Over 85% professionals plan to quit even after salary hikes

A STAGGERING 86% professionals plan to change jobs in the coming months even after salary increments in the just-concluded appraisal cycle, according to the latest Foundit Appraisal Trends Report 2025.

- MANU KAUSHIK

The survey said that the intention to switch jobs is the highest among the employees who received the maximum increments of over 20%.

The survey, based on responses from 5,108 employees across industries and functions, revealed that nearly 74% professionals got salary increments this appraisal cycle.

Though overall appraisals are broadly in line with expectations, the actual increment amounts and sector-wise disparities have left most professionals discontented.

The survey further underscored that salary is no longer the only crucial factor in retaining high-performing talent.