Good News for IT Employees

Indian IT might finally see a salary bump in 2025, thanks to growing investments in generative AI and its integration into hiring strategies. Pareekh Jain, CEO of Pareekh Consulting, highlighted that AI-skilled candidates, who comprised 10% of hires last year, could surge to 20-25% this year. Entry-level hiring, especially for AI-focused roles, may increase salaries for those with expertise.

However, Krishna Vij of TeamLease Digital pointed out that this shift also creates a disparity – AI-proficient talent sees higher pay, while others may face stagnant or declining wages. Freshers with AI skills could claim up to a 15% raise, as per industry predictions.