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Cognizant Network Engineer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 8 years exp.
₹2.9 Lakhs - ₹12.6 Lakhs
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Network Engineer Salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 59 latest salaries received from various... Read more

53% more than the average Network Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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What are the roles & responsibilities of a Network Engineer at Cognizant?

Network Management

  • Monitor and maintain network infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot and resolve escalated network issues
  • Perform network upgrades and optimizations
  • Implement and enforce network security protocols

Technical Expertise

  • Design, implement, and maintain complex network infrastructure

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Last Updated: 25 Jun 2025

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4.4

Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

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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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Dislikes

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 .

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  • Job security - Bad
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Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0
  •  updated on 24 Apr 2025

1.0
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Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

Variable pay is not paid properly, income is taxed incorrectly, salary hike are postponed frequently, manager are not 1-1 relationship its a matrix system and home manager changes every 3 to 6 months, managers always deligate their own work to associates

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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  updated on 15 Apr 2025

4.0
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Likes

Work-life balance, Salary, Job security, Skill development, Work satisfaction & Company culture

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Hike Percentage, Expecting contribution more on the community side even we contributed a lot in the project in multiple areas apart from the project activities and they give reason to reduce the rating.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0
  •  updated on 20 Mar 2025

3.0
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Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

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  • Skill development - Good

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Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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3.0
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1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

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1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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Cognizant Network Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The average salary of a Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Network Engineer in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹9.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.6 Lakhs per year. Network Engineer 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 50+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹57,591 to ₹59,040 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 8 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 50+ 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 Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
To be a Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Routing and Switching
  • - Switching
  • - Sdwan
  • - Computer Networking
  • - PIC

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
What is the salary of a Network Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary of a Network Engineer at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Capgemini ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹11.6 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.2 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 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 Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Network Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Network Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹5.4 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
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Top skills at Cognizant for Network Engineer

Security Networking Cisco Switching Documentation Troubleshooting Sdwan Routing

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Cognizant Network Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 59 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.