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Updated on: Jul 2026

Compensation

Tech Mahindra to Roll Out Salary Hikes From Q in Phased Manner

Jul 18, 2026

Wipro Absorbs Wage Hike Headwinds in Q FY, Bets on Premium AI Talent

While Wipro has adopted a highly cautious approach to broad-based hiring amid muted demand, its fina...

Compensation

Jul 17, 2026

Wipro Absorbs Wage Hike Headwinds in Q FY, Bets on Premium AI Talent

Accenture issued Memo to all employees worldwide

Global professional services company Accenture has introduced a revised compensation approach for it...

Compensation

Jun 20, 2026

Accenture issued Memo to all employees worldwide

TCS Salary Hike Trends A Financial Year-wise View FYFY

Tata Consultancy Services TCS has rolled out annual salary hike for employees across levels effect...

Compensation

Apr 13, 2026

TCS Salary Hike Trends A Financial Year-wise View FYFY

News

India Inc Salary Trends 2026: Which Sector is Winning the Hike War?

India’s appraisal season is showing signs of renewed optimism as fresh data from major global professional services firms, Aon and EY, projects an average salary increase of 9.1% for 2026. This marks a slight but significant uptick from the 8.9% actual hike recorded in 2025, signaling a phase of stabilization and strategic talent investment in a […]

Feb 25, 2026

Compensation

TCS Gives 100% Variable Pay, But Deferred Hikes- Here’s Why

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has rolled out 100% variable pay for over 70% of its employees for Q1 FY26 (April–June 2025). This includes employees up to the C2 grade, while those in higher bands (C3 and above) received variable pay based on the performance of their respective business units. The […]

Jul 16, 2025

Survey & Report

India’s avg salary hike to be 8.8% in 2025, lowest in a decade: Deloitte Report

According to Deloitte India Talent Outlook 2025, the average salary increment in India is projected to be 8.8% in 2025, down from 9.0% in 2024. Excluding 2020–2021, this is expected to be the lowest increment in a decade. The third edition of the Deloitte India Talent Outlook was released on 7 March 2025. This survey […]

Mar 7, 2025

Compensation

Cognizant Confirms On-Time Salary Hikes and Bonuses, No Delay

Cognizant has addressed concerns about delayed salary hikes, confirming that merit increases for eligible employees will be implemented as planned in August. The company also assured that bonuses for eligible associates will be paid in mid-March. Reports suggesting a delay in the salary cycle are inaccurate, the company stated. In an official statement, Cognizant emphasized […]

Mar 6, 2025

Compensation

TCS Announces 4-8% Salary Hike for FY25, Lowest in Last 4 Years

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider, is set to roll out annual salary hikes for the fiscal year 2025, with average increases ranging between 4% and 8%. Offsite employees can expect a hike of 7-8%, while onsite employees may receive a lower increment of 2-4%. To reward excellence, high-performing employees could see […]

Feb 27, 2025

Compensation

Cognizant Defends Competitive Entry-Level Pay for Engineers

IT giant, Cognizant Technology Solutions has responded to recent social media criticism regarding its entry-level salary packages, emphasizing that it offers competitive pay for fresh engineering graduates. The IT giant clarified that salaries for fresh engineers range from Rs 4 to 12 lakh annually, depending on the role, skill set, and industry certifications. The lower […]

Aug 19, 2024

Industry

Telecom Compensation Trends in FY25: Hikes Moderate to 9%

In fiscal year 2025, salary hikes within the broad telecom sector have tapered down to an average of 9%. This shift comes after a talent war that drove increments to record highs two years ago has now subsided, and the demand for mobile phones has slowed down. Munira Loliwala, VP (Strategy & Growth) at staffing […]

Jul 29, 2024

Industry

Big Salary Hike For Govt Employees in Haryana

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced an 8% salary increase for 1.19 lakh contract employees in levels 1, 2, and 3 via the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam (HKRNL). The revised pay scale will be effective from Monday, July 1, 2024. During a meeting attended by various labour unions and employees of the Haryana Kaushal […]

Jul 2, 2024

Social Media

Engineer Controversial Statement: Underpaid? Your Responsibility

A social media post by Dehradun engineer Akshay Saini has garnered widespread attention, sparking contemplation among netizens. His post unveils stark realities about achieving substantial incomes, prompting reflection on personal and societal perspectives on wages. His insights have stirred a dialogue on the dynamics of earning and financial success in today’s world. The HARD TRUTH […]

May 3, 2024