead Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹13 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 38 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.