Paytm to add 4,000 hires by March 2027 in product, tech and AI even as 1% face the axe

Paytm is targeting a 40,000-strong workforce by FY27, building out merchant and financial services teams while trimming ~400 roles post-appraisal. The fintech has already added 800 staff in two months and posted four straight profitable quarters, signalling a selective rebuild after 4,500 prior cuts.

— Filed Tue, 9 Jun, 2026, 11:31 IST · Source Mint · Companies · Updated

Paytm plans to hire 4,000 employees by March 2027 across product, tech and AI to expand merchant network and financial services, while laying off 1% (~400) post-appraisal. Company has posted four straight profitable quarters.