Unveils interim techfin centre with capacity to accommodate 1000 associates

VISAKHAPATNAM, INDIA, Dec. 12, 2025 – Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH), a global leader in technology and professional services, today held a groundbreaking ceremony for a state-of-the-art 8,000-seat facility in the southern city of Visakhapatnam, in the presence of Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu.

The proposed new campus, which will be completed in three phases by 2033, will entail an investment of Rs 1,583 crore (Rs 15.83 billion). The first phase, for which construction will begin in 2026, will house 3000 associates upon its completion in early 2029. The next two phases will increase the seating capacity to 8000.

“We are proud to welcome Cognizant to Visakhapatnam, a landmark step in advancing our vision of transforming Andhra Pradesh into a world‑class destination where global enterprises can build, innovate and grow,” said N. Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. “This investment will generate high‑quality jobs, enhance the region’s digital capabilities, and contribute significantly to the state’s innovation‑driven and technology‑enabled growth.”

“Cognizant’s presence marks a pivotal milestone in Visakhapatnam’s emergence as a thriving hub for technology,” said Nara Lokesh, Minister for IT, Electronics & Communication, Human Resources Development and RTG, Government of Andhra Pradesh. “Cognizant’s investments will unlock new opportunities for our youth and further strengthen the city’s position as the financial capital of the state.”

“Today marks a defining step in Cognizant’s growth journey in India. The groundbreaking of our new campus and opening of an interim techfin centre in Visakhapatnam reflects our confidence in the city’s talent and future potential,” said Ravi Kumar S, CEO, Cognizant. “We are grateful to the Government of Andhra Pradesh for their partnership and look forward to unlocking the full potential of Visakhapatnam’s talent, and innovation spirit.”

The techfin centre will serve as an interim office until the completion of the first phase of the proposed 22-acre campus. It will focus on various advanced technologies including artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital engineering and cloud solutions. The centre features a dedicated client experience centre and collaborative spaces to foster teamwork and is designed to accommodate over 1,000 associates based in and around Visakhapatnam.

Since 2024, Cognizant has established new delivery centres in Bhubaneswar, Indore and a techfin centre in GIFT City, Gujarat. These centres have been designed to support the future of work, promote agility, skilling, collaboration and innovation, while providing a best-in-class employee experience. 

India remains central to Cognizant’s global delivery model. The Visakhapatnam expansion builds on Cognizant’s strong operational presence across Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi-NCR, GIFT City, Hyderabad, Indore, Kochi, Kolkata, Mangaluru, Mumbai and Pune.

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