India's Ministry of Labour and Employment has summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) following a serious delay in onboarding over 600 experienced professionals, as per ETHRWorld report.
The issue came to light after a formal complaint was filed by the Pune-based IT union, Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES), alleging indefinite delays without any clear communication from TCS.
The complaint mentions that the affected candidates experienced professionals from cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Delhi resigned from their previous jobs after receiving confirmed offer letters and joining dates from TCS.
However, upon arriving for their scheduled joining, they were abruptly told about an "indefinite delay" in onboarding. No revised schedule or official communication has been issued since.
In response to the complaint, the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) has summoned TCS’s Chairman and Managing Director to a joint discussion scheduled for August 1, 2025. The letter mandates that either the top executive or a senior representative (not below the rank of Head of Department) attend, well-versed in the matter and authorised to make decisions. The ministry has also invited written submissions, if any, in advance of the meeting.
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TCS issued a statement confirming its commitment to honour all job offers, whether for freshers or experienced professionals, as per news reports.
The company mentioned that onboarding timelines are subject to business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. However, no specific timeline or resolution was offered in their statement.
Harpreet Singh Saluja, President of NITES, praised the Ministry’s quick intervention, calling it a reflection of the government's commitment to safeguarding IT professionals' rights and livelihoods. NITES also recently raised concerns about TCS’s newly introduced bench policy, claiming it adds undue pressure on associates under the guise of resource optimization.
On July 25, 2025, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) shares closed slightly lower amid heightened investor attention. The stock opened at ₹3,140.00 and reached an intraday high of ₹3,156.90 before slipping to a low of ₹3,125.60. It ultimately closed at ₹3,135.80, marking a marginal decline of ₹8.00 or 0.25% from the previous close of ₹3,148.00.
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The ongoing situation between TCS and the affected professionals highlights the importance of transparent communication and responsible hiring practices in the IT sector. As the matter progresses, all eyes will be on the outcome of the August 1 meeting with the Labour Ministry. The resolution could set an important precedent for how similar issues are addressed in the future, balancing business needs with employee rights.
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Published on: Jul 28, 2025, 9:02 AM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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