Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services firm, has reported a year-on-year headcount increase of 14,203 employees, underscoring its continued focus on talent acquisition amid rising demand for digital services.
The company added 8,203 employees in the second quarter of FY26 alone, marking its fifth consecutive quarter of workforce growth.
This hiring momentum comes after a modest addition of just 210 employees in the previous quarter ending June.
As of September 30, 2025, Infosys’ total workforce stood at 331,991, up from 323,788 in the June quarter.
Infosys Hiring Trends Signal Post-Pandemic Recovery
The sharp increase in headcount reflects Infosys’ strategic response to evolving client needs and its commitment to scaling delivery capabilities.
The company’s hiring trajectory also indicates a broader recovery in the IT services sector, which had seen cautious recruitment during the pandemic years.
In the first half of FY26, Infosys added 8,413 employees, a significant jump compared to just 548 additions in the same period last year.
This surge suggests renewed confidence in project pipelines and long-term business visibility.
Industry Peers Also Expand Talent Base
Infosys’ hiring trend aligns with broader industry movements.
HCLTech added 3,489 employees in the September quarter and revised its services revenue growth guidance from 3–5% to 4–5%.
Tech Mahindra added 4,197 employees over the previous quarter, although its overall workforce declined by 1,559 on a year-on-year basis.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the industry leader, reported a more conservative approach, choosing to maintain its workforce levels during the same period.
Infosys Attrition Rates Show Marginal Improvement
Infosys also reported a slight improvement in attrition, which eased to 14.3% in the September quarter from 14.4% in the previous quarter.
While still elevated, the marginal decline suggests that retention strategies may be gaining traction.
The company’s hiring strategy appears to be balanced between freshers and lateral talent.
In Q2, Infosys onboarded 5,196 freshers, adding to the 7,180 hired in Q1.
This mix supports both long-term capability building and immediate project delivery needs.
Strategic Implications for Talent and Growth
The consistent headcount growth positions Infosys to better serve global clients across sectors such as banking, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare.
It also reflects the company’s confidence in its digital transformation offerings, cloud services, and AI-driven solutions.
Jayesh Sanghrajka, CFO of Infosys, emphasized that the company’s hiring plans are aligned with its business outlook and client demand.
The firm continues to invest in skilling and internal mobility to ensure workforce readiness for emerging technologies.
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