India's Salary Growth to Remain Resilient at 9.1% in 2026-27: Survey

India Inc salary hikes to rise to 9.1% in 2027: Aon survey

Non-banking financial companies, energy and real estate are expected to offer the highest salary increases, while employers focus on retaining skilled talent.

India's salary growth to remain resilient at 9.1% in 2026-27: Survey

The survey is based on an analysis of inputs from more than 1,200 organisations across 45 industries.

India Inc. set for 9.1% salary hikes in 2027: What the numbers reveal, and are projections too optimistic?

Aon’s survey of more than 1,200 Indian employers projects average salary increases of 9.1% in 2027, led by non-banking finance, energy and real estate. Attrition rose to 18% in 2026, while AI adoption and demand for specialised skills grew. Most employers are preparing for Wage Code compliance.

Salaries In India Expected To Rise 9.1% In 2027 Amid Global Uncertainty: Report

According to the report, strong domestic consumption, sustained investments and export growth continue to support business confidence, enabling companies to invest in talent while maintaining cost discipline.

Salary hikes at 9.1%, inflation still bites: Are employees actually getting richer in 2027? - BusinessToday

India Inc’s average salary hike is projected to rise marginally to 9.1% in 2027 from 9% in 2026, according to Aon. But with inflation, taxes and rising household expenses eating into increments, how much more purchasing power will employees actually gain?