Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) also trimmed more than 12,000 roles between 2025 and 2026, but mostly at midlevel and senior levels.
Its approach was slower and tied to a tighter bench policy and redeployment process.
CEO K Krithivasan admitted these choices were tough but said staying agile matters most right now.
Meanwhile, regulators are watching closely after complaints about forced exits.