Qualcomm has begun a round of job cuts across several markets, including India, as part of what the company describes as a performance-driven workforce restructuring. While the exact number of employees affected remains unclear, reports indicate that some employees in India have already received separation notices.
Although earlier estimates suggested that as many as 1,000 jobs in India could be at risk, subsequent reports indicate the actual number may be considerably lower. Qualcomm has not officially confirmed the final number of roles being eliminated, leaving many employees waiting for clarity on the scale of the restructuring.
For Indian professionals impacted by the layoffs, attention is now turning to the severance benefits being offered. According to employee accounts shared online, the separation package is said to include two weeks of gross pay as a base amount, along with an additional two weeks of salary for every completed year of service. Employees with partial years of service may also receive proportionate compensation.
The reported package may also include a lump-sum payment to help cover healthcare-related expenses. In addition, some employees claim that those who sign separation agreements within a specified time frame could receive an extra month’s salary. However, the exact terms may vary from employee to employee, and affected workers are advised to carefully review any agreement before signing.
The reported severance structure means longer-serving employees could receive substantially higher payouts, offering some financial support while they search for new opportunities.
The layoffs come at a time when Qualcomm is facing pressure in its core smartphone-chip business. Slower consumer demand, rising component costs and declining revenue from certain key customers have prompted the company to focus on operational efficiency and future growth areas.
At the same time, Qualcomm is increasing its investments in sectors such as artificial intelligence infrastructure, data centres and automotive technologies to diversify beyond smartphones.