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Updated on: May 2026

News

OpenAI Taps TCS, Infosys, Cognizant to Scale Codex AI Adoption

May 9, 2026

Cognizant is Trading Experienced Roles for , Freshers

Cognizant Technology Solutions has launched a sweeping strategic initiative titled Project Le...

Industry

May 7, 2026

Cognizant is Trading Experienced Roles for , Freshers

Cognizant Joins TCS, HCLTech in Cutting Payouts Amid AI Push

IT services major Cognizant has cut back shareholder payouts, moving in line with peers like Tata Co...

Industry

May 5, 2026

Cognizant Joins TCS, HCLTech in Cutting Payouts Amid AI Push

Cognizant Acquires Astreya to Operationalize AI Infrastructure

In a decisive move to solidify its position as an AI builder, Cognizant has entered in...

Merger & Acquisition

May 4, 2026

Cognizant Acquires Astreya to Operationalize AI Infrastructure

Layoffs

Cognizant Plans $320M Restructuring, Layoffs Expected in AI Shift

Cognizant has announced a restructuring plan worth between $230 million and $320 million as it adjusts to the rising use of artificial intelligence and automation in the IT services sector. The initiative, called Project Leap, will run through 2026 and is aimed at improving efficiency, cutting costs, and aligning the company with changing client needs. […]

May 3, 2026

News

Cognizant Debuts Skillspring to Train AI-Ready Talent

Cognizant has introduced Cognizant Skillspring, new AI-based learning platform built to help companies train their workforce for modern needs. This platform uses a mix of tools, including conversational features and different types of media, to make learning more practical and useful. The goal is to replace older training methods that often feel slow and disconnected […]

Apr 23, 2026

Industry

Cognizant Technoverse 2026: 50% Women Representation Mandatory

Cognizant has officially launched the third edition of its flagship national-level innovation platform, Technoverse Hackathon 2026. This year, the initiative has evolved from a regional competition into a massive nationwide stage, engaging over 20,000 engineering students from more than 400 colleges across India. Cognizant Advancing Inclusive Innovation In a significant move for the Indian tech landscape, […]

Apr 15, 2026

Employment

Cognizant to Reinstate Employee Sacked via Access Card Block

In a landmark ruling for employee rights within the Indian IT sector, the Madras High Court has dismissed a writ petition filed by Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTS). The court upheld an appellate authority’s order to reinstate an employee who was “abruptly” terminated after 18 years of service. Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy, presiding over the case on April 3, […]

Apr 6, 2026

Industry

Is Your City Next? Cognizant Shifting 25,000 New Jobs to India’s Tier-2 Hubs

In a significant recalibration of its Indian operations, IT major Cognizant has seen its headcount in Tamil Nadu decline by approximately 10,000 employees over the past year. The workforce at its primary delivery centers in the state dropped from 81,000 to roughly 71,000, signaling a strategic pivot away from high-cost metropolitan hubs toward emerging “Tier-2” […]

Mar 26, 2026

Industry

Cognizant Launches AI Factory: The New Shortcut to Enterprise-Scale GenAI

Cognizant has announced the global launch of the Cognizant AI Factory, a sophisticated platform designed to accelerate the integration of generative AI (GenAI) into core business operations. This move marks a significant expansion of the company’s AI infrastructure capabilities, aimed at moving clients beyond small-scale pilots toward full-scale, value-driven enterprise implementation. Cognizant Industrializing AI Production The […]

Mar 17, 2026

Industry

Cognizant Joins Other IT Firms in ‘Bring Your Own Food’ Advisory

Cognizant has joined a growing list of IT giants in Pune advising employees to carry their own meals to work. The company recently issued an internal communication to its staff at the Hinjewadi campus, citing logistical challenges that have hampered the regular operations of its on-site cafeterias and food courts. Cognizant Navigating Supply Chain Constraints […]

Mar 14, 2026

Hiring

Cognizant Opens ‘GenC Hiring Program’ for 2024–2026 Graduates

Cognizant has started fresh hiring under its GenC (Generation Cognizant) Program. The company is expanding entry-level hiring across India. Recent graduates and final-year students can apply. The program offers clear career paths and job-focused training. What Is the GenC Program? The GenC India Program brings fresh graduates into the company with strong training and early […]

Feb 24, 2026

Survey & Report

Cognizant Balances Expansion, AI Ambitions & Workplace Debate

Cognizant Technology Solutions is drawing significant attention this February as the global IT services major navigates a mix of strategic expansion, artificial intelligence investments, and workplace-related scrutiny that has sparked widespread industry discussion. In its recent disclosures, Cognizant flagged potential reputational risks associated with offshore outsourcing. The company noted that shifting public sentiment, evolving regulatory […]

Feb 17, 2026