Salaries in India are likely to rise by 9% in 2026; real estate, nbfc firms in focus-here is what the survey says

The salaries of India Inc. is expected to rise by 9% by 2026, driven by resilient consumption, investment and policy support in the country, despite the global uncertainties about economic growth, according to a news agency PTI, citing the Aon’s annual salary increase and turnover 2024-25. According to the agency report, the Aon’s annual salary increase and turnover 2024-25 are based on the input of 1,060 organizations in 45 industries in the country. Salary increase in sectors among the most important sectors in the Indian economy, the real estate/infrastructure industry is projected to see a 10.9% increase in salaries, and non -banking employees (NBFC) are also expected to see a 10% increase in 2026. The survey also showed that other sectors, such as car manufacturing, would be after a 9.6% manufacturing, followed by engineering design at a car manufacturing. According to the agency report, the retail industry increased by 9.6%and the life sciences at 9.7%. ‘The growth story of India remains strong, supported by infrastructure investments and policy measures. Our survey shows that key sectors such as real estate and NBFCs take the lead in talent investment and businesses a strategic approach to compensation to ensure sustainable growth and workforce, even in the midst of global uncertainty, ‘the Chaudhary, Partner and Rewards Consulting Leader, Talent Solutions for India at Aon, to the News. The taking off according to the Agency Report, the survey also revealed that the overall take -off figures in India dropped to 17.1% in 2025 so far, from 17.7% in 2024. The draft levels were 18.7% in 2023. As the employees who are in India Inc. Work, become more established and the company gets better positions to invest in targeted stir and development programs, which can help people build up a resilient talent pipeline and prepare for future business needs, the news agency reported, citing the recording report.