Infosys Lays Off Another 240 Trainees Citing Failed Assessments, Offers Free Upskilling

s has reportedly laid off another 240 trainees after they failed internal assessment tests, marking the second such instance following over 300 terminations in February for similar reasons. An email to the affected trainees cited their failure to meet qualifying criteria in the 'Generic foundation training program' despite multiple attempts and support. Despite the dismissals, Infosys is offering free upskilling programs through NIIT and UpGrad to the impacted individuals, mirroring the support extended to those let go previously. This decision comes amidst a period of subdued demand, with Infosys forecasting a modest 0-3% revenue growth for the current fiscal year. These consecutive layoffs of entry-level talent underscore the pressure on IT firms to maintain workforce competency in a challenging market. While the upskilling offer provides support, it also highlights the stringent performance standards being enforced by Infosys as it navigates current economic uncertainties. The company has not yet officially commented on this latest round of terminations.