Wipro is transforming its talent acquisition strategy, shifting emphasis from relying on engineering colleges to nurturing internal talent through rigorous training programs.

Wipro, India’s fourth-largest IT services provider, is planning to hire around 7,000-7,500 new employees by the end of December. This move comes as the company aims to strengthen its internal workforce ahead of market recovery and growth in 2025. The company is adopting a new recruitment strategy, training and then hiring employees, rather than the previous approach of “hire and then train”. Wipro has partnered with top educational institutions to establish academies, enabling graduates to understand industry requirements and proposing curriculum adjustments. The company is focusing on recruiting individuals committed to long-term engagement, with a balanced mix of internal promotions and external recruitment. Under CEO Srinivas Pallia’s leadership, Wipro is aiming to establish stability and continuity, after multiple senior-level departures during the previous chief executive’s tenure. Pallia is elevating experienced staff members to senior leadership positions, and the company is prioritizing ensuring adequate supply-side capacity to meet anticipated demand as market conditions improve.