NSE: INFY · 15 October 2026
- Infosys Limited (INFY) shares are trading higher by 2.48% at ₹1,114.95, moving near the upper end of the day's range between ₹1,097.60 and ₹1,116.60 after opening at ₹1,097.60.
- Infosys Foundation announced that its Springboard Livelihood Program has enabled more than 2.5 lakh job offers across India, reaching the halfway mark of its 2030 aspiration to create half a million opportunities. The initiative works through a network of 20 implementation partners to bridge the gap between education and employment, delivering over 1.17 lakh offers for graduates and 96,000 for undergraduates. The program has also facilitated more than 1.25 lakh job offers for women and over 1,000 positions for Persons with Disabilities.
- Trading volume was 0.25 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Infosys share price rising on 15 October 2026?
Infosys Limited (INFY) shares are trading higher by 2.48% at ₹1,114.95, moving near the upper end of the day's range between ₹1,097.60 and ₹1,116.60 after opening at ₹1,097.60.
The broader market and sector backdrop reflects positive momentum, as the Nifty index advanced 0.71% and the sectoral benchmark Nifty IT climbed 2.22% during the session. Infosys's upward price action aligns with this sector-wide strength, extending a short-term recovery that includes an 11.83% return over the past 5 trading days, following prior session returns of 2.44% and 6.67% over the last two trading intervals.
Recent company developments provide broader context, including the October 13, 2026 announcement that the Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program has enabled more than 2.5 lakh job offers across India, marking the halfway milestone toward its goal of half a million opportunities by 2030. Additionally, the company disclosed on October 10, 2026, that it is engaging with the United States Department of Labor following the temporary suspension of new and pending applications under the Permanent Labor Certification program, noting no anticipated material impact. While these updates frame ongoing operational and regulatory developments, today's price move is best viewed alongside broader technology sector momentum.
28.29 lakh shares traded by 15 October 2026 · 09:45 AM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 1.15 crore shares (0.25 times). The five-day average daily volume was 1.63 crore shares. Separately, the NSE report for 14 October 2026 showed 1.21 crore shares delivered, representing 54.79% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 322,495 trades.
The stock's 2.48% gain aligns closely with the strong 2.22% rally in the Nifty IT sector benchmark and positive broader market sentiment. Elevated cash volume and healthy delivery percentages indicate solid institutional and retail participation backing today's price action.
Latest Company Developments
Infosys Foundation announced that its Springboard Livelihood Program has enabled more than 2.5 lakh job offers across India, reaching the halfway mark of its 2030 aspiration to create half a million opportunities. The initiative works through a network of 20 implementation partners to bridge the gap between education and employment, delivering over 1.17 lakh offers for graduates and 96,000 for undergraduates. The program has also facilitated more than 1.25 lakh job offers for women and over 1,000 positions for Persons with Disabilities.
It demonstrates the expanding scale of the company's corporate social responsibility initiatives and education-to-employment linkages in India.
Infosys addressed the decision by the United States Department of Labor regarding the suspension of new and pending applications under the Permanent Labor Certification program. The company stated it is engaging with relevant government agencies to address questions and does not anticipate a material impact on the organization. Management highlighted its continued investments in local workforce development and technology hubs across the United States.
It clarifies regulatory developments in a key international market and provides transparency on immigration compliance matters.
Infosys announced a strategic collaboration with Columbia University to foster artificial intelligence applications and research, establishing the Infosys Topaz-Columbia University Enterprise AI Center located at One World Trade Center in New York City. The center focuses on three foundational themes including AI-first experiences, responsible and sustainable AI, and AI for marketing to help enterprise clients accelerate AI-first innovations. The initiative leverages Infosys Topaz generative and agentic AI services to drive practical business transformation.
It strengthens the company's research capabilities and enterprise AI offerings in collaboration with a leading academic institution.
'Infosys Foundation Enables Over 2.5 Lakh Job Offers Across India Through Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program'.
IT Rebound To Extend? Infosys, Wipro ADRs Spike Up To 6% After Strong D-Street Show NDTV Profit
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 23.00% on 30 June 2026. This compares with 23.50% on 31 March 2026, a change of -0.50 percentage points.
The filing reported 45 MF/UTI holders.
Historical Bulk / Block Deals
What to Watch Next
- Upcoming financial results and board meeting scheduled for October 23, 2026, to review consolidated and standalone quarterly performance and consider interim dividend declaration.
- Developments regarding U.S. immigration policies and the Permanent Labor Certification program status.
- Execution progress of enterprise AI contracts secured through Infosys Topaz and recent university collaborations.
- Sustained volume and delivery trends relative to the 20-day average volume baseline.
Other Dated Coverage
- Infosys Share Price Today: Why INFY Is Rising 2.03% | 14 October 2026 — 14 October 2026
- Infosys Share Price Today: Why INFY Is Falling 2.16% | 7 October 2026 — 7 October 2026
- Why INFY Shares Fell 0.65% Today Amid IT Sector Weakness | 6 October 2026 — 6 October 2026
More Infosys news and dated analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Infosys company news?
Infosys Foundation announced that its Springboard Livelihood Program has enabled more than 2.5 lakh job offers across India, reaching the halfway mark of its 2030 aspiration to create half a million opportunities. The initiative works through a network of 20 implementation partners to bridge the gap between education and employment, delivering over 1.17 lakh offers for graduates and 96,000 for undergraduates. The program has also facilitated more than 1.25 lakh job offers for women and over 1,000 positions for Persons with Disabilities.
How strong was Infosys’s trading volume?
28.29 lakh shares traded, 0.25 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 15 October 2026 · 09:45 AM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 June 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
Research & analysis: WittyTrades Research Desk
Reviewed by: Mohanish Sanghavi — SEBI Registered Research Analyst
Disclaimer: Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. Registration with SEBI and NISM certification do not guarantee performance or returns. This article is for information and education, not personalised investment advice or a recommendation to buy, sell or hold.