Compensation & Increment Trends in GCCs in 2025

Talent500 has released its Increment & Compensation Trends in GCCs report, offering a data-rich view into how Global Capability Centers in India are transforming compensation strategies to stay future-ready.

The report reveals a dynamic shift in how leading enterprises approach increments, talent investments, and rewards — all in the context of a rapidly evolving business and technology landscape.

With India’s GCC workforce projected to surpass 4.5 million by 2030, the report underscores a decisive move toward people-centric growth models, career development, and agile, personalized rewards.

Key Insights from the Report:

• Strong Salary Hikes Continue: GCCs are projecting an average increment of 9.9%, reflecting sustained investment in talent retention and skill development amid economic headwinds.
• Historic Decline in Attrition: Voluntary attrition hit a record low of 12.6% in 2024 (overall attrition at 16.9%), signaling improved workplace culture, internal mobility, and employee engagement.
• Shift in Pay Strategies: Organizations are moving beyond traditional merit-based hikes, favoring skill-based adjustments, market corrections, and pay equity initiatives.
• Long-Term Incentives on the Rise: Over 71% of GCCs now offer LTIs such as ESOPs, RSUs, and SARs, aiming to foster long-term wealth creation and deepen employee loyalty.
• Personalized, Future-Ready Rewards: Compensation is becoming increasingly tailored, blending competitive pay with flexible benefits, career growth opportunities, and wellness programs.
• AI-Driven Pay Decisions: GCCs are deploying AI and analytics for real-time equity audits, benefit optimization, and smarter, agile compensation frameworks.

“As GCCs become central to enterprise strategy, their approach to talent must evolve,” said Vikram Ahuja, Co-Founder of ANSR and CEO of 1Wrk.

“This year’s survey highlights a shift beyond numbers — toward a people strategy that combines agility, purpose, and future-ready leadership. In an AI-driven world, talent will be the ultimate differentiator.” Vikram added.

With over 2,400 GCCs expected in India by 2030, the report serves as a blueprint for how companies can build resilient, innovation-led workplaces — anchored in agility, personalization, and long-term value.

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