Professional services companies add record partners as business booms

The professional services sector in India is experiencing significant growth, with top firms collectively amassing over 3,300 partners. EY stands out as the first firm to surpass 1,000 partners, driven by strong growth in advisory services post-Covid-19 disruptions. The Big Four firms reported combined revenue exceeding ₹39,000 crore, with a focus on expanding leadership to meet rising demand. Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG have been actively promoting and hiring partners, while Grant Thornton and BDO have also shown impressive partner growth.