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K. Krithivasan - CEO and Managing Director of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

Amidst technological upheaval and global volatility, K. Krithivasan has anchored TCS with steady leadership, driving growth while upholding its tradition of excellence. As K. Krithivasan approaches the two-year mark as CEO and Managing Director of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), his leadership has been characterized by measured decisions and a focus on long-term stability. 

In an industry often driven by rapid changes, Krithivasan's approach has been to navigate the company through global uncertainties with a steady hand. His approach has not only preserved TCS's legacy of consistent delivery but also set the stage for its next phase of growth. 

Under his leadership, the company has seen a strong revenue jump, a surge in AI project investments, and a renewed push into global markets. The combination of strategic thinking and quiet charisma has earned Krithivasan the trust of TCS's workforce and the wider Indian IT industry, positioning him as one of the most respected global leaders in this highly competitive field.

K. Krithivasan – Biography

K. Krithivasan - Education

Krithivasan’s academic journey laid a strong foundation for his future endeavours. After completing his Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, he decided to further his studies in a field that blended technology and business strategy. 

He pursued his Master’s in Industrial & Management Engineering from IIT Kanpur, India’s most prestigious institution. Furthermore, he has completed an industrial training course at Harvard Business School, enhancing his leadership and strategic management skills.

K. Krithivasan - Career Journey

Krithivasan joined TCS in 1989 as an Assistant System Analyst in New Delhi, shortly after completing his M.Tech from IIT Kanpur. Initially working in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector, he quickly made a mark by applying his deep understanding of the financial services industry. His solution-oriented approach and ability to build and nurture client relationships positioned him as a trusted leader.

After joining TCS, Krithivasan moved to North America in 1997, where he was promoted to Regional Manager for TCS Florida. In 2000, he became the e-business delivery head and was later appointed as the head of the BFSI Solution Centre in 2004.

K. Krithivasan - Leadership at TCS 

K. Krithivasan’s leadership at Tata Consultancy Services has been marked by a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. K. Krithivasan became Tata Consultancy Services' (TCS) Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director in June 2023. He has driven strategic initiatives that have strengthened TCS’s position as a global IT powerhouse. 

Driving Global Expansion and BFSI Leadership

Krithivasan’s most prominent role before becoming CEO was as Global Head of BFSI, a sector that contributes over 30% of TCS’s total revenue. Under his leadership, the BFSI vertical witnessed:

• Strategic partnerships with leading global banks and insurance companies.
• A push towards next-gen digital solutions, focusing on AI, machine learning, and blockchain for financial services. His efforts helped solidify TCS’s position as a trusted digital transformation partner for the world’s largest financial institutions.

Client-Centric Innovation

Krithivasan’s leadership is often described as deeply client-focused. He was instrumental in driving:

• Co-innovation initiatives, in which TCS partnered with clients to develop custom solutions.
• Agile transformation programs help clients accelerate their digital journeys.
• Enhanced focus on cybersecurity and regulatory compliance in BFSI.

Transition to CEO and Strategic Vision

In March 2023, following the sudden departure of Rajesh Gopinathan, Krithivasan was named CEO-designate and took over as CEO & Managing Director of TCS on June 1, 2023. As CEO, his achievements include:

• TCS has trained 300,000 employees in foundational AI skills, positioning itself as having one of the world's largest AI-ready workforces under his leadership. The company is actively engaged in over 200 generative AI projects, with a deal pipeline valued at $900 million.
• Steering TCS through macroeconomic uncertainties, including inflation, talent shortages, and global geopolitical challenges.
• Driving double-digit revenue growth and maintaining healthy profit margins despite global headwinds.
• Leading initiatives in Generative AI, cloud-first strategies, and sustainability-focused tech solutions.
•  His calm, decisive leadership and focus on innovation are widely credited with keeping TCS competitive on the global stage.

Industry Recognition

Under Mr. Krithivasan's leadership, TCS achieved significant milestones that garnered industry-wide recognition:

• Brand Value Growth: In 2024, TCS gained $2 billion in brand value, elevating it to the position of the second most valuable IT services brand globally.
• Top Employer Recognition: TCS was recognized as a Global Top Employer 2024 by the Top Employers Institute, reflecting the company's commitment to excellence in employee conditions and talent development.

In the December 2024 quarter (Q3 FY25), TCS reported a net profit of INR 10,846 crore, marking an 11% year-on-year increase from INR 9,769 crore in the same quarter of the previous year. Revenue from operations grew by 19.1% year-on-year to INR 58,229 crore, up from INR 48,885 crore.

This robust performance was driven by strong demand for cloud services and continued momentum in key markets such as North America and the UK.

K. Krithivasan - Rise in Net Worth

In the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25), K. Krithivasan’s total compensation at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) saw a notable increase of 4.6%, reaching INR 26.52 crore. It is nearly 330 times higher than the median salary of the company's 6.07 lakh employees. 

This was a rise from his previous year’s earnings of INR 25.35 crore in FY24, signalling both his growing influence within the company and TCS’s strong performance under his stewardship.

• Base Salary: INR 1.39 crore
• Benefits, Perquisites, and Allowances: INR 2.13 crore
• Commission: INR 23 crore