Early-Career Talent Drives Workforce Shift in India’s GCCs
The Talent with 11–15 years of experience account for 9%, while only 6% of roles are held by individuals with over 15 years of experience.
India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are witnessing a notable transformation in workforce composition, with early-career professionals now accounting for 42% of all roles, according to the July 2025 edition of the foundit Insights Tracker. This marks a strategic pivot by companies toward building scalable, cost-efficient teams by leveraging India’s vast pool of skilled graduates.
The report highlights that professionals with 0–3 years of experience are increasingly being recruited for roles in technology, engineering, and shared services. This influx of fresh talent is enabling GCCs to maintain operational agility and reduce costs, particularly as they expand across both metro and tier-2 cities.
Metro Dominance, Tier-2 Momentum
Metro cities continue to dominate the GCC landscape, with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai collectively hosting 91% of jobs. Bengaluru leads with 35% of GCC roles and a 13% annual growth rate, buoyed by its robust startup ecosystem and deep talent pool. Hyderabad emerges as the fastest-growing metro hub, posting 17% growth, driven by favorable policies and sectoral strength in healthcare, pharma, and semiconductors.
Pune and Chennai follow with growth rates of 11% and 8%, respectively. Chennai stands out for its capabilities in engineering R&D, automotive, and manufacturing.
Meanwhile, tier-2 cities such as Kochi, Coimbatore, Ahmedabad, Indore, and Jaipur are gaining traction, now representing 9% of GCC jobs. These locations are growing at a brisk 21% year-on-year, signaling a shift toward a two-speed growth model—metro cities offer scale and maturity, while tier-2 hubs deliver momentum and cost advantages.
Strategic Hiring Across Experience Levels
The experience distribution across GCCs reflects a deliberate hiring strategy. While early-career professionals dominate, mid-level talent (4–6 years) holds 26% of roles, contributing to digital transformation and domain-specific initiatives. Professionals with 7–10 years of experience occupy 17% of roles, often in project management and specialized functions. Senior professionals (11–15 years) account for 9%, while those with over 15 years represent just 6%, typically in leadership and niche roles.
Sectoral Expansion and Skill Demand
IT and R&D continue to anchor the GCC ecosystem, comprising 35% of centres and 38% of jobs, with a 12% annual growth rate. In-demand skills include software development, cloud technologies, and data engineering. Companies are also investing in upskilling programs to ensure early-career hires can evolve into more complex roles.
Beyond tech, sectors such as automotive, electronics, and financial services are expanding their GCC footprint, focusing on engineering R&D, product development, and digital services.
As companies seek to balance cost, talent availability, and infrastructure, the GCC model in India is evolving into a dynamic, multi-tiered engine of growth—powered by fresh talent and strategic diversification. For further insights into the evolving workplace paradigm, visit
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