In a significant move that signals a shift in India's IT hiring landscape, industry giant Infosys has announced a major recruitment drive for fresh engineering graduates from the 2025 batch. The company is not only opening its doors to new talent but is also substantially increasing the compensation packages, with the highest offer reaching a notable ₹21 lakh per annum.
Infosys Hiring Drive: Roles and AI-First Focus
According to reports, Infosys is preparing to launch an extensive off-campus hiring initiative targeting engineering and computer science graduates who will complete their studies in 2025. The recruitment will focus on filling crucial entry-level positions, primarily the Specialist Programmer and Digital Specialist Engineer (Trainee) roles.
This aggressive hiring push is a core part of the company's strategy to strengthen its artificial intelligence capabilities. Shaji Mathew, Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Infosys, emphasized the company's "AI-first approach" across all its services. He confirmed that the drive will include both on-campus and off-campus avenues, with expanded opportunities specifically in the Specialist Programmer domain. The focus is clear: upskill the existing workforce and onboard new talent with deep, specialized expertise to fuel the next phase of growth.
Competitive Salary Breakdown for 2025 Graduates
Breaking away from the long-standing trend of stagnant entry-level pay in the Indian IT sector, Infosys is setting a new benchmark with its revised salary structure. Here is a detailed look at the annual compensation being offered:
- Specialist Programmer L3 (Trainee): ₹21 lakh per annum.
- Specialist Programmer L2 (Trainee): ₹16 lakh per annum.
- Specialist Programmer L1 (Trainee): ₹11 lakh per annum.
- Digital Specialist Engineer (Trainee): ₹7 lakh per annum.
This structured package makes Infosys one of the top paymasters for freshers in the industry, directly addressing a common point of discontent among new engineering graduates.
Eligibility and Application Process
The hiring drive is primarily open to graduates from engineering and computer science disciplines. Eligible candidates include those with degrees in:
- BE / BTech
- ME / MTech
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
Furthermore, the company is also welcoming applications from students who have completed an integrated MSc in Computer Science or Information Technology. Graduates from related circuit branches such as Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) and Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) are also eligible to apply for these roles.
The move by Infosys underscores a broader transformation within the IT industry. For decades, major Indian IT firms maintained low starting salaries for fresh graduates while executive pay soared. However, the urgent demand for advanced skills in fields like artificial intelligence is compelling companies to dole out more cash to attract and retain top-tier talent right out of college. This recruitment drive is a strong indicator that the era of modest fresher packages may be coming to an end, replaced by a more competitive and skill-driven market.
