Rewards Central
Rewards Central is created with the specific needs of our leaders in mind. Here, you can find everything you need to know about rewards and compensation at Cisco, including your role and expectations as a people leader.
FY26 Mid-Year Advance and FY26 2H Rewards
We’re paying the FY26 Mid-Year Advance at 50% of the total target bonus! Visit the Mid-Year Advance page for eligibility and payout information.
As a reminder, the FY26 Rewards merit and promotion budget was split into two planning cycles. The second half (2H) program will open for leader planning in Workday on March 30. We'll share more information and resources in the coming weeks.
Compensation Foundations
Watch these short videos for clear, practical information to help you better understand Compensation at Cisco.
Using Market Reference Ranges (MRRs)
Performance & Pay
Walkaway and Managing Equity
Making Rewards Decisions
Cisco Bonus and Leave of Absence
Cisco's Job Architecture
Also check out our employee video series on Employee Compensation.
Explore Our Rewards Components
Check out these pages to learn more about rewards at Cisco.
Cisco Bonus Program Overview
Learn more about the Cisco Bonus program, how to calculate bonus amount, how performance and rewards align, information about Company Performance Factor and Individual Performance Factor, and more!
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Cisco Mid-Year Advance
Learn about what the Mid-Year Advance is, who's eligible, your actions as a leader, and how to calculate the amount.
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Stock, Merit, Promotion
Explore the various ways you can reward your team and review the guidelines to help make rewards decisions.
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Pay Fairness
Discover what Pay Fairness is and why it's important, learn about Cisco's approach to Pay Fairness, and review information about our Pay Fairness programs.
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Rewards Conversations
Help prepare for your rewards conversations in four steps, including example conversation scenarios, to create the best experience for your team members.
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Workday Planning
Check out the Workday Planning page to learn more about how to plan for rewards in Workday and review helpful Workday guides, videos, and dashboards.
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Need Compensation services or support?
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