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Cognizant Software Developer salaries in Pune (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
0 - 9 years exp.
₹2.7 Lakhs - ₹21.6 Lakhs
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Software Developer Salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹21.6 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 779 latest salaries received... Read more

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What are the roles & responsibilities of a Software Developer at Cognizant?

Technical Development

  • Develop applications using .NET technologies
  • Implement microservices architecture
  • Utilize cloud services for application deployment
  • Create and maintain APIs

Collaboration

  • Work with cross-functional teams
  • Participate in code reviews
  • Engage in agile development processes

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Last Updated: 17 Jul 2025

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Senior Software Developer

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3.5

Rated by 61 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  updated on 06 Jun 2025

3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Leaves (lots of leaves) Some good managers Good learning. You have udemy, multiple cloud partners. You can study for free. Colleagues are friendly. No strict office timing ( you can just stay for an hour and do wfh) Food is ok. If you are an extrovert, there are lot kf outreach programs. Transparency till higher management.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

Recently, After CEO change there are No promotion, No hikes and no good projects. They are loosing clients left and right, leading to less salary, heavy firing, cost cuts, less variable bay (even for 5 Rating, you'll get 2K hike) Mostly due to losing projects, there is mainly prod support or infra setup for US based companies. Some managers are heavily toxic, that they take personal vengeance with you.

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Quality Assurance Department

1.0
  •  updated on 27 Dec 2024

1.0
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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

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  updated on 28 Aug 2024

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Likes

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

  • Work satisfaction - Excellent
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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.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  updated on 13 Oct 2023

4.0
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Likes

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

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  • Salary - Good
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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.

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

  • Job security - Excellent
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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.

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Cognizant Software Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Developer at Cognizant in Pune?
The average salary of a Software Developer at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹21.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 9 years).

The top 10% of Software Developer in Pune at Cognizant earn more than ₹15.7 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹22.7 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 700+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Developer at Cognizant in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Developer at Cognizant in Pune typically ranges from ₹83,268 to ₹85,443 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹21.6 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 700+ 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 in Pune?
To be a Software Developer at Cognizant in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - Spring Boot
  • - Java
  • - Maven
  • - Core Java
  • - Java

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 ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹34.9 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC ₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹23.2 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹28.2 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre ₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹25.5 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 Pune?
The salary of a Software Developer at companies similar to Cognizant in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wipro ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹24.4 Lakhs per year
NielsenIQ ₹9.8 Lakhs to ₹16.3 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹21.7 Lakhs per year
TCS ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹17.7 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 Pune?
The salary growth for a Software Developer at Cognizant in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Developer in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs per year
and so on.

Top skills at Cognizant for Software Developer

AWS .NET Javascript Spring Boot TypeScript Microservices

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Cognizant Software Developer salary in Pune ranges between ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹21.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 779 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.