Cognizant’s RS 2.5 lakh annual pay, a decadal low, sparks outrage

Cognizant’s off-campus recruitment drive offering Rs 2.5 lakh per year has sparked debate, as it marks a new low in the Indian IT sector. Traditionally, IT firms offer new graduates annual salaries ranging from Rs 3.5 lakh to Rs 4 lakh. Concerns are raised over the industry’s disregard for rising living costs in India.