Tata Electronics, a subsidiary of Tata Group, has emerged as a major player in India’s electronics and semiconductor manufacturing sector. The company is now preparing for one of its largest hiring drives ever, aiming to strengthen its role in global supply chains, especially in partnership with Apple.
Hiring Drive and Expansion:
- 15,000 new jobs will be created at the Hosur campus near Bengaluru.
- Workforce will grow from 60,000 to 75,000 in the next six months.
- The expansion is driven by Apple’s growing demand for iPhone assembly in India.
- Tata Electronics is expected to match Foxconn’s headcount in India, signaling its rapid rise in the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) sector.
Financial Growth:
- Tata Electronics reported ₹66,601 crore revenue in FY25, a massive jump from ₹3,752 crore in FY24.
- This surge highlights its growing importance within Tata Sons’ overall financials.
- Exports of Apple iPhones from India hit a record $10 billion in the first half of FY25, up 75% year‑on‑year, with Tata Electronics playing a key role.
Challenges Ahead:
- While the expansion creates opportunities, experts warn of a skilled workforce shortage.
- India’s electronics sector could face a gap of 8 million workers by 2027‑28 if training programs don’t keep pace.
- Tata Electronics has already signed MoUs with institutions like NIELIT Kohima to skill youth for semiconductor jobs.
Outlook:
This hiring push aligns with the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat programme, strengthening India’s position in global electronics manufacturing. With Apple’s blistering pace of expansion, Tata Electronics is expected to become one of the largest EMS companies in India, rivaling global giants like Foxconn.
