Summary Cognizant has clarified misinformation regarding its salary packages for entry-level engineers after facing backlash on social media. The company stated that the reported annual salary of Rs 2.52 lakh is for non-engineering undergraduate degree holders, not for engineering graduates. For fresh engineering graduates, Cognizant offers salaries ranging from Rs 4-12 lakh annually. This disparity was due to a misrepresentation of job postings for different educational backgrounds. Cognizant emphasized its commitment to training and upskilling both engineering and non-engineering associates, and highlighted…