HCL Tech, a global IT services and technology company , on Friday opened a Global Technology Centre at Gift City in Ahmedabad, employing as many as 500 engineers, as part of its expansion plans
The centre would deliver artificial intelligence (AI)-led solutions to the company’s global clients in the financial services industry. It would also serve as a hub for developing next-generation technology solutions and talent development.
HCL Tech also signed agreements with Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar and Gujarat Technological University (GTU) to advance industry-academia collaboration and nurture future-ready technology talent in Gujarat. The partnerships are said to focus on research in AI for financial services, related software and skills development, providing students and faculty with hands-on industry exposure and opportunities to contribute to global technology and digital transformation initiatives.
Harsh Sanghavi, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, said, “HCL Tech’s commitment to creating local jobs and nurturing local talent aligns strongly with our vision of enabling Gujarat’s youth to access global career opportunities closer to home..
Published - July 17, 2026 09:17 pm IST