WFH Era Ends: Indian IT Giants Mandate Office Return by 2026

• Indian IT sector, including Infosys, TCS, and Wipro, is phasing out Work From Home (WFH) by 2026.
• Infosys caps WFO exemptions at five days per quarter, requiring employees (Job Level 5 and below) to be in office for at least 10 days monthly, with system-driven tracking and leave deductions for non-compliance.
• TCS links office attendance to variable pay and promotions, enforcing a full five-day office week for many.
• Wipro mandates a minimum of six hours in office for at least three days a week starting January 2026, emphasizing in-person collaboration.
• Industry leaders cite 'collaboration debt' and the need for physical presence for mentorship, problem-solving, and culture-building, especially with AI transforming work.

Why It Matters: Indian IT giants are ending WFH by 2026, mandating office returns for enhanced collaboration and culture.