7 BIG TAKEAWAYS ON SALARY GROWTH IN INDIA'S MEI SECTOR

Balasubramanian is a seasoned leader known for driving business growth, turning around challenges into success, and scaling innovative solutions across diverse sectors. With expertise in enterprise sales, account management, P&L ownership, and digital transformation, he has consistently delivered impactful results. Skilled at building CXO relationships and leading large teams, he blends strategic vision with execution excellence.

- Balasubramanian Anantha Narayanan, VP & Business Head, TeamLease Services

In this article, Balasubramanian highlights how India's Manufacturing, Engineering, and Infrastructure sector is evolving, showing how digital adoption, Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing hubs are reshaping roles, driving skill-driven growth, and redefining where talent earns its true worth.

The Manufacturing, Engineering, and Infrastructure (MEI) industry in India is geared up for a strong year, with an expected salary growth of 7.9 percent in FY 2025-26, according to TeamLease's latest report. From IT engineers to blue-collar electricians, the numbers reflect both a digital-first push and steady demand for traditional technical skills. The MEI sector is recalibrating for efficiency-driven growth. This reflects India’s broader focus on Industry 4.0 adoption, EV clusters, infrastructure corridors, and smart manufacturing setups.

Engineering Salaries Climb Steadily (8.4 percent Growth)

• Engineering roles remain crucial, with Project Engineers (8.8 percent) and Mechanical Design Engineers (8.1 percent) driving demand.

• Site Engineers (7.7 percent) and EHS Officers (7.3 percent) show moderate but steady growth.