TCS Faces Legal Action Over Alleged Illegal Layoffs in Pune
The Pune Labour Commissioner has officially summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) following multiple complaints of illegal terminations and unlawful layoffs filed by the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES). The hearing is scheduled for November 18, 2025.
Key Takeaways
- TCS summoned by Pune Labour Commissioner over illegal termination complaints
- Hearing scheduled for November 18, 2025
- NITES filed cases on behalf of affected employees
- TCS announced 2% global workforce reduction (approx. 12,000 jobs)
- Company reported second consecutive year of headcount decline
What Prompted the Legal Action?
NITES reported receiving numerous 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 organization stated in a social media post.
NITES Calls for More Affected Employees
The employee union has urged other affected TCS workers to come forward and assert their legal 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,” NITES emphasized.
The organization confirmed its commitment to supporting IT and ITES employees who need guidance in filing complaints or understanding available legal remedies.
Background: TCS Workforce Reduction
Earlier this year, TCS announced plans to lay off 2% of its global workforce during financial year 2025-26, affecting approximately 12,000 employees.
The company’s headcount dropped by 19,755 in the second quarter of FY26, bringing total employment to 613,069 as per the October 9 earnings release. This decline follows a modest addition of 5,090 employees in the previous June quarter.
This marks the second consecutive year of workforce contraction for TCS, following its first-ever headcount decline in FY24 since the company’s listing in 2004. The current reduction contrasts sharply with the company’s earlier expansion, which saw 22,600 employees added in FY23 and a record 103,000 hires in FY22.
