Infosys reported a significant headcount addition of 8,203 employees in Q2 FY26, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of growth. This surge in hiring, coupled with a 13.2% jump in net profit to Rs 7,364 crore, signals a revival in campus recruitment. The company also raised its FY26 growth outlook to 2-3%.
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