India, Dec. 15 -- Okta said it will significantly expand its research and development presence and physical footprint at its Bengaluru campus. The investment reflects the company's view that India is no longer just a support base but a core engine for global product development.

Since 2023, Okta's India workforce has grown to around 700 employees. The company now plans to increase headcount by another 50 percent in 2026, with a strong focus on deep-tech engineering and product development roles. These teams will work on both global initiatives and solutions designed for India's fast-growing digital economy.

The expansion also supports Okta's broader business goal of scaling its global revenue from USD 5 billion to USD 10 billion, with I...