Cognizant Chennai Trainee Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 2 years exp.

₹2.5 Lakhs - ₹5.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

61% more than the average Trainee Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 2 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Trainee Salary Fresher (4 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Trainee Salary Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Trainee Salary Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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Cognizant Trainee Salary

0 - 2 years exp. (16 salaries)

₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

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Atos Trainee Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (35 salaries)	₹2.3 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr 16% less
TCS Trainee Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (35 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr 38% less
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Wipro Trainee Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (20 salaries)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr 33% less	1 job opening
HCLTech Trainee Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹2.8 L/yr - ₹4.9 L/yr 12% more
Accenture Trainee Salary 1 - 2 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr 7% less
Tech Mahindra Trainee Salary 0 - 3 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr 28% less
Capgemini Trainee Salary 0 - 1 year exp. (3 salaries)	₹1.2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr 24% less

Trainee salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 2 years. Salary estimates are based on 16 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Trainee salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (10 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
1 year (5 salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Trainee

Salesforce Quality Center JIRA Requirement Analysis

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.9

Rated by 17 employees for salary & benefits

Trainee in Pune

QA Department

4.0

• posted on 12 Aug 2020

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I was intern in cognizant from jan to may and even after WFH they have given the salary. My friends who are not in the cognizant,they were not given salary. Team members and manager are co-operative.

Company culture - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

Skill development - Poor

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

Dislikes

Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

Salary - Poor

+4 more

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

Programmer Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I joined Cognizant as a fresher and it’s a best place for starting your career. Culture is very good maybe because of company USA origin. I got good ratings for my hard work without any politics.

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

Salary and hike is low. Waiting period for promotion is so high even though if you have top year end rating.

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Cognizant Trainee Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Trainee at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Trainee at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 2 years).

The top 10% of Trainee in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹5.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹5.5 Lakhs per year. Trainee 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Trainee at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Trainee at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹27,374 to ₹28,777 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 2 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 10+ 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 at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a Trainee at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Salesforce
- Quality Center
- JIRA
- Requirement Analysis

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 in India?

HCLTech

₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹4.9 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 in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Accenture	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹3.5 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 at Cognizant in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Trainee salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 16 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.