Cognizant Hyderabad / Secunderabad Intern Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 1 year exp.

₹1.5 Lakh - ₹6.8 Lakhs

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Intern Salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience. Salary estimates are based on 43 latest salaries received from various employees of... Read more

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Cognizant Intern Salary

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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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Fresher (37 salaries)	₹1.6 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr
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1 year (6 salaries)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr

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2.7

Rated by 21 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• updated on 11 Oct 2020

3.0

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It is very good to work here...I got lucky a good domain that is AI and analytics..seniors are helpful and awesome training lots of learning here

Skill development - Good

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Dislikes

It's platform where they take test ..it is very undeveloped ...some managers annoying and not helpful also monthly salary is pretty low ...but since they gave work from home so it is enough for me ..

Senior Associate in Gurgaon / Gurugram

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Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• updated on 03 May 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary is good when you switch job to cognizant.

Salary - Good

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No work life balance. I got project in another technology to the one I was hired for. There is lot of work pressure. It feels like a hanging sword. Any moment you can be fired .

Job security - Bad

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Programmer Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• updated on 30 Apr 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. High pay while joining. 2. work life balance 3. No micro monitoring

Skill development - Excellent

+4 more

Dislikes

1. No promotion and salary hike, so try to get high salary while joining. 2. Managers won't recognise your work while providing rating and appraisal meetings.

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Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• updated on 26 Apr 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

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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

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Data Science & Analytics Department

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• updated on 24 Apr 2025

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Cognizant Intern Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The average salary of a Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 1 year).

The top 10% of Intern in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹5.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹6.8 Lakhs per year. Intern 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 40+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The estimated take-home salary of a Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹29,634 to ₹30,953 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 1 year.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 40+ 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 Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

To be a Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

- International Voice Process
- voice process
- international bpo
- international voice
- customer support

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a Intern in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

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

Accenture	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹4.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹3.2 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 Intern at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Intern salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹6.8 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 43 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.