TCS layoff figures circulating are exaggerated, HRO Sudeep Kunnumal says

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In late July 2025, TCS announced it will reduce its workforce by about 2 percent, which corresponds to roughly 12,000+ employees.

Published on: Oct 9, 2025 6:54 PM IST

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The figures circulating on the quantum of TCS layoffs are exaggerated, PTI quoted HR Officer Sudeep Kunnumal as saying on Thursday. Tata Consultancy Services has released 6,000 or 1% of its staff, he said.

TCS’ action is being seen as one of the most serious employment crises in India's IT sector. (Reuters)

In late July 2025, TCS announced it will reduce its workforce by about 2 percent, which corresponds to roughly 12,000+ employees. The cuts are mostly focused on middle and senior grades — roles where deployment is less “feasible,” per the company.

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