TCS hires 10,000 fresh graduates, shifts to demand‑driven recruitment

TCS, India's largest IT services firm, onboarded 10,000 fresh graduates in the second quarter of fiscal year 2027. The company said it will align future hiring with client demand rather than fixed targets. It is also channeling money into AI skill development and workforce training to meet evolving project needs. Subcontractor costs rose noticeably during the quarter, reflecting greater reliance on external partners. Management highlighted three focus areas for Q2 investments: forming strategic partnerships, pursuing merger‑and‑acquisition initiatives and recruiting niche talent for specialized roles. The push for niche talent supports the AI upskilling drive and helps the firm fill gaps that generic hiring cannot cover. TCS expects the on‑demand hiring model to keep payroll flexible as client projects fluctuate. The firm’s strategy mirrors a broader shift in India’s IT sector toward agile staffing and technology‑focused capabilities.

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Hiring on demand lets IT firms quickly scale staff up or down as project pipelines change. AI upskilling is becoming a priority as global clients seek automation solutions. Rising subcontractor spend signals that firms are tapping external expertise while managing core workforce costs.