Infosys has announced an 85% performance bonus for eligible employees for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025 (Q2 FY25), which ended in September 2024. The bonus will be disbursed along with November salaries and will vary based on individual performance and contributions.
Targeted Employees
The bonus is primarily aimed at mid- and junior-level employees in delivery and sales roles. These employees make up a significant portion of Infosys’ 3.15 lakh workforce.
Official Communication to Employees
In an email to eligible employees, Infosys highlighted its focus on building a high-performance work culture. The email stated:
“In line with our organizational goals of fostering a high-performance work culture, we have continued to drive performance differentiation while finalizing bonus payouts.”
Recognition of Employee Contributions
The email further stated:
“We delivered broad growth, reinforcing our market leadership. This success reflects your unwavering dedication, our strategic focus on margin performance, and our expertise in Cloud and Generative AI. Your commitment has been instrumental in delivering exceptional value to our clients. Thank you for your invaluable contributions; we look forward to a future of endless possibilities together.”
Infosys Q2 FY25 Performance
Financial Highlights
- Net Profit: ₹6,506 crore (4.7% YoY increase)
- Revenue: ₹40,986 crore (5.1% YoY increase)
The growth was driven by mega-deals and increased demand in the financial services sector. Infosys also raised its FY25 revenue growth forecast to 3.75%-4.5%.
Comparison with Previous Bonuses
- Q1 FY25: 80% bonus
- Q4 FY24: 60% bonus
Bonus Policy and Competitor Comparison
Independent of Hybrid Work Model
Unlike TCS, which reportedly linked bonuses to office attendance, Infosys’ bonus policy is not tied to its hybrid work model. Employees are required to work on-site for at least 10 days per month, but this does not affect bonus payouts.
Comparison with TCS
Infosys’ bonus payout outshines TCS, which reportedly offered an average bonus of 50-60% and provided higher bonuses for employees working from the office.
Upcoming Salary Hikes
Infosys CEO Salil Parekh announced that salary hikes will begin selectively in January 2025 and will be extended to all employees by April 2025.
