In the era of global remote work, India has become a goldmine for companies looking to scale quickly and cost-effectively. Whether you're building a SaaS platform, scaling a BPO operation, or expanding customer support, hiring talent from India offers unbeatable advantages in cost, quality, and flexibility.
But India isn't a one-size-fits-all market. Different cities offer different talent ecosystems. From bustling metro hubs to rising Tier-2 cities, each location brings its own strengths.
In this blog, we explore the top 5 cities in India to hire remote talent and how partnering with an Employer of Record (EOR) like Momentum91 can help you seamlessly tap into these locations without setting up a local entity.
Before diving into city-specific talent pools, it’s important to understand how an Employer of Record (EOR) works.
An EOR becomes the legal employer of your Indian remote employees, handling:
With Momentum91, companies can:
Whether you're hiring one developer or a distributed support team, Momentum91 ensures your operations are smooth, fast, and 100% legal.
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Why Bengaluru?
Bengaluru is the tech capital of India and home to thousands of startups, product companies, and global tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft. It has a mature, highly skilled workforce especially in software development, AI/ML, DevOps, and product management.
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Hiring remotely in Bengaluru through an EOR like Momentum91 allows companies to skip entity setup while offering competitive, compliant packages. You don’t need a local office to attract Bengaluru’s top talent.
Why Hyderabad?
Often called "Cyberabad," Hyderabad has quietly become a hotspot for tech companies and R&D centers. Major players like Facebook, Google, and Apple have offices here. The cost of living is lower than Bengaluru, but the talent quality remains high.
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You can hire tech teams in Hyderabad using Momentum91 without investing in physical infrastructure. This is ideal for companies needing technical R&D teams or round-the-clock IT support.
Why Pune?
Pune is known for its engineering colleges and has a strong presence in SaaS, enterprise software, and embedded systems. It’s a preferred city for companies looking for affordable, mid-level tech talent with long-term stability.
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With Mometum91, you can hire in Pune even if you're not physically present in India. The EOR handles employment compliance, tax filings, and benefits so you can focus on building your team.
Why Chennai?
Chennai is a long-standing IT and BPO powerhouse. It’s home to companies like Zoho, Freshworks, and Accenture. If you're looking to build enterprise software, back-office support, or fintech tools, Chennai’s your city.
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If you're building a back-office, customer support, or enterprise tech team, an EOR like Mometum91 can help you quickly onboard and manage compliant employment contracts without the hassle of incorporation.
Why Ahmedabad?
Ahmedabad may not have the fame of Bengaluru or Hyderabad, but it’s rapidly growing as a Tier-2 talent hub. It's known for high-quality engineering graduates, low attrition, and a strong culture of remote work.
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Mometum91, based in Ahmedabad, specializes in helping international companies hire from Tier-2 cities like theirs. They bring local market knowledge, faster onboarding, and fully managed compliance.
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Partnering with Mometum91 gives you access to:
Whether you're hiring a single remote developer or building a 20-member support team across India, Mometum91 helps you scale with speed and confidence.
India offers more than just affordable labor, it offers high-quality, skilled, globally-minded talent across its major cities. But tapping into this workforce requires more than just posting jobs online. Without local legal knowledge, hiring in India can become a compliance nightmare. That’s why Mometum91 is the trusted partner for SaaS companies, startups, and growing tech businesses looking to build in India, legally and efficiently. So don’t let legal roadblocks slow down your remote hiring. Let Momentum91 help you scale across India, one city at a time.
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