📅 June 20, 2025
📍 Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
In a major win for Andhra Pradesh’s growing tech scene, Cognizant is all set to invest a whopping ₹1,582.98 crore in a brand-new IT and IT-enabled services (ITES) campus in Visakhapatnam. This ambitious project is expected to generate 8,000 jobs by March 2029, bringing fresh energy to the local job market and giving Vizag a solid push towards becoming a full-fledged tech hub.
🌟 A Warm Welcome from Andhra Pradesh
The state government is making it clear—big tech is welcome here. To support Cognizant’s plans, the government is offering 21.31 acres of land in Kapuluppada (under VMRDA limits) at a symbolic lease rate of just 99 paise per acre. That’s not a typo. It’s part of Andhra Pradesh’s bold push to attract major investments and put Vizag on the national tech map.
IT Minister Nara Lokesh has played a key role in making this happen. “This is a proud moment for Andhra Pradesh,” he said, adding that the campus is a big step toward making Visakhapatnam the IT capital of the state. The move also aligns with his broader vision of creating jobs, encouraging innovation, and boosting the local economy.
💻 What’s Coming to Vizag?
Cognizant’s new campus won’t just be another office space—it’ll be a full-scale tech and business services center. The focus will be on next-gen technologies like AI, cloud computing, and data analytics. Even more impressive? The project will be completely self-funded by Cognizant, a clear sign of their long-term commitment to Andhra Pradesh.
Once fully up and running by March 2029, the campus will create thousands of skilled jobs for local youth. This means more graduates can find opportunities close to home instead of moving to cities like Bengaluru or Hyderabad.
🏗 Following in TCS’s Footsteps
This isn’t the first time a major player has bet big on Vizag. Recently, TCS was allotted 21.16 acres at the same symbolic rate to set up a ₹1,370 crore campus—expected to create 12,000 jobs. With Cognizant joining the action, it’s clear: Visakhapatnam is fast becoming a serious contender among India’s top tech cities.
📈 Why This Matters
This move is more than just a big investment. It’s a huge boost for local talent and a sign of things to come. These 8,000 jobs will include roles in software development, IT support, analytics, and more—offering a wide range of opportunities for both freshers and experienced professionals.
There’s also a strong ripple effect. The project is expected to support small businesses, improve infrastructure, and attract even more investments to the region.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has long championed Vizag as the state’s economic capital. This deal is yet another piece in that puzzle. “We’re building an ecosystem where talent and opportunity meet,” he said, reiterating the state’s mission to create 2 million jobs by 2029.
🧭 What’s in It for Cognizant?
For Cognizant, this is a smart, strategic move. Back in May 2023, CEO Ravi Kumar S. shared plans to shift focus from metros to smaller, high-potential cities. Vizag ticks all the boxes—lower costs, great talent, and a friendly government.
Interestingly, this specific plan reportedly took shape after discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Minister Lokesh pitched Vizag’s potential to global leaders.
🛣 What’s Next?
The new campus will be built in three phases, with operations starting by March 2029. In the meantime, the Andhra Pradesh government is doubling down on its IT & GCC Policy 4.0, designed to attract even more tech companies.
There’s also buzz that Infosys, HCL, and even Google (rumored to be planning an AI data center) are eyeing Vizag for their next big expansion.
🚀 Join the Journey
For job seekers across Andhra Pradesh, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. From software engineering to data analytics, Cognizant will be hiring across various roles—with a focus on local talent.
Vizag is on the edge of a tech transformation, and this project could be the start of something massive. Stay tuned to our site for more updates as the city takes its place on the global IT stage.