Cognizant Software Developer Salaries by 6100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 9 years exp.

₹2.4 Lakhs - ₹20.7 Lakhs

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27% more than the average Software Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 0 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Software Developer Salary 0 - 9 years exp. (5k salaries)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
IT & Information Security Software Developer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (218 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Software Developer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (113 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

Last Updated: 26 Mar 2025

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Software Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹20.7 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 6.1k latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Software Developer salaries

Last Updated: 26 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (272 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr
1 year (471 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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2 years (983 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹10.5 L/yr
3 years (1.5k salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
4 years (1.2k salaries)	₹4.3 L/yr - ₹16.1 L/yr
5 years (819 salaries)	₹4.9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
6 years (440 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
7 years (248 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr
8 years (128 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr
9 years (25 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.6

Rated by 478 employees for salary & benefits

Software Developer in Chennai

Full Time

Quality Assurance Department

1.0

• posted on 27 Dec 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

No hike, no job security, no skill development, no easy transportation.even if you learn new technologies they will ask for experience and make you work in technology which you already know.if you do "jing jack" you will get everything else you will be cornered and make you to think resigning is best than staying there

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Software Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Aug 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The environment is pretty good and gets to learn new things.Also workload is manageable.

Work satisfaction - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

...curity. Silent layoffs are done in a disrespectful way including good employees. Very low salary for employees. And mainly doesn't settles your remaining amount after your resignation.

Job security - Bad

+1 more

Software Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 13 Oct 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you get EU projects, work life balance will be better. Salary is average Good learning opportunities

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

It's a service based company like other WITCHA companies. Every thing will depend on the type of project you get and your manager. 10 hour shift which was introduced during covid because everyone was working from home is still going on Might get stagnated after few years.

Software Developer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 17 Jan 2023

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work is respectable and is technically sound when compared to other MNCs.

Job security - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

Extremely low salary Even when eligible, requests for pay increases go unanswered. Equal-level roles are paid differently, which is blatantly rude. People with the same amount of experience in various technology stacks differ by 1.5–1.6 times on average.

Salary - Bad

+1 more

Software Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 26 May 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job is secure even in the pandemic.

Dislikes

... for 8-9 hours everyday to the management while working for 3rd party companies. I've been working for more than a year inthe company and still there is no hike in salary or promotion. People don't care about your well being.

Salary - Bad

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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What is the salary of Software Developer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Software Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹20.7 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 9 years).

The top 10% of Software Developer at Cognizant earn more than ₹13.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹21.0 Lakhs per year. Software Developer 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 6100+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Developer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹77,206 to ₹79,210 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹20.7 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 9 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 6100+ 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 Software Developer at Cognizant ?

To be a Software Developer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Spring Boot
- Java
- Maven
- Core Java
- Microservices

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 Software Developer in India?

IBM	₹10.1 Lakhs to ₹30.6 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹24.5 Lakhs per year
Koch Business Solutions	₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year
NielsenIQ	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹21.4 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 Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Concentrix Catalyst	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
NTT	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹17.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹15.5 Lakhs per year
Dell R&D Center	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹11.9 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 Developer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹10.5 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year

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