TCS Onboarding Delay Affects 600+ Experienced Executives, NITES Informs Govt

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is under scrutiny after allegedly delaying the onboarding of 600+ lateral hires. The affected professionals, who had already quit previous jobs based on confirmed joining dates, have now appealed to the government for intervention. This comes amid broader concerns around TCS’s employee policies.

Joining Delays Spark Outrage Across Cities

According to a letter submitted by the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) to Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on 22 July, the delay has left professionals from cities including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Delhi in distress. 

The professionals, with experience ranging from 2 to 18 years, were reportedly informed of an indefinite delay upon reporting to TCS, with no updated timelines or assurances. Many had made significant financial and personal commitments based on their expected onboarding, only to be left in limbo.

Bench Policy Criticism and Rising Mental Distress

The development follows recent legal complaints from existing TCS employees against a new bench policy that restricts bench time to just 35 days per year. NITES’ letter highlighted how the company’s actions have rendered the affected lateral hires jobless, leaving them unable to meet financial obligations like EMIs and rent.

TCS Response and Union Demands

In response to the allegations, a TCS spokesperson reiterated the company’s commitment: “Everyone who has received an offer from TCS will be onboarded. The joining dates are decided as per business demand... we remain in continuous touch with all candidates.” NITES, however, has urged the labour ministry to secure a time-bound onboarding commitment. The organisation has also demanded compensation for the delay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental health, and consideration of alternative internal roles..

Also Read: TCS Q1 FY26 Results: Revenue and Net Profit Recorded Growth, Declared ₹11 Interim Dividend!

TCS Share Price Performance 

As of July 23, 2025, at 12:58 PM, TCS share price is trading at ₹3,170.60 per share, reflecting a gain of 0.35%. Over the past month, the stock has declined by 6.57%.

Conclusion

The incident has raised serious concerns over corporate accountability in hiring practices. With NITES demanding time-bound onboarding, compensation for delays, mental health support, and alternative roles within the firm, pressure is mounting on TCS to provide urgent resolutions. The Labour Ministry’s next steps will be closely watched by both industry stakeholders and affected candidates.

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