Top 10 companies in India that likely employ the most people

Unveiling the Titans: Top Employers in India

India's economic powerhouse thrives on its vast workforce. Today, we explore the top 10 companies leading the employment game.

1. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

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2. Reliance Industries (RIL)

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3. Infosys

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4. Accenture

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5. Coal India Limited

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6. State Bank of India (SBI)

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7. HCL

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8. Wipro

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9. Tech Mahindra

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10. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)

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