IT freshers with AI/ML skills in demand, command higher salaries

BENGALURU: As specialised skills such as Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning and full-stack developer are in demand, companies are ready to pay from Rs 8.2 lakh to Rs 10.2 lakh per annum for freshers.

Ramesh Alluri Reddy, CEO, TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship, said candidates with niche skills, particularly in high-demand areas such as AI/ML, cybersecurity, and cloud computing, are compensated at a premium.

“Freshers possessing these specialised skills can command starting salaries 20-30% higher than their peers, reflecting the intense demand and limited supply of talent in these critical areas. This trend is evident across both IT and non-IT industries,” he said.