Impact of 2025 Layoffs on B. Tech. IT/ CS/ MCA Careers

The 2025 wave of layoffs in India's tech industry has hit B.Tech. graduates hard, especially in sectors like IT, software services, and e-commerce. As companies cut costs and restructure, entry-level tech jobs are becoming more competitive, forcing engineers to adapt, upskill, and explore new career paths.

How B. Tech. IT/ CS/ MCA Careers Are Affected 

📉 Decline in Entry-Level IT Jobs 

• Mass layoffs in IT giants (Infosys, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Cognizant, etc.) have led to fewer fresher recruitments. 
• Many campus placements were revoked or delayed, leaving fresh B.Tech. graduates in uncertainty. 

🤖 AI & Automation Replacing Traditional IT Roles 

• Routine coding and testing jobs are now being automated, reducing the need for junior software engineers. 
• Low-code and no-code platforms are disrupting traditional software development roles. 

🚀 Increased Demand in Emerging Tech Domains 

Despite layoffs, demand is rising in fields like: 

o AI & Machine Learning 🤖 

o Cybersecurity 🔐 

o Cloud Computing & DevOps ☁️ 

o Data Science & Big Data Analytics 📊 

o Blockchain & Web3 ⛓️ 

o Renewable Energy & Sustainability Tech 🌱 

🔄 More Contract & Gig-Based Hiring 

• Companies are shifting towards freelance, contract-based, and project-specific hiring instead of permanent roles. 
• Platforms like Turing, Upwork, and LinkedIn gigs are growing in popularity among engineers. 

🌍 Rise in Global Hiring & Remote Work 

• Many Indian B.Tech. / MCA graduates are looking for remote jobs with global tech companies. 
• Tech hubs like the US, Canada, and Europe continue to seek skilled talent in niche tech areas. 

How B.Tech / MCA Professionals Can Adapt 

✅ Diversifying Industry Domain and Functional Knowledge – Diversifying knowledge base in multiple industry verticals, market research skills, consulting skills. 

✅ Specialize in High-Demand Skills – AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and blockchain.

✅ Explore Remote & Freelance Work – Work for global clients via platforms like Upwork & Fiverr. 

✅ Leverage Internships & Certifications – Gain experience through internships, online bootcamps, and hackathons. 

✅ Consider Higher Studies (M.Tech./MBA/MS) – Specializing in a niche domain can give an edge in the competitive market. 

Final Thoughts 

While entry-level software jobs are shrinking, new tech opportunities are booming in AI, cybersecurity, and Web3. B.Tech. / MCA graduates who upskill, adapt to new trends, and explore global markets will have a better chance of success in the evolving job landscape.

Mon Mar 31, 2025