Coimbatore IT Exports Cross ₹15,000 Crore

Coimbatore IT Exports Cross ₹15,000 Crore: A Tier-2 Tech Revolution

The city of Coimbatore has achieved a historic milestone—IT sector exports have crossed ₹15,000 crore in the financial year 2024-25, establishing Coimbatore as a leading technology destination among India’s tier-2 cities.

Rapid Growth and Recognition

Coimbatore now ranks as the second largest software exporter in Tamil Nadu, following Chennai. Emerging from its textile legacy, the city’s tech workforce—powered by major IT parks like TIDEL Park, ELCOT SEZ, and thriving campuses in Saravanampatti—has successfully drawn global and national IT leaders, including Cognizant, TCS, Bosch, and Wipro. The city’s technical talent pool is bolstered by over 100 engineering colleges, ensuring a competitive edge for IT companies and startups.

Key Figures and Economic Impact

1. Export Reaches New Heights: IT exports from Coimbatore have surpassed ₹15,106 crore in FY 2024-25, placing it at the top among Tamil Nadu’s tier-2 cities and well ahead of Madurai (₹1,905 crore).
2. Sustained Growth: Government sources and economic surveys predict double-digit growth in IT exports for the region in the coming years, fueled by expansion in AI, cloud, SaaS, analytics, and e-commerce.
3. Major Employment Generator: The IT sector supports over 120,000 direct jobs and is expected to create more than 130,000 new jobs, directly and indirectly. Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are at the heart of this boom, accounting for the majority of exports and employment.
4. Contribution to State Economy: Tamil Nadu’s IT sector now contributes 15% to the state’s GDP, attracting roughly 11% of pan-India IT investment.

Growth Drivers

1. Talent availability: World-class colleges and technical institutes continually supply skilled engineers.
2. Business-friendly Ecosystem: Supportive government policies, affordable operational costs, and robust infrastructure make Coimbatore ideal for tech startups and established firms alike.
3. SEZ & Infrastructure: IT exports are driven by SEZs such as ELCOT, KGSL, and SPAN Ventures, collectively employing tens of thousands and powering export numbers.

The Road Ahead

Coimbatore’s IT sector isn’t just about numbers. The city is on the map for next-generation tech—AI, IoT, cloud computing, and medical informatics—fostering a fast-growing startup culture and innovation-driven economy. The city’s success story serves as a blueprint for other tier-2 cities aspiring for digital transformation and global integration.



At Thirvu Soft, we’re proud to be part of this dynamic ecosystem, committed to empowering businesses with the latest technology and innovation. Coimbatore’s success is our inspiration to keep building, evolving, and delivering digital excellence.

— Team Thirvu Soft