Sector Rough Data
Sector Rough Data
The service sector encompasses a wide range of industries that provide intangible goods and
services, including healthcare, education, finance, and hospitality, playing a crucial role in
modern economies.
OVERVIEW
The indian Service sector is broadly divided into Sub-sectors
MARKET SIZE
The services industry performed well in H2:2022-23, boosted by contact-intensive
services and building activities. India ‘s IT and business services market is projected to
reach US$ 19.93 billion by 2025.
With the fastest growing (9.2%) service sector globally, the sector accounts for a 66%
share of India's GDP and generates about 28% of the total employment in India.
LEADING PLAYERS
Domestic
1) HDFC Bank
2) Tata Consultancy Services
3) Bharti Airtel
4) Reliance Industrie
International
1) Accenture
2) Amazon
3) Meta
4) IBM
TOP 3 SERVICE COMPANY IN INDIA
1) HDFC Bank
2) Tata Consultancy Services
3) Bharti Airtel
5) Industry Rivalry
High; intense competition among leading firms fosters continuous innovation and
service improvement.
GOVERNMENT INITIATIVES
The Government of India recognises the importance of promoting growth in the services
sector and provides several incentives across a wide variety of sectors like health care,
tourism, education, engineering, communications, transportation, information technology,
banking, finance, and management among others.
In October 2021, the government launched phase II of the Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship
to empower students and boost skill development.
In October 2021, the PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission was launched by the
government, to strengthen the critical healthcare network across India in the next four to five
years.
Under the Union Budget 2021-22, the government allocated Rs. 7,000 crore (US$ 963.97 million)
to the BharatNet programme to boost digital connectivity across India.
India’s tourism and hospitality sector may earn US$ 50.9 billion as visitor exports by 2028.
This document outlines the significant initiatives undertaken by the Indian government to
foster growth in the Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology-enabled
Services (ITeS) sector. With a focus on enhancing infrastructure, promoting innovation, and
ensuring cybersecurity, these initiatives reflect the government's commitment to making India
a global leader in the IT and ITeS domains. The following sections detail various budget
allocations, policy changes, and collaborative efforts aimed at strengthening the IT ecosystem
in the country.
Key Initiatives
1. Union Budget 2024-25 Allocation
The Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23,
2024, proposed an allocation of Rs. 1,16,342 crore (US$ 13.98 billion) specifically for
the IT and Telecom sectors.
9. Cybersecurity Directions
In April 2022, CERT-In issued directives aimed at strengthening cybersecurity
measures across the country.
These initiatives collectively aim to create a robust IT and ITeS ecosystem in India, driving
innovation, enhancing security, and promoting sustainable growth in the sector.
Employment Trends
Direct employment in the IT services and BPO/ITeS segment is estimated to reach 5.43 million
in FY 2023-2024 (E) with an addition of 60,000 people (consisting of ~ 36 percent women
employees).
Recent Development
Cloud migration
Businesses are moving their IT infrastructure and services to cloud-based platforms to reduce
costs, increase flexibility, and use scalable computing resources.
Cybersecurity
The emphasis on cybersecurity is growing, with tools that can be integrated with other security
tools to speed up risk reduction.
Data science
Data science is a growing field with applications across many sectors, including healthcare, finance,
and e-commerce.
Artificial intelligence (AI)
AI is being used in a variety of ways, such as in Domino's ordering system, where a virtual assistant
named "Dom" can process voice orders and answer questions.
Blockchain
Blockchain is increasing the security, transparency, and efficiency of transactions and record-
keeping.
Robotics and IoT
Robotics and IoT devices are being used to streamline operations and improve service delivery
through automation and real-time data collection.
AR and VR
AR and VR technologies are being used to create immersive interactions that improve customer
experiences.
Predictive analytics and big data
Predictive analytics and big data are being used to provide insights into consumer behavior, which
can enable personalized services.