TCS to expand U.S. workforce despite green card programme suspension

Tata Consultancy Services has signalled confidence in its American expansion strategy, stating that the suspension of the U.S. green card programme will not alter its hiring trajectory. The Bangalore-headquartered technology services firm said it intends to bring 15,000 new workers onto its U.S. payroll over the next five years to strengthen its domestic workforce presence.

The announcement comes at a time of heightened scrutiny around visa policies and immigration restrictions affecting India's software export industry. Major IT services companies, which have long depended on H-1B and similar visa programmes to deploy skilled professionals to American clients, face uncertain regulatory conditions.

TCS emphasised that its recruitment strategy focuses on bolstering local talent in the United States rather than relying solely on overseas placements. The initiative aligns with the company's broader objective of deepening its commitment to the American market, where it maintains significant operations and client relationships.

The green card suspension, part of broader U.S. immigration policy shifts, has created uncertainty for global technology firms. However, TCS's decision to maintain aggressive hiring suggests that major Indian IT exporters are adapting their workforce strategies to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape while sustaining growth in their largest offshore market.