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Cognizant Trainee Programmer salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 3 years exp.
₹1.8 Lakh - ₹4.7 Lakhs
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Engineering - Software & QA
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0 - 3 years exp. (229 salaries)
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹4.7 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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0 - 2 years exp. (101 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

Quality Assurance
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0 - 2 years exp. (40 salaries)
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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0 - 2 years exp. (24 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹3.1 L/yr

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0 - 3 years exp. (17 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr

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Trainee Programmer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹4.7 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 3 years. Salary estimates are based on 978 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Trainee Programmer salaries

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Fresher  (688 salaries)

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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
1 year  (239 salaries)

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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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₹2 L/yr - ₹4.7 L/yr
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Trainee Programmer

Quality Center JIRA Requirement Analysis Monthly Reports Delivery Leadership Requirement Analysis Mathematics Physics Interviewing Programming Computer science Hiring Service Desk Strong Analytical Skills Bsc

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

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Rated by 100 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 02 Jul 2023

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...r work. Because Cognizant freshers have a better workplace than other companies. You also get a good salary, according to TCS, a learning platform is available from where a lot of skill development can be done.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Keeping employees on the bench for a long timeKeeping employees on the bench for a long time.

  • Job security - Poor

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Quality Assurance Department

4.0
  •  posted on 01 May 2022

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Good work culture. Good seniors and colleagues who support and guide us. Cognizant has good values and has concern about our mental and physical health.

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  • Salary - Good
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The fresher salary could be better when they come from bachelor's degree.

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EAS Department

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For freshers its valuable place to work and we can learn so many things overthere,good support from seniors,and managers. u will feel comfortable ..

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  • Skill development - Good
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not much , company want to increase compensation for joining degree students, around 16-17k in hand salary starting for degree students will be good ..overall its good company ,the place we learn,earn,enjoy

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Quality Engineering & Assurance Department

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  •  posted on 03 Aug 2022

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Cognizant have it's own great culture, where you'll be treated equal to all the team members and in my case I got aa great team where all are very supportive and encourage you to learn and to balance your work and personal life

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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...e work with all the team mates with less salary based your degree/qualification. There is a much difference in compensation based on the qualifications, but the work you do is same🤷🏻‍♂️

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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It is one of the top MNCs in IT industry . It's a good organization and take care of its employees . Company policies are good and gives enough opportunities to learn.

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  • Skill development - Good
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...s from the CTC and call it is as bonus that will not be paid to the employees . And they also deduct so much money from salary in name of PF and so on that will not repayable to the employees.

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Cognizant Trainee Programmer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Trainee Programmer at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Trainee Programmer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.7 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 3 years).

The top 10% of Trainee Programmer at Cognizant earn more than ₹3.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹3.5 Lakhs per year. Trainee Programmer 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 900+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Trainee Programmer at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Trainee Programmer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹20,401 to ₹22,058 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 3 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 900+ 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 Trainee Programmer at Cognizant ?
To be a Trainee Programmer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Quality Center
  • - JIRA
  • - Requirement Analysis
  • - Monthly Reports
  • - Delivery Leadership

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 Trainee Programmer in India?
YASH Technologies ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Bitwise Solutions ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
SRM Technologies Pvt.Ltd ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹4.0 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 Trainee Programmer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Trainee Programmer at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

TCS ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.6 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹3.0 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 Trainee Programmer at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Trainee Programmer at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Trainee Programmer can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹4.7 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Trainee Programmer salary in India ranges between ₹1.8 Lakh to ₹4.7 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 978 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.