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Gen AI to Boost Indian IT: New Opportunities, Higher Billing Rates Predicted

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News18•06-03-2026, 14:30

Gen AI to Boost Indian IT: New Opportunities, Higher Billing Rates Predicted

•Indian IT services sector to emerge stronger from Gen AI disruption, expanding its addressable market.
•Nuvama report highlights positive long-term outlook, with enterprises relying on IT firms for AI implementation.
•AI-led services expected to command 30-40% higher billing rates, despite potential pressure on traditional revenue.
•Gen AI deployments already showing 15-18% average productivity gains, reaching up to 30-35% in some cases.
•No large-scale job losses anticipated; focus on workforce transformation, role evolution, and reskilling.

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