TCS layoffs: Labour Commissioner office in Pune has summoned TCS, claims NITES
The Labour Commissioner office in Pune has summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in matters filed by the IT industry employees union, Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate ( NITES ). In its complaint, NITES alleged unlawful terminations and layoffs by TCS. NITES shared the same in a post on microblogging website, Twitter. In July, TCS announced plans to fire 2% of its global workforce — or 12,000 employees — over the year amid macro uncertainties and AI-led disruptions.
"The Labour Commissioner Office, Pune has issued summons to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in multiple matters filed by NITES concerning illegal termination of employment and unlawful layoffs. The hearing has been scheduled for 18 November 2025. Over the past several months, NITES has received a large number of complaints from TCS employees across various locations regarding abrupt terminations, forced resignations, denial of statutory dues, and coercive employment practices. After reviewing the grievances and supporting documents, NITES assisted the affected employees in filing formal complaints before the competent authority. The initiation of proceedings by the Labour Commissioner reinforces that every employer is legally bound to follow due process and cannot act in violation of labour laws," said TCS in its post.
NITES urged any current or former worker who believes that they faced wrongful removal or denial of dues to file formal complaints, adding that it will support affected staff in preparing submissions and seeking available remedies. "Employees who have faced similar issues are encouraged to come forward and assert their rights. If you have experienced wrongful termination, forced resignation, non-payment of dues, or any form of pressure or unfair treatment, you have legal protections available. Raising your grievance formally is an important step toward ensuring accountability and safeguarding your employment rights. NITES remains committed to supporting IT and ITES employees who require guidance or assistance in filing complaints or understanding available legal remedies," the post addes.
TCS says employees axed 'with a lot of care'
At the company's recent earnings call, TCS HR head Sudeep Kunnumal, said that the company is “not chasing a target” with respect to its headcount reduction. Responding to a question on whether the quantum of the headcount reduction seen during the July-September period will continue in the subsequent quarter, chief human resources officer Kunnumal said the company will continue to evaluate everyone.
“The 20,000 net headcount decline is due to voluntary and involuntary attrition… we don't have a target… We'll continue to evaluate everyone after all the investment in learning and development that we've done,” Kunnuamal said. Mid and senior-level staff members unable to find the right role based on their seniority will be released “with a lot of care”, he said.
Meanwhile, the company’s net headcount reduced by nearly 20,000 during the previous quarter. Its attrition rate moved to 13.3% during the second quarter of fiscal 2025, up from 12.3% in the year-ago period, but less than 13.8% in the first quarter. Total headcount as of September-end stood at 593,314.
"The Labour Commissioner Office, Pune has issued summons to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in multiple matters filed by NITES concerning illegal termination of employment and unlawful layoffs. The hearing has been scheduled for 18 November 2025. Over the past several months, NITES has received a large number of complaints from TCS employees across various locations regarding abrupt terminations, forced resignations, denial of statutory dues, and coercive employment practices. After reviewing the grievances and supporting documents, NITES assisted the affected employees in filing formal complaints before the competent authority. The initiation of proceedings by the Labour Commissioner reinforces that every employer is legally bound to follow due process and cannot act in violation of labour laws," said TCS in its post.
NITES urged any current or former worker who believes that they faced wrongful removal or denial of dues to file formal complaints, adding that it will support affected staff in preparing submissions and seeking available remedies. "Employees who have faced similar issues are encouraged to come forward and assert their rights. If you have experienced wrongful termination, forced resignation, non-payment of dues, or any form of pressure or unfair treatment, you have legal protections available. Raising your grievance formally is an important step toward ensuring accountability and safeguarding your employment rights. NITES remains committed to supporting IT and ITES employees who require guidance or assistance in filing complaints or understanding available legal remedies," the post addes.
TCS says employees axed 'with a lot of care'
At the company's recent earnings call, TCS HR head Sudeep Kunnumal, said that the company is “not chasing a target” with respect to its headcount reduction. Responding to a question on whether the quantum of the headcount reduction seen during the July-September period will continue in the subsequent quarter, chief human resources officer Kunnumal said the company will continue to evaluate everyone.
“The 20,000 net headcount decline is due to voluntary and involuntary attrition… we don't have a target… We'll continue to evaluate everyone after all the investment in learning and development that we've done,” Kunnuamal said. Mid and senior-level staff members unable to find the right role based on their seniority will be released “with a lot of care”, he said.
Meanwhile, the company’s net headcount reduced by nearly 20,000 during the previous quarter. Its attrition rate moved to 13.3% during the second quarter of fiscal 2025, up from 12.3% in the year-ago period, but less than 13.8% in the first quarter. Total headcount as of September-end stood at 593,314.
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