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Oracle Corporation Lays Off 12,000 to 15,000 Employees in India

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
15,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~9.4%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Apr 7, 2026
15,000 OF 159,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: India.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Oracle Corporation has announced significant layoffs, affecting between 12,000 to 15,000 employees in India. This move is seen as a response to the increasing threat posed by artificial intelligence to the software industry. The layoffs reflect broader trends in the tech sector, where companies are adjusting their workforce in light of evolving technologies and market demands. The decision underscores the challenges Oracle faces in maintaining its competitive edge amidst rapid advancements in AI. The layoffs are part of a larger restructuring effort within the company, aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs.

Oracle Corporation cut 15,000 jobs as of April 7, 2026.

That is roughly 9.4% of the 159,000 people Oracle Corporation employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 51 layoff events at Oracle Corporation since October 2023, affecting a combined 145,394 employees.

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Oracle Corporation cut 15,000 jobs on April 7, 2026. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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51
EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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