Infosys has rewarded employees with an average bonus payout of 80% for the first quarter of FY26, reflecting its strong earnings performance. The Bengaluru-based IT giant confirmed that the payout is significantly higher than last quarter’s average of 65%.
According to an internal communication, bonus percentages are linked to performance ratings and vary across levels. For PL4 employees, payouts range between 80% and 89%, while PL5 employees will receive between 78% and 87%. PL6 staff will get 75% to 85%, depending on their performance.
At the PL4 level, employees rated “Outstanding” will earn 89% of their eligible bonus, while those under “Needs Attention” will receive 80%. Similarly, at PL6, the top performers will secure 85% payouts, with the lower band fixed at 75%.
Infosys informed employees that bonus letters will be uploaded to their e-dockets in the coming days.
The announcement comes after Infosys posted Q1FY26 net profit of ₹6,921 crore, up 8.7% YoY, and revenue of ₹42,279 crore, up 7.5% YoY, beating analyst expectations.
Market Insights
The bonus announcement highlights Infosys’ strong operating performance and commitment to employee retention.
Rival IT major TCS recently announced wage hikes, indicating heightened competition for talent in the Indian IT sector.
Higher payouts suggest positive revenue visibility for Infosys, which could boost investor confidence.
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Market Update & Key Insights
Infosys’ performance-driven bonus aligns with its robust Q1 earnings.
The IT sector is witnessing a mix of wage hikes, layoffs, and bonus rollouts, reflecting shifting business strategies.
Strong earnings and payouts may support Infosys’ stock momentum in the near term.
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