TeamLease Services Reports 39% YoY EBITDA Growth in Q1 FY26 Amid Sector Challenges
TeamLease Services Limited announced Q1 FY2026 results with 12% YoY revenue growth to Rs. 2,904.00 crores, 39% YoY EBITDA growth to Rs. 31.00 crores, and 29% YoY PAT increase to Rs. 25.00 crores. Total headcount reached 351,000, adding 5,000 employees this quarter. The company faced challenges in BFSI and IT services sectors but saw growth in enterprise clients and tech profiles. Management changes include the resignation of CEO - Staffing and CFO taking on additional COO role. The company maintains a strong financial position with Rs. 300.00 crores net free cash.

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TeamLease Services Limited , one of India's leading staffing companies, has announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, demonstrating resilience in the face of sector-specific headwinds. The company reported significant year-on-year growth in key financial metrics, while also unveiling changes in its senior management.
Financial Highlights
For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, TeamLease Services posted the following consolidated results:
- Total revenue increased by 12% year-on-year to Rs. 2,904.00 crores
- EBITDA grew by 39% year-on-year to Rs. 31.00 crores
- Profit after tax (PAT) rose by 29% year-on-year to Rs. 25.00 crores
However, on a sequential basis, the company experienced a decline in profitability:
- EBITDA decreased by 35% quarter-on-quarter
- PAT fell by 34% compared to the previous quarter
Operational Performance
Despite challenges in the BFSI and IT services sectors, TeamLease demonstrated growth in its workforce:
- Total headcount reached 351,000, adding approximately 5,000 employees during the quarter
- Year-on-year increase of 19,000 associates
- General Staffing contributed 295,270 headcount with 11% revenue growth year-on-year
- Specialized Staffing added 110 net employees
The company's client base also expanded, with 118 new logos added during the quarter.
Management Commentary
Ashok Reddy, Managing Director of TeamLease Services Limited, commented on the results: "Despite persistent macro-economic headwinds affecting the BFSI and IT services verticals, we have delivered notable EBITDA growth on a year-on-year basis. Resilient demand from enterprise clients and tech profiles in Non-tech companies and Global Capability Centers, have helped sustain the growth momentum."
Reddy added, "With a sharp focus on operational efficiency, diversified service mix and financial discipline, we are gearing up for a steady profit expansion trajectory for the remainder of the fiscal year and delivering value to all stakeholders across business cycles."
Segment Performance
Segment | Performance |
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General Staffing | Headcount grew by 5% year-on-year, with revenue up by 11% |
Degree Apprenticeship | Added a net 1,700 headcount for the quarter |
Specialized Staffing | Gross revenue grew by 22% year-on-year, including inorganic contribution |
HR Services | Managing over 3.5 lakhs monthly records in the HCM business |
Management Changes
TeamLease Services also announced significant changes in its senior management:
Mr. Kartik Narayan, Chief Executive Officer - Staffing, has resigned effective September 11, 2025, to pursue new opportunities outside the company.
Ms. Ramani Dathi, currently serving as Chief Financial Officer, will take on the additional role of Chief Operating Officer effective August 1, 2025.
Financial Position
The company maintains a strong financial position with net free cash of Rs. 300.00 crores, excluding TDS refundable of approximately Rs. 300.00 crores.
As TeamLease Services navigates through sector-specific challenges, its focus on operational efficiency and diversified service mix appears to be yielding positive results. The company's ability to grow its workforce and expand its client base in a challenging environment demonstrates its resilience and market position in India's staffing industry.
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