कृपया इसे हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें
On February 7, 2025, Infosys, one of India’s largest IT companies, made headlines when it terminated nearly 400 freshers at its Mysuru campus. The decision was based on the company’s strict internal assessments—a process that has been part of its hiring practice for more than two decades. According to company rules, every fresher is given three chances to clear the mandatory evaluation. Failure to pass within these three attempts means the trainee’s journey with Infosys comes to an abrupt end.
Reports from multiple sources reveal that groups of trainees were called into a meeting starting early in the morning, where they were informed about the outcome of their assessments. The atmosphere was tense, and security was present during the process. Trainees who did not meet the required benchmark were asked to vacate the campus immediately. In one deeply emotional incident, a female trainee pleaded, “Please let me stay the night. I will leave tomorrow. Where will I go right now?” Despite her plea, she was told, “We don’t know. You are no longer part of the company. Vacate the premises by 6 pm.”
The Backstory
For many freshers, securing an offer from Infosys is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. Some had waited for as long as two and a half years after graduating to finally join the company after receiving their offer letters in 2022. The internal assessment process is designed to ensure that every candidate is ready for the demanding world of IT services. However, recent changes have seen the pass mark being raised from 50% to 65%, and the training syllabus has grown significantly, requiring around 200 hours of study and eight hours of daily self-study.
The Impact on Trainees
The sudden terminations have left many freshers shocked and stranded. With little time to prepare alternative plans, the affected trainees have been left to face an uncertain future. Critics have called this move “cruel” and “unethical,” arguing that the new criteria have unfairly increased the pressure on young professionals who are just starting their careers. Employee unions like NITES have expressed their discontent and threatened to file official complaints with the Ministry of Labour and Employment, seeking urgent intervention.
Ground-Level Reactions and Humorous Irony
While many have raised serious concerns about the corporate practice, the incident has also sparked a wave of internet memes and humorous remarks. Despite the humor, the underlying pain and uncertainty for the affected freshers remain very real.
What’s Next?
The controversy is far from over. Sources indicate that another batch of around 450 trainees, who are scheduled for their third assessment attempt on February 14, 2025, might face similar fates if they do not clear the tests. This has prompted calls for a review of the assessment process, with many urging the company to reconsider whether the current system is fair to freshers who have long aspired to kickstart their careers at Infosys.
A Balancing Act in Corporate Culture
Infosys defends its actions by stating that the process is clearly mentioned in the employment contract and is part of its long-standing hiring policy. However, critics and affected trainees argue that the move is too harsh and that it reflects a larger trend of increasing corporatization and cost-cutting at the expense of employee welfare.
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