TCS's Strategic Hiring and Promotions Amidst Market Challenges

Despite deferring its annual increments, TCS has made headlines by rolling out 110,000 promotions in FY25 and planning to hire 42,000 trainees in FY26. This move, as explained by TCS EVP and CHRO Milind Lakkad, is part of the company's strategic interventions to manage growth and attrition.

Understanding TCS's Hiring Strategy

TCS's approach includes a significant shift towards digital hires, with 40% of last year's hires being in digital roles, up from 17% the previous year. The company's National Qualifier Test categorizes entry-level hires into Prime, Digital, and Ninja, based on performance.

Future Outlook

With an attrition rate of 13% over the last four quarters, TCS is keen on not just back-filling positions but also ensuring growth through strategic promotions and hires. The company onboarded 42,000 trainees in FY25, a number expected to be mirrored in the current fiscal year.