Global Capability Centres in India are transitioning into AI capability hubs, significantly increasing salaries for digital professionals. The focus of GCCs is shifting from execution to innovation and strategic capabilities. Reports indicate that AI talent in India commands a significant wage premium due to higher demand. As GCCs expand their roles, the need for skilled talent in AI and related fields continues to grow.
India's manufacturing and services sectors are projected to create more than 35 crore new jobs by 2030. The automotive sector alone is expected to add 20-25 lakh direct jobs during this period. Growing demands in logistics and clean energy will require significant numbers of skilled workers as well. There is an urgent need for collaboration between industry and education to meet these challenges.
India's global capability centres, or GCCs, are projected to add 1–1.4 million net jobs by 2031. The employment in these centres is anticipated to grow to 3.3–3.7 million, significantly increasing office space demand. While AI is expected to reshape workforce composition, it will coexist with job growth and office space requirements. Existing centres will account for most workforce additions, with new GCC setups primarily located in tier-1 cities.
A recent report by Genius HRTech Limited highlights the importance of management and workplace culture for employees. It shows that 47 percent of respondents cite poor management as a reason for job changes. In comparison, 30 percent indicate dissatisfaction with compensation below market expectations. The findings suggest that better management could encourage 39 percent of employees to stay with their current employer.
A new book offers a critique of popular management maxims, revealing the potential pitfalls in conventional leadership wisdom. By examining diverse situations through decision matrices and real-life stories, this helps clarify how context can drastically alter the relevance of these sayings, urging leaders to think critically rather than rely solely on memorable mantras.
Old Indian Institutes of Technology are experiencing a notable rise in pre-placement offers and demand for AI roles. Companies are adapting to new technologies, which affects entry-level hiring across various sectors. Emerging opportunities in AI, data, and analytics are increasingly available to students with relevant skills.
ICICI Life Insurance plans to recruit 20,000 women advisors across India by the end of FY2027 under its Narishakti initiative. Women currently account for around 32% of its advisor base but contribute 45% of agency business. More than 78,000 women advisors were associated with the insurer as of September 30, 2026.
In 2027, employees across India Inc are projected to enjoy a salary boost of 9.1%, as reported by Aon Plc. However, the attrition rate has surged to 18% in 2026, a significant rise from previous years. Non-banking financial firms are anticipated to lead the charge with a 10.1% wage increase.
Salaries in India are projected to increase by 9.1% in 2027 after a 9% rise in 2026. Non-banking financial companies are expected to lead in salary growth with an increase of 10.1%. Employers face challenges in retaining talent amid rising attrition rates and the implementation of the Wage Code. AI skill demand is growing as companies adopt AI productivity tools at a significant pace.
Companies are moving beyond bulk recruitment and willing to pay a premium for AI-native talent as routine work gives way to specialised roles