Infosys has officially launched its annual performance appraisal cycle for the fiscal year ending September 2025, setting in motion a process that has sparked renewed hope among employees for long-overdue salary hikes in 2026.
The Bengaluru-based IT services major has asked employees to complete their self-assessments by October 17, 2025, as part of its routine October-to-September review cycle.
Infosys Appraisal Timeline and Process
The performance review cycle at Infosys follows a structured timeline.
Employees are first required to submit self-assessments, after which managers evaluate and assign performance ratings.
These ratings are typically finalized by January, and the revised compensation letters are issued in June.
This year’s cycle is being closely watched, especially after the previous year’s appraisal process was delayed and implemented in two phases.
In FY24, employees at the JL5 level (up to team lead) received their pay revisions with retrospective effect from January 1, 2025, while those at JL6 and above received theirs from April 1, 2025.
The hikes ranged between 5 to 10 percent lower than the previous cycle, which had already been modest due to cost-control measures.
Employee Sentiment and Expectations
For many Infosys employees, this appraisal season carries more weight than usual.
After a period marked by delayed and subdued salary revisions, there is growing anticipation for more meaningful raises.
Several employees have expressed cautious optimism, hoping that the company will prioritize compensation adjustments in the upcoming cycle.
“This is a routine exercise, but we hope the company will give us a raise this time, unlike last year,” one employee told the media.
The sentiment reflects a broader desire for recognition and financial reward, especially after navigating a challenging business environment over the past two years.
Historical Context: Delays and Cost Management
Infosys had previously frozen salary hikes in FY22 to conserve cash amid global uncertainty.
While the company resumed pay revisions in FY23 and FY24, the increments were modest and often delayed.
Infosys adopted a phased rollout of hikes in FY24 to cautiously manage operational costs while maintaining employee morale.
The company’s HR communications have emphasized that the current review is part of its standard annual process.
However, the context of past delays and subdued hikes has made this year’s cycle particularly significant for the workforce.
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