Cognizant Coimbatore Tester Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 5 years exp.

₹1.8 Lakh - ₹6 Lakhs

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At par with the average Tester Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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IT & Information Security Tester Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Tester Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Tester Salary 1 year exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Feb 2025

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Cognizant Tester Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)

₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

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Infosys Tester Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 30% less
Accenture Tester Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr 1% more
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MaxVal Group Tester Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr 59% more
FOCUS EDUMATICS Tester Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹5.8 L/yr 4% less
UST Tester Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr 6% more

Tester salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Tester salaries in Coimbatore

Last Updated: 14 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (3 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
2 years (3 salaries)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr
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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹6.9 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Tester

Selenium Testing Automation Testing Java Functional Testing

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Promotions - Poor

Associate Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 24 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Skill development - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

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.

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Nov 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

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

Salary - Poor

+1 more

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Nov 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Long term projects but mainly support projects. Flexible work timings On time salary and some increment every year Scope to show case your skills

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Every time you have search for the projects once your current project ramp down

Job security - Poor

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Cognizant Tester Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

The average salary of a Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore typically ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 5 years).

The top 10% of Tester in Coimbatore at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹6.0 Lakhs per year. Tester 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 Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

The estimated take-home salary of a Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore typically ranges from ₹39,284 to ₹40,460 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 5 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.

What are the key skills required to be a Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

To be a Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore, the key skills required include:

- Selenium
- Testing
- Automation Testing
- Java
- Functional 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 Tester in India?

MaxVal Group	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year
UST	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹8.7 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 Tester in companies similar to Cognizant in Coimbatore?

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

FOCUS EDUMATICS	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹5.8 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 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 Tester at Cognizant in Coimbatore?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹6.9 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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