Salaries in India are expected to rise 9.1% in 2026, slightly above 2025’s 8.9%, says Aon’s report. Real estate and NBFCs lead hikes, while engineering, manufacturing, and retail see 9.5–9.9% increases. Attrition dropped to 16.2% in 2025. New labor laws are driving compensation restructuring and clearer wage definitions, boosting workforce.