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Cognizant Software Analyst salaries in India (Updated 2025)

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0 - 4 years exp.
₹3.4 Lakhs - ₹8.5 Lakhs
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Software Analyst Salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 4 years. Salary estimates are based on 88 latest salaries received... Read more

26% less than the average Software Analyst Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 4 years of experience

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Last Updated: 4 May 2025

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Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Software Analyst

5mo ago
₹8 Lakhs
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7mo ago
₹7.5 Lakhs
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8mo ago
₹5 Lakhs
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10mo ago
₹4.5 Lakhs
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10mo ago
₹7 Lakhs
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Cognizant Software Analyst salaries by

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Fresher  (45 salaries)

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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr
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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
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₹4 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr

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3.6

Rated by 8 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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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
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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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  • Salary - Bad
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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

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

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  • Salary - Poor
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Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0
  •  updated on 24 Apr 2025

1.0
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Nothing

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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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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  updated on 15 Apr 2025

4.0
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Work-life balance, Salary, Job security, Skill development, Work satisfaction & Company culture

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  • Salary - Good
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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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Cognizant Software Analyst Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Analyst at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Software Analyst at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 4 years).

The top 10% of Software Analyst at Cognizant earn more than ₹6.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.3 Lakhs per year. Software Analyst 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 80+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Analyst at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Analyst at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹39,259 to ₹40,435 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 4 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 80+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Software Analyst in India?
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹12.3 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 Software Analyst in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Software Analyst at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

NTT DATA, Inc. ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
UST ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
IBM ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹9.1 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹10.8 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 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 Software Analyst at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Software Analyst at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Analyst can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Software Analyst salary in India ranges between ₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 88 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.