Top 10 GCC Setup Consultants in India (2026)

'What are the top GCC setup consultants in India? With 1,800+ global capability centers already operating here and 50+ new ones launching every quarter, the right GCC partner can mean the difference between going live in weeks or burning through months of delays.

From helping 300+ global companies build and manage teams in India, we've worked alongside many of these consultants and seen firsthand what separates the ones that deliver from the ones that don't. Not every GCC setup partner fits every company, and the best choice depends on your budget, timeline, and how much operational control you want to keep.

This guide compares the top 10 GCC companies in India that help global enterprises set up capability centers. We cover what each one does best, where they fall short, and how to choose the right fit for your GCC strategy.

Whether you're evaluating a full entity setup with consulting support or looking for an EOR-first approach to start hiring in days, this breakdown will help you make a faster, more informed decision.

Who are the top GCC setup consultants in India?[toc=Comparison Table]

The top GCC setup consultants in India include a mix of India-focused EOR partners, specialized GCC-as-a-Service providers, and global advisory firms.

For a full walkthrough of models, compliance, and timelines, read our complete guide to global capability centers in India.

Here's how they compare at a glance:

If you're comparing GCC vs. EOR, refer to our guide on ''EOR vs. GCC in India: Choosing the Right Model'' for more details.

Read more: why global companies are setting up GCCs in India.

Now let's look at what each of these GCC companies in India actually does and who they work best for.

Top GCC Companies in India:[toc=Top 10 GCC Companies in India]

1. Wisemonk (Our Pick for the Fastest GCC Setup)[toc=1. Wisemonk]

Every other GCC setup consultant on this list will hand you a strategy deck and a 6-to-12 month timeline. We hand you a working India team in days.

Wisemonk is the only India-specialist EOR that also operates as a full-service GCC setup partner, from hiring and payroll to entity registration and ongoing operations. We've done this for 300+ global companies, manage 2,000+ employees, and process $20M+ in monthly payroll.

• Three GCC models built for where you are today: Most consultants give you one path. We give you three, and you can move between them as your India strategy evolves.
  1. Fully Managed Pod. Your brand, our Indian team. We handle recruiting, office and IT infrastructure, payroll, compliance, and local HR leadership. All-inclusive per-seat pricing with nothing to pay until your first employee starts. Best for companies that want to scale fast without operational drag.
  2. Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT model). We build your team, operate under your brand, and transfer everything to your own India entity when you're ready. Entity creation, compliance, and payroll are all handled during the build phase with a clean handover on your timeline. Best for companies that want a strategic long-term India presence without execution delays.
  3. Entity Support (Modular). Already have an entity but need help filling gaps? Pick what you need: recruiting, entity setup, payroll, compliance, or office infrastructure. Plug into your existing systems or let us run standalone. Best for phased India entry or hybrid buildouts where you want enterprise-grade execution with full flexibility.
• 48-hour onboarding: Employment contracts issued in 48 hours, not the weeks most consultants spend on initial assessments alone.
• $99/employee/month: No six-figure advisory retainers. For a 10-person team, you save over $60,000/year compared to global EOR providers.
• Tax optimization that increases take-home pay by 10 to 15%: Our tax specialists restructure every employee's CTC. Higher take-home means better retention in India's hyper-competitive talent market.
• Dedicated HR managers, not chatbots: Every client gets a named HR manager with same-day query resolution. This is the #1 reason companies switch to us from Deel and Remote.
• Full compliance across all Indian states: PF, ESI, professional tax, TDS, gratuity, Shops and Establishments Act. No separate legal advisor needed.
• Equipment and background checks included: Laptop procurement, delivery, asset recovery, and pre-employment verification are all part of the service. No extra vendors.

Here's what our clients say:

"Process was professional & very smooth. We've worked with Wisemonk to source developers in India and it's worked incredibly well for us. We are very pleased with the talent of the developers and the Wisemonk process was professional and very smooth. We highly recommend using Wisemonk for talent sourcing!"
- Gear Fisher, Co-founder, Onform

"Working with the Wisemonk team in India has been a genuinely positive experience from day one. They've been consistently accessible and are building fantastic relationships with our local team. As someone based in the UK, I value the quality of compliance Wisemonk brings, I have full confidence when it comes to financial, legal, and HR matters. They've ensured our team is managed in line with local employment law and have also been flexible when we've wanted to go beyond statutory requirements. Whether it's increasing annual leave or tailoring health insurance, they've offered clear guidance to help us enhance the benefits we provide. It's been a great partnership."
- Lisa Jones, Chief People Officer at  Couch Health (UK)

I'm very happy that I discovered Wisemonk. They have been a pure pleasure to work with, and their attention to detail is impressive. They helped us understand their pricing model, find top-qualified individuals, interview them, and then onboard them. I gave them criteria for the type of people we sought, and they delivered. The individuals they were able to find have been some of the best engineers I have ever worked with. I recommend Wisemonk to anyone who is in need of staffing assistance."
- Dan Sampson, Head of Engineering at Cobu

Talk to our GCC experts or use our free EOR vs. Entity Calculator to compare costs before your first call.

See how Wisemonk helps companies build a GCC in India with three flexible models.

2. ANSR

ANSR is a pioneer in the GCC-as-a-Service model, managing the full GCC lifecycle from entity setup and real estate to talent acquisition and ongoing operations. They've helped set up 150+ GCCs globally and were named a Leader in the 2025 ISG Provider Lens for GCC Design and Setup. Their zero-CapEx, pay-as-you-grow model removes upfront infrastructure investment and gets companies operational in as little as 4-6 weeks.

Best for: Large enterprises and Fortune 500 companies looking for a turnkey GCC setup with full operational support, real estate management, and a subscription-based pricing model.

3. Zinnov

Zinnov is a research-led management consulting firm headquartered in Bengaluru with offices in Silicon Valley and Houston. They've worked with 220+ global MNCs over 24+ years, helping with GCC strategy, location selection, talent planning, and center transformation. They also offer managed services where they handle day-to-day GCC operations, including payroll, HR, legal, and compliance, through a simplified two-payment model.

Best for: Mid-to-large global enterprises that want data-backed GCC strategy consulting combined with hands-on managed services for ongoing operations.

4. EY India (GCC Advisory)

EY India was named the #1 Leader in both GCC "Design & Setup" and "Optimization & Enhancement" in the ISG Provider Lens Report 2025. Their GCC advisory practice brings two decades of experience across financial services, healthcare, oil and gas, and other regulated sectors. They also offer a Capability Center-as-a-Service (CaaS) model for end-to-end GCC setup, scaling, and transformation.

Best for: Large enterprises in regulated industries (BFSI, healthcare, energy) that need deep sectoral expertise, strong governance frameworks, and a globally recognized advisory partner.

5. PwC India

PwC India provides GCC consulting services focused on strategy, risk management, process optimization, and governance. Their approach is structured and compliance-heavy, making them a strong fit for enterprises that need long-term strategic support and institutional-grade governance controls for their India operations.

Best for: Global enterprises across finance, IT, and consulting sectors that need structured compliance processes, governance frameworks, and ongoing strategic support for their GCC operations.

6. Deloitte India

Deloitte India runs one of the country's largest consulting and delivery operations, supporting Fortune 500 clients with cloud integration, data analytics, ERP modernization, and digital transformation projects. Their India delivery centers handle complex global consulting initiatives, and they bring strong compliance depth for companies operating in highly regulated environments.

Best for: Fortune 500 companies with complex digital transformation needs that require enterprise-scale consulting, technology delivery, and compliance expertise under one roof.

7. Creative Synergies Group

Creative Synergies Group is a digital engineering company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Michigan, USA. They've worked with 40+ Fortune 500 companies across automotive, manufacturing, aerospace, and industrial systems. Their GCC consulting focuses on setting up digital engineering and product development hubs, with strong capabilities in IoT, AI/ML, embedded systems, and Industry 4.0 solutions.

Best for: Companies building R&D-focused GCCs in India, particularly in automotive, manufacturing, and industrial engineering, that need deep product engineering talent and digital innovation capabilities.

8. AMS (Alexander Mann Solutions)

AMS is a global workforce solutions provider that brings an integrated talent and operations approach to GCC setup in India. They cover the full lifecycle from advisory and execution to Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) transitions and optimization. Their strength is combining talent acquisition expertise with operational setup, so companies can enter India with both the right people and the right infrastructure from day one.

Best for: Enterprises that view talent acquisition as the primary driver of their GCC strategy and want a partner that integrates hiring, operations, and BOT transition support.

9. Millipixels

Millipixels specializes in the Micro GCC model, helping mid-sized companies set up smaller, agile centers in India with as few as 5-10 people. Their Build-Operate-Manage approach means they handle setup, staffing, and operational management end-to-end. They serve clients like Google, Facebook, and Iyuno across 16 countries and 5 industries, with a focus on design-first GCC setups that prioritize innovation over pure cost savings.

Best for: Mid-sized companies and growth-stage enterprises that want to start small with a high-performance team in India without the overhead of a large-scale GCC setup.

10. Stratinfinity

Stratinfinity helps global companies build capability centers that align closely with their existing culture, values, and operating models. They focus on fast, lean GCC launches with AI and GenAI training programs, advanced analytics capabilities, and innovation services baked into the setup process. Their approach is flexible and agile, keeping costs low while maintaining scalability for future GCC expansion.

Best for: Companies that want a culture-first GCC setup with built-in digital operations capabilities and a fast path to operational readiness without heavy upfront investment.

Now that you know what each of these gcc companies in India offers, the real question is which one fits your situation. Here's how to decide.

How to choose the right GCC Setup consultant in India?[toc=Choosing the Right GCC Partner]

Pick a GCC setup consultant based on your global business objectives, how fast you need your first hire, and whether you need full execution or just advisory.

From our experience helping hundreds of global companies set up India operations, here's what to evaluate.

• Execution vs. advisory. Does the consultant hire, pay, and manage your people, or just hand you a strategy deck and leave you to figure out delivery frameworks on your own?
• Speed to first hire. Traditional entity setup takes 6 to 12 months. If you're hiring for global engineering, software development, or digital engineering roles, an EOR-first model gets your first employee working in weeks.
• Cost structure. Big 4 retainers run six figures before anyone is hired. EOR partners charge per employee per month with zero upfront fees. Know the difference between optimizing costs for operational efficiency and just deferring them.
• Company size and scale. A 10-person pilot needs a different partner than a 200-person innovation center. Multinational corporations can justify Big 4 engagements. Startups need faster models that scale operations without heavy upfront investment.
• Talent strategy. A GCC consultant that can't find specialized talent in software engineering, data engineering, cloud engineering, or digital operations is solving half the problem. Check if they recruit in-house for engineering services, enterprise applications, and data driven decision making roles, or if you need a separate hiring partner.
• Compliance and industry fit. India has central and state-level labor laws that change frequently. BFSI and healthcare need consultants with deep governance controls. SaaS companies need speed, engineering excellence, and access to high performance engineering teams.
• Location strategy. India's GCC ecosystem spans Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, and NCR. The Indian GCC landscape is growing fast in Tier 2 cities too. Pick based on talent density, cost, and your global business goals, not where the consultant has an office.
• Track record. Ask how many GCCs they've set up, how long it took from kickoff to steady state operations, and what went wrong. Logos on a slide are not references.

Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and emerging Tier 2 cities each serve different needs; compare them in our guide to GCC hubs in India.

The right choice depends on where you are today and how fast you need to move. Here's how our approach stacks up against the traditional model.

How does Wisemonk GCC setup compare to traditional consultants?[toc=Wisemonk GCC Setup vs. Traditional Consultant]

Traditional GCC consultants charge advisory fees and hand off execution to you. Wisemonk EOR handles the full lifecycle, from day-one hiring through EOR to entity registration and ongoing operations, all under one partner.

If you're exploring full ownership models, read our guide on establishing a captive center in India with setup steps and working models.

Read more: EOR vs. GCC in India: Choosing the Right Model

Here's the bottom line on why the EOR-first approach works better for most companies building a GCC in India.

• Hire first, set up entity in parallel. With Wisemonk EOR, your first employees are working within weeks while entity registration (12 to 24 weeks) happens in the background. Traditional consultants make you wait for the entity before anyone gets hired.
• Zero upfront investment. No setup fees, no retainer payments, no infrastructure deposits. You pay $99/employee/month once your first employee actually starts. Traditional GCC engagements often require $100K to $500K in upfront advisory and setup costs before the first hire.
• Transition on your timeline. Once your entity is live and operations are stable, we transfer employees from Wisemonk EOR to your own entity with a clean handover. No lock-in, no penalties, no disruption to your team.

Use our free EOR vs. Entity Calculator to see how much you save by starting with EOR while your entity setup is in progress. Or book a call with our GCC team to map out the fastest path for your India expansion.

Get Started with Wisemonk EOR for GCC Expansion[toc=Get Started with Wisemonk]

Wisemonk is India-specialist Employer of Record that also operates as a full-service GCC setup partner. We offer three models depending on where you are: Fully Managed Pod for companies that want a working India team without entity setup, Build-Operate-Transfer for those planning a long-term presence, and modular Entity Support for companies that already have an entity but need help with recruiting, payroll, or compliance. Every model includes 48-hour contract issuance, in-house recruitment, tax optimization, dedicated HR managers, and full compliance across all Indian states, starting at $99/employee/month with no setup fees.

If you're evaluating GCC setup consultants and want to see what working with us actually looks like, book a free consultation with our GCC Experts.

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