Neel AcharyBy: Sachin Alug, CEO, NLB Services
“Q2 FY26 indicates a renewed wave of confidence across the IT sector, with firms accelerating investments in AI-driven transformation, digital innovation, and delivery expansion in key global markets. The strong emphasis on building localised talent hubs, particularly in advanced technology and AI domains, reflects a strategic move towards reducing dependency on cross-border mobility while strengthening client delivery capabilities.
Hiring sentiment remains steady, with an expected increase in fresher onboarding and lateral hiring across AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data-led roles. Companies are also aligning closely with universities and training partners to deepen their talent pipelines and ensure a continuous supply of job-ready professionals.
The growing focus on generative AI, automation, and platform engineering continues to redefine workforce requirements. Organisations are actively upskilling employees to stay ahead of rapid technology shifts while fostering resilience amid evolving global dynamics. This balanced approach of innovation-led growth and workforce adaptability is likely to translate into sustained hiring traction through the coming quarters.”
