In a promising development for the Indian IT services sector, recruitment experts reveal a 10% increase in hiring intent by the end of January, signaling a potential turnaround after the 2023 macroeconomic slump triggered significant headcount reductions.
While the top five companies experienced a 61,000-plus drop in headcount last quarter, current hiring mandates suggest a revival in demand starting FY25 in April.
The surge, mainly in filling vacant roles, is attributed to the gradual uptick in deal pipelines.
Experts caution that despite the green shoots, Q4 headcount is expected to remain negative, with future hiring trends contingent on ongoing market dynamics.