Telangana is rapidly rising as India’s next-generation Global Capability Center (GCC) powerhouse, according to a new report by Xpheno, a leading specialist staffing firm.
The study, titled “Telangana: The Next-Gen GCC Powerhouse,” reveals that Hyderabad now attracts 40% of all new Greenfield GCCs in India. Bengaluru follows at 33%. This marks a major shift in India’s GCC landscape.
Hyderabad Leads India’s GCC Expansion
Over the past three years, Hyderabad has become the most preferred destination for Greenfield GCCs. The city now represents a strong, future-ready ecosystem that appeals to global enterprises.
Currently, Telangana hosts more than 360 GCCs, employing over 3.1 lakh professionals. These employees make up nearly 14% of the state’s total white-collar workforce.
Kamal Karanth, Co-founder of Xpheno, said:
“Telangana is fast emerging as India’s next-generation GCC powerhouse. With a vibrant and skilled workforce, the state has become a magnet for global enterprises seeking sustainable talent ecosystems.”
He added that Hyderabad’s strong talent pool, strategic policies, and advanced infrastructure have made it a preferred hub for innovation-led global operations.
What’s Driving Telangana’s GCC Boom
The Xpheno report points to several reasons for Telangana’s rapid rise:
- A large pool of skilled professionals at competitive costs.
- Strong inflow of new talent, with a 4:1 inbound-to-outbound jobseeker ratio.
- A diverse GCC landscape including IT, BFSI, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
- Women forming 33% of the GCC workforce, with 19% in leadership roles.
Key Insights from the Xpheno GCC Report 2025
- Telangana’s GCC ecosystem shows a Positive Talent Balance (PTB) of 6,400 professionals — second only to Karnataka.
- Engineering and IT roles make up 57% of total GCC employment in the state.
- The state has 47.8 lakh accessible professionals, including 23.3 lakh with over one year of experience.
- Telangana’s GCC ecosystem now includes R&D, finance, supply chain, and engineering functions.
Telangana: A Global Magnet for Innovation
Thanks to progressive government reforms and world-class infrastructure, Telangana has grown beyond its IT roots. Today, Hyderabad stands tall as a global capability and innovation hub.
Moreover, as companies accelerate their digital transformation, Telangana offers an ideal ecosystem. Its availability of skilled talent, cost efficiency, and business-friendly climate make it a preferred destination for next-gen GCCs.
About Xpheno
Founded in 2017 by Kamal Karanth and Anil Ethanur, Xpheno is India’s largest specialist staffing company. It has offices in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, and NCR.
The company has successfully recruited over 28,000 niche tech professionals and supported the setup of 40+ Greenfield GCCs in India over the past two years. Its unique Skill_Speed_Scale_Price framework continues to power successful GCC operations nationwide.
