The new rules, enforced starting June 12, are part of TCS’s internal drive to boost productivity as the IT services industry is grappling with sluggish growth due to uncertain macroeconomic conditions, reported the Times of India.
The update was announced in an internal communication and sent by Chandrasekaran Ramkumar, Global Head of the Resource Management Group (RMG).
Non-compliance may impact pay, growth, and overseas opportunities
Associates must be allocated for a minimum of 225 business days in a year, the policy said. It stated that associates who remain unallocated beyond the limit may face adverse impacts on compensation, promotions, overseas postings, and even the continuity of employment.
The onus, reportedly, is now squarely on the employees, with the TCS communication noting that it’s the associate’s primary responsibility to be proactive and engage with regional RMG and pursue suitable opportunities.
The associates without active project allocations must spend four to six hours daily on learning platforms such as iEvolve, VLS, and Fresco Play, complete all training modules, and use tools like the Gen AI interview coach to remain deployment-ready.
Freshers are expected to be allocated from day one
The company has clarified that new employees should be assigned to projects on their first day. If it does not happen, the freshers have been urged to reach out to RMG for help right away.
The company, as per another NDTV Profit report, has pointed out that associates frequently bouncing between different short-term projects is a concern. If this happens frequently, they noted in the communication that HR might step in to investigate the matter, which could lead to serious consequences.
Remote work exceptions are now strictly limited
As for working arrangements, the new policy states that working from the office is the standard. Remote work or flexibility will only be allowed in special situations, like personal emergencies, and will need to be approved by RMG beforehand.
TCS has stressed that not following this policy could result in serious issues, including possible termination.
