Outsource Accelerator · 10 Sep, 13:00 · Technology briefing

India GCC non-tech hiring to top 500,000 by 2028

According to Outsource Accelerator, India’s Global Capability Centres are projected to add over 500,000 non-technical hires by 2028.

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The briefing

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According to Outsource Accelerator, India’s Global Capability Centres are projected to add over 500,000 non-technical hires by 2028. This significant growth signal indicates a strategic shift within multinational corporations, which are increasingly locating specialised business functions in India. The expansion encompasses diverse sectors including finance, supply chain, and human resources, rather than focusing solely on traditional IT roles. This trend underscores the evolving nature of outsourcing, moving towards high-value operational and strategic activities that require sophisticated professional expertise rather than just technical coding skills.

Employer demand for Human Resources skills — indexed growth since 2019
Indicative index of skill mentions in professional job postings for the field this story moves (2019 = 1)

Your move

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