India, Aug. 20 -- Infosys has announced an average performance bonus of 80% for its eligible employees for the first quarter of the financial year 2025-26 (Q1FY26). The payout will be processed with August salaries. This marks a notable increase from the 65% bonus distributed in the previous quarter, which had disappointed many employees amidst a broader industry slowdown. The company has linked the improved payout to its strong financial results in the April-to-June period.

This bonus is not uniform across the board. The payout percentage varies based on individual performance ratings and job levels, specifically for employees in the PL4, PL5, and PL6 bands. Infosys maintains that its performance-based pay structure helps foster a high-...