The Indian IT sector was shaken this year as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the nation’s largest IT services firm, announced major layoffs. With rumors and protests swirling about 30,000 or even 80,000 job cuts, clarity is essential. Let’s break down what’s officially confirmed, what employees and unions are saying, and what it means for tech professionals.
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Quick Facts: TCS Layoffs 2025
TCS’s Official Response
TCS has firmly denied reports of 30,000 or 80,000 layoffs, calling them “incorrect and misleading.” The company states that only about 2% of its workforce—roughly 12,000 employees—are affected, with a focus on middle and senior grades. Aside from the layoffs, TCS is investing in technology, AI, and reskilling initiatives to position itself as a future-ready organization. The company promises outplacement support and severance benefits to those impacted, but maintains the move is strategic and necessary for long-term competitiveness.
Protests and Employee Sentiment
IT employee unions claim the real impact could be much higher. Some allege forced resignations where employees, particularly over 40 or with long tenures, are being pressured to quit, thereby avoiding formal layoff statistics and possibly statutory compensation. Protests have occurred across several cities, with unions demanding government intervention and greater transparency from TCS. Social media buzz intensified anxiety, with some workers expressing humiliation and uncertainty, and families facing financial strain.
Industry observers point to a broader trend: the drive for AI-driven efficiencies, leaner teams, and aggressive restructuring—not just at TCS, but across global IT.
Employee Impact: The Human Side
- Many affected are mid-to-senior professionals, often breadwinners with significant financial and family responsibilities.
- Severance packages reportedly vary, with some receiving up to 18 months’ pay, but others facing minimal compensation or no payout.
- Forced resignations push individuals to leave without formal layoff protections.
- Anxiety about job security, especially for older employees, has created a tense atmosphere in India’s tech sector.
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FAQs
1. Is the 30,000 layoff number at TCS accurate?
No. According to TCS, only 12,000 employees (2% of workforce) will be impacted. Employee unions, however, contend that numbers could be higher due to voluntary resignations and pressure tactics, but these claims are not reflected in official data.
2. What support will laid-off employees receive from TCS?
TCS claims to offer severance packages, outplacement services, and counseling for laid-off employees. Some reports highlight disparities in severance and pressure to leave, so affected workers are advised to clarify all entitlements and seek union/legal support if needed.
