Infosys, a global leader in IT services, has unveiled its new ‘power programme’ as part of its campus placement strategy. This initiative aims to attract top-tier talent by offering significantly higher salary packages compared to standard entry-level offerings. The move is in response to the increasing demand for specialized skills in the rapidly evolving technology landscape.
A New Benchmark in Campus Placements
Traditionally, starting salaries for fresh graduates at leading IT companies like Infosys and TCS have ranged from Rs 3-4 lakh per annum. However, Infosys’ ‘power programme’ breaks this norm by offering packages up to Rs 9 lakh per annum. This initiative is similar to TCS’s ‘Prime’ programme, which also targets fresh talent with specialized skills, offering competitive salaries in the range of Rs 9-11 lakh.
Focus on Specialized Skills
The ‘power programme’ is not just about higher pay; it emphasizes the recruitment of graduates with specialized skills in areas like coding, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and cloud computing. As the IT industry faces a subdued demand environment, there is a growing need for professionals adept in these cutting-edge technologies to work on digital transformation projects.
Comparison with TCS’s ‘Prime’ Programme
Infosys’ move mirrors TCS’s earlier introduction of the ‘Prime’ programme, which has been expanded this year to include newer technologies such as generative AI and ML. Both companies recognize the importance of hiring skilled talent to maintain their competitive edge in the global IT services market.
Conclusion
Infosys’ ‘power programme’ is a strategic initiative that not only offers higher pay packages but also underscores the growing importance of specialized skills in the IT industry. As competition for top talent intensifies, such programs are likely to become the new standard in campus placements, benefiting both companies and the fresh graduates they seek to recruit.
