Bengaluru, April 15, 2025 – In a significant move to boost its workforce and maintain momentum in a competitive IT landscape, Infosys has announced plans to hire over 20,000 freshers in the financial year 2025-26 (FY26). The decision comes on the heels of the company recently laying off 400 trainees who were unable to clear internal evaluation tests.
Despite the layoffs and an uptick in attrition, Infosys is setting its sights on aggressive talent acquisition. Chief Financial Officer Jayesh Sanghrajka, while addressing the media during the Q4FY25 earnings conference, confirmed the hiring plans:
“In terms of hiring, we are expecting to hire 20,000-plus freshers.”
Moderate Headcount Growth in Q4FY25
Infosys saw a modest rise in headcount in the final quarter of FY25, adding 199 new employees, which brought the total workforce to 323,578. Throughout FY25, the company added 6,388 employees, reflecting a cautious but upward hiring trajectory.
However, this period was also marked by a rise in attrition, with the rate climbing to 14.1% in Q4, up from 13.7% in the previous quarter, hinting at ongoing challenges in talent retention.
Financial Performance: Profit Decline but Revenue Targets Surpassed
Infosys posted a consolidated net profit of ₹7,033 crore in the January–March 2025 quarter, registering a 11.7% year-on-year decline from ₹7,969 crore in the same quarter last year. This fall in profit has raised eyebrows, especially amidst a tough macroeconomic environment and volatile demand in IT spending.
Despite the dip in profits, the company managed to exceed its revenue guidance for FY25. The firm reported revenue growth of 4.5% to 5%, surpassing its earlier estimate of 3.75% to 4.5%.
Salary Hikes Rolled Out, Focus on Employee Welfare
In line with its human capital strategy, Infosys has implemented employee salary hikes across the board.
“We are on track on wages. A large part of wage increments were rolled out in January, and the balance was rolled out from April 1,” said Sanghrajka.
Employees received an average hike of 5-8%, while top performers were rewarded with 10-12% increases, reflecting the company’s intent to recognize and retain talent despite financial headwinds.
Strategic Focus: AI, Cloud, Digital, and Automation
CEO and Managing Director Salil Parekh emphasized Infosys’ strong fundamentals and technological advancements during the earnings call:
“Our performance for the year has been robust in terms of revenues, expansion in operating margins, and the highest ever free cash generation. Our depth in AI, cloud, and digital and strength in cost efficiency, automation, and consolidation position us well for the needs of our clients.”
Infosys is continuing to invest in AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation, which remain core pillars of its service offerings. These segments are not only high-growth areas but also pivotal in helping the company deliver value-added solutions amid global digital acceleration.
Balancing Growth with Stability
Infosys’ announcement to onboard over 20,000 freshers in FY26 underscores its long-term commitment to growth and talent development. While challenges like rising attrition, profit declines, and employee evaluations continue to shape internal dynamics, the firm’s client-centric strategy and technology-first approach are expected to steer it forward.
As global demand for digital services and AI-led transformation increases, Infosys appears focused on consolidating its strengths, refining its talent base, and maintaining operational agility.
