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Cognizant Test Lead salaries in Pune (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
6 - 15 years exp.
₹6.5 Lakhs - ₹23.4 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹15.4 Lakhs
Variable (5%)
₹0.8 Lakh
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Engineering - Software & QA
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6 - 15 years exp. (95 salaries)
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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹23.4 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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10 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹12.3 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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7 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 10 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Test Lead Salary

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Test Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹23.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 117 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Test Lead salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 10 Mar 2025

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6 years  (5 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
7 years  (5 salaries)

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₹7.1 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr
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₹8 L/yr - ₹19.9 L/yr
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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹19.9 L/yr
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₹9 L/yr - ₹20.7 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Test Lead

Cucumber Java Selenium Automation Testing Mobile Testing SQL API C# Appium C++ Unix Python Agile

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

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IT & Information Security Department

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  •  posted on 26 Jan 2025

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Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

  • Skill development - Poor
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Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

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Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

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  • Work satisfaction - Good
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Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 10 Jan 2025

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If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

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  • Salary - Good
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The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

  • Promotions - Poor

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 24 Dec 2024

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Good I like that there are good projects available. If you get that great you will get experience and knowledge.

  • Skill development - Good
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1. Salary and hikes are low. 2. Poor employee welfare activities, once a year they take you out for team lunch. If you missed then nothing, no gifts, abs nothing, saving so much money but gives back nothing.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 28 Nov 2024

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Stability is good. Though in the ongoing global recession, many of my co-workers had to leave projects because of project ramp down and did not get any other projects. Instead of recruiting employees from bench in other projects they are hiring more from people outside.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Appraisal is bad. So joining with low salary does not help much in the long run, better to switch.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Cognizant Test Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune?
The average salary of a Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹23.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Test Lead in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹19.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹22.5 Lakhs per year. Test 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 100+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹1,10,440 to ₹1,13,499 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹23.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 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 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 Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune?
To be a Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - Cucumber
  • - Java
  • - Selenium
  • - Automation Testing
  • - Mobile Testing

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 Test Lead in India?
IBM ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹12.2 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹8.0 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 Test Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in Pune?
The salary of a Test Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCLTech ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹26.5 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹7.9 Lakhs to ₹19.7 Lakhs per year
Atos ₹5.9 Lakhs to ₹18.6 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 Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune?
The salary growth for a Test Lead at Cognizant in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Test Lead in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
6 years ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹7.1 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹19.9 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹19.9 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Test Lead salary in Pune ranges between ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹23.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 117 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.