Cognizant Chennai Technical Test Leader Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

7 - 14 years exp.

₹11.8 Lakhs - ₹20.5 Lakhs

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42% more than the average Technical Test Leader Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 7 - 14 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Technical Test Leader Salary 7 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹11.8 L/yr - ₹18.4 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Technical Test Leader Salary 12 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Technical Test Leader Salary

7 - 14 years exp. (8 salaries)

₹11.8 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr

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HCLTech Technical Test Leader Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹9.1 L/yr - ₹17.7 L/yr 29% less
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TCS Technical Test Leader Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 39% less
Wipro Technical Test Leader Salary 9 - 13 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr 6% more
HCL Group Technical Test Leader Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 23% less
Accenture Technical Test Leader Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr 30% less
Tech Mahindra Technical Test Leader Salary 8 - 9 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹12.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 27% less

Technical Test Leader salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 7 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Technical Test Leader salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.2 L/yr - ₹19.4 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr
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9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.7 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.3 L/yr - ₹20.8 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.6 L/yr - ₹21.2 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.8 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹17.1 L/yr - ₹21.9 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

Technical Test Leader in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Energy & Mining Department

4.0

• posted on 17 Oct 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

You will certainly get a drive to upgrade yourself to the next chapter yes a wider problem of moving to your choice of career is also in phase and if planned correctly things would be fine

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Still need to work on aspect that is leveling salary structure as per industry standards, this I still believe to be a big loop hole of the entire industry that to fetch a better salary people make a switch else people have been working in accounts for a while now and it depends on industry leaders how they can fix this problem but it certainly is a wider problem

Associate Quality Assurance Engineer in Bargarh

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work life balance depends from project to project and the management as per where I'm working over the past 9 years I've established good work life balance.

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

...e eligible the promotion is like IJP and you might have to wait extra few years. Also, the pay is never revised and is way less than market value.

Salary - Bad

+2 more

Software Tester in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 19 Sep 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. The company provides Cab Services which is a good 2. Good Exposure to Client Side projects 3. Work from home is provided

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

1. No compensation is provided like fuel or petrol charges 2. Salary hike is very low as 4-6% per year 3. Work culture is not good some managers are old and don't understand and help there resources

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Test Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Opportunity in Learning and development. Good and friendly managers if lucky. Salary and bonus credited in timely manner.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Politics. Communication gap between seniors and juniors. Weak appraisal structure. No fix time to log off. Usually have to work late.

Promotions - Poor

Test Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work environment and culture. Numbers of Skill up programs. Teammates are supportive. Company policies are good.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

...nity to choose their career path, the company should not impose any career path. Salary for undergraduate, specially from B.Sc CS, BCA and B.Sc IT is really low.

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Cognizant Technical Test Leader Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Technical Test Leader at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Technical Test Leader at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 7 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Technical Test Leader in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹20.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹20.5 Lakhs per year. Technical Test Leader 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 8 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Technical Test Leader at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Technical Test Leader at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,21,642 to ₹1,25,118 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 7 years to 14 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 8 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 Test Leader in India?

Wipro

₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 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 Test Leader in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

HCL Group	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹12.6 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹17.7 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹19.0 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 Test Leader at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
7 years	₹15.2 Lakhs to ₹19.4 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹19.8 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹15.7 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Technical Test Leader salary in Chennai ranges between ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹20.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.