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Updated on: May 2025
Cognizant Eyes India’s Top Four IT Services Companies by 2027
Industry

Cognizant Eyes India’s Top Four IT Services Companies by 2027

Cognizant targets a return to the top tier of India’s IT services sector by 2027. At its annual investor meeting, CEO Ravi Kumar outlined the company’s ambition to join India’s top four IT firms — currently TCS, Infosys, HCL Technologies, and Wipro — by improving revenue, market share, large deal wins, and margin growth. Once […]

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Cognizant India: Hiring for Internship, Entry-Level and Other Roles
Hiring

Cognizant India: Hiring for Internship, Entry-Level and Other Roles

Cognizant India is actively hiring for various Internships, entry-level, and other roles across multiple locations. The company is looking to strengthen its workforce by onboarding fresh talent and experienced professionals in diverse domains. This recruitment drive includes both internship and entry-level positions as well as lateral hires, offering opportunities for candidates at different stages of […]

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Cognizant Appoints Sailaja Josyula as Global Head – GCC Service Line
Appointments

Cognizant Appoints Sailaja Josyula as Global Head – GCC Service Line

Cognizant, a leading global IT services company, has announced the appointment of Sailaja Josyula as the Global Head of its Global Capability Center (GCC) Service Line. Based in Hyderabad, Sailaja will lead the definition and execution of Cognizant’s GCC strategy. Surya Gummadi, President of Americas at Cognizant, expressed confidence in Sailaja’s leadership. She stated, “Sailaja […]

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Cognizant AI Strategy: 12,000 Roles Optimized, 14,000 Employees Return
Technology

Cognizant AI Strategy: 12,000 Roles Optimized, 14,000 Employees Return

Cognizant, a global leader in IT services and consulting, has made significant strides in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize its workforce. The company’s AI-driven initiatives have freed up 12,000 roles, enabling teams to accomplish more with fewer personnel. At the same time, Cognizant has seen 14,000 former employees rejoin the firm. This trend highlights […]

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Cognizant to Build 14-Acre AI Learning Hub in Chennai
Industry

Cognizant to Build 14-Acre AI Learning Hub in Chennai

Cognizant, a global leader in technology and professional services, has announced its ambitious plan to establish a 14-acre immersive AI learning center at its Siruseri campus in Chennai, India. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to train 100,000 individuals annually in advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, marking a significant step in the company’s commitment to talent […]

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Cognizant, Wipro Lead the Shift to Asset-Light Business Models
Industry

Cognizant, Wipro Lead the Shift to Asset-Light Business Models

Several leading companies in India are adopting asset-light business models, putting expansive IT campuses up for sale. This reflects a strategy to optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, and adapt to evolving workforce dynamics, including the rise of remote and hybrid work models. The asset-light approach involves reducing ownership of fixed assets, such as real estate, […]

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Cognizant Rewards Employees with Highest Bonuses in Three Years
Compensation

Cognizant Rewards Employees with Highest Bonuses in Three Years

Cognizant, a global leader in IT services and consulting, has begun distributing bonus letters to eligible employees for the year 2024. This announcement comes as a significant morale booster for the workforce, with bonus payouts ranging between 85% and 115% of the target amount. The company has also confirmed that these payouts represent the highest […]

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Cognizant Confirms On-Time Salary Hikes and Bonuses, No Delay
Compensation

Cognizant Confirms On-Time Salary Hikes and Bonuses, No Delay

Cognizant has addressed concerns about delayed salary hikes, confirming that merit increases for eligible employees will be implemented as planned in August. The company also assured that bonuses for eligible associates will be paid in mid-March. Reports suggesting a delay in the salary cycle are inaccurate, the company stated. In an official statement, Cognizant emphasized […]

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Operating Margin Pressures Lead Cognizant to Delay Pay Increases
Compensation

Operating Margin Pressures Lead Cognizant to Delay Pay Increases

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., a leading global IT services company, has recently announced the deferral of its annual salary hikes for employees by four months. Initially scheduled for April 2025, the pay increases will now be implemented in August 2025. This decision has sparked significant discussion within the industry, with many attributing the move to […]

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Cognizant Reports High Attrition: Causes and Impact
Editorial

Cognizant Reports High Attrition: Causes and Impact

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., a leading global IT services company, has been grappling with a high attrition rate that has surpassed its competitors. The company’s voluntary attrition rate for the 12 months leading up to December 2024 reached 15.9%, significantly higher than that of its peers, including Tata Consultancy Services Ltd (13%), Infosys Ltd (13.7%), […]

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Cognizant CEO Addresses Bonus and Salary Hike Concerns at Townhall
Compensation

Cognizant CEO Addresses Bonus and Salary Hike Concerns at Townhall

In a recent townhall meeting, Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S addressed employee concerns regarding the company’s bonus structure and the status of delayed salary hike letters. The townhall aimed to provide clarity on the company’s compensation plans and reassure employees about the company’s commitment to rewarding performance. The townhall provided an opportunity for employees to […]

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Cognizant in India Has Announced Walk-in Interview on Feb 15
Hiring

Cognizant in India Has Announced Walk-in Interview on Feb 15

Cognizant Technology Solutions has announced a walk-in interview drive for Software Development Engineers in Test (SDET) Automation roles to be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The Recruitment Drive will take place across four major cities in India Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, and Hyderabad aiming to fill positions that require robust expertise in automation testing. Job […]

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