AI Skills Become a Core Requirement as India’s GCC Hiring Shifts Toward Specialized Talent
What Happened
A new analysis by ANSR found that nearly 65% of new roles created in India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in 2026 require AI-related skills. The study reviewed more than 5,000 active job openings and over 20,000 positions filled during the past year. Demand for AI and data professionals increased about 45% year over year, while GCC hiring grew approximately 12% to 15% in the first half of 2026, outpacing the broader IT and IT-enabled services sector.
Key Takeaways
The findings suggest that GCC hiring is increasingly focused on specialized capabilities rather than headcount expansion. AI skills are becoming relevant across functions including software engineering, product management, cybersecurity, finance and operations, reflecting the growing adoption of AI across business processes.