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Cognizant Technical Lead salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 15 years exp.
₹5.7 Lakhs - ₹22.8 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹12.6 Lakhs
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₹0.7 Lakh
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27% less than the average Technical Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 15 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
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2 - 15 years exp. (2.4k salaries)
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₹6 L/yr - ₹24.9 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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2 - 15 years exp. (1.2k salaries)
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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹18.8 L/yr

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2 - 14 years exp. (873 salaries)
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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr

Customer Success, Service & Operations
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2 - 14 years exp. (352 salaries)
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹18.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 24 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Technical Lead Salary

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Technical Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹22.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 5.5k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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2 years  (174 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr
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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹12.9 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Technical Lead

ITIL Team Leading Service Improvement Floor Management CSAT Customer Communication Change Management Test Cases Project Planning ITIL Team Leading Floor Management Project Management Feedback CSAT

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.4

Rated by 269 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 10 Feb 2024

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Work life balance, company culture ,senior support in projects , learning.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

Salary and hike is not like other companies.even for new joiners will give good salary but for people who working long time is not promoted and salary also will not be revised even they are well talented.

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  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

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Likes

The constant need for change. Learning opportunities provided to employees.

  • Job security - Good
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1. Pay / annual hike 2. Appraisal 3. The timelines to complete learning 4. The constant need to reduce workforce and taking in more projects

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  • Promotions - Poor

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
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3.0
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- work life balance - job security - learnings and upskilling

  • Skill development - Excellent
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- opportunities to apply new skill - new projects / ideas - bell curve - performance appraisal - compensation & benefits for long standing employees

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 15 Oct 2020

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I have worked in this organization around13 yrs. But, They didn't support me during the covid-19. Now, I am searching the job more than 4 months and totally changed my life style.am facing lot of problem my parent hospital expense, my kids school fee, house rent and personal loan..

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  • Work satisfaction - Good
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Nothing to tell dislike about my teammates and salary as well. But.. Only one dislike is lay-off me from the company. They should consider my experience in Cognizant.

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  • Job security - Bad

Consulting Department

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Salary will be credited on last working day of every month and has not skipped even once. Skill development is also one point that looks good, but you won't be utilised based on the trained skill.

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Learning opportunities are good but you won't be utilised for the skills; poor salary/appraisal; built with corrupt politics to the core; job security is not guaranteed (anytime you'll be thrown out); poor work-life balance (will be asked to work for 24x7, but allowances for outside normal hours will not be credited most of the time); issues related to payroll or anything involving HR (even if the issue is on the company side), will not be resolved easily and you'll be the victim anyway.

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Cognizant Technical Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Technical Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?
The average salary of a Technical Lead at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹22.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Technical Lead in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹16.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Technical 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 5400+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Technical Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Technical Lead at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹93,378 to ₹95,886 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹22.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years 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 5400+ 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 Lead at Cognizant in Chennai?
To be a Technical Lead at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - ITIL
  • - Team Leading
  • - Service Improvement
  • - Floor Management
  • - CSAT

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 Lead in India?
NielsenIQ ₹26.0 Lakhs to ₹49.4 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
UST ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 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 in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary of a Technical Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Capgemini ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹8.1 Lakhs to ₹30.0 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 at Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Technical Lead at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Technical Lead in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹11.2 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹12.9 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹13.8 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Technical Lead salary in Chennai ranges between ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹22.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 5.5k Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.