India’s second largest IT giant, Infosys has announced an average salary hike of 5% to 8% after a four-years gap.
Infosys has started giving performance-based salary hikes, ranging from 5% to 8%, for employees at Job Level 5 (up to team leaders) and Job Level 6 (managers below vice presidents).
Salary Increases by Performance Rating
🔹 Met expectations: 5-7% hike
🔹 Commendable: 7-10% hike
🔹 Outstanding: 10-20% hike (for a select few)
🔹 Needs improvement: No raise
Employees at JL5 received pay hikes retroactively from January 1, while those at JL6 will see their increases take effect on April 1, 2025.
2019-20: Steady Growth and Competitive Raises
In the 2019-20 fiscal year, Infosys employees received salary hikes, with average increases ranging from 5% to 8%. Top performers saw raises of 12% or more.
The company focused on retaining key talent by offering competitive pay, aligning with industry trends amid strong demand for IT services.
2020-21: COVID-19’s Impact on Salaries
The pandemic forced Infosys to either pause or limit salary hikes. However, employees in critical roles and digital-focused teams received selective raises and bonuses to keep operations running and maintain morale.
2021-22: Pay Raises Resume as Business Recovers
As business conditions improved and demand for digital services grew, Infosys reinstated salary hikes, ranging from 6% to 8%, with top performers getting 12% or more.
The company also increased pay for employees with skills in cloud computing, AI, and cybersecurity to strengthen retention efforts.
2022-23: Hikes Paused Due to Economic Slowdown
Global uncertainties and reduced IT spending led Infosys to halt salary increases. To offset this, the company introduced retention bonuses, training programs, and promotions for key employees.
2023-24: Raises Return Amid Changing Market Conditions
Infosys brought back salary hikes, offering 5% to 8% raises for most employees and up to 20% for top performers. The changes took effect on April 1, 2025, aimed at improving engagement and retaining talent despite ongoing economic challenges.
Infosys, with a workforce of about 323,000, structured the salary hikes based on performance evaluations from September 2023 to October 2024. Eligible employees received their rating letters in December.
Wrapping up…
Infosys’ salary hikes emphasize performance-based pay and talent retention. The phased rollout ensures fair distribution, rewarding top performers while aligning with business goals and market conditions.
Key Points:
- Raises range from 5% to 20%, based on performance ratings.
- Salary revisions are rolled out in phases for different job levels.
- The company aims to retain skilled employees while staying competitive in the IT industry.
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