Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt Ltd (HCCB), one of India’s largest beverage manufacturing and distribution companies, has been certified as a Top Employer in India for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute (TEI), the global authority recognising excellence in people practices.
The certification reflects HCCB’s focus on building a high-performing workplace through people-centric policies, robust talent practices and a culture aimed at strengthening business performance, employee engagement and career growth.
People practices support operations
The recognition highlights the people practices supporting HCCB’s large-scale beverage manufacturing and distribution operations across India.
Headquartered in Bengaluru, HCCB manufactures beverages through 14 factories across 10 states and serves more than 17 lakh retailers through a network of over 2,000 distributors.
Focus on employee growth
The company’s operations are supported by employees across manufacturing, supply chain, commercial and corporate functions.
HCCB’s people strategy focuses on creating meaningful career opportunities, fostering an inclusive workplace, prioritising holistic well-being and creating value for the business and communities in which it operates.
Culture drives growth
“This recognition reflects the strength of the culture our people build every day across our markets, factories and support centres. It also reinforces that commitment and encourages us to keep investing in the people who power our growth,” said Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, Chief Human Resources Officer, Ritesh Pratap Singh.
Recognition for workplace practices
“Achieving a Country Top Employer Certification for 2026 reflects HCCB’s dedication to building an outstanding workplace that enables sustained business performance. We are proud to recognise HCCB for their meaningful contribution to a better world of work in India,” said Top Employers Institute, Chief Executive Officer, Adrian Seligman.
Certified companies benefit from enhanced employer branding, clearer strategic focus, improved decision-making and stronger capabilities to demonstrate their impact to leaders, boards and talent markets.
Global employer network
The certification also provides HCCB with opportunities to connect with a global community of certified Top Employers.
The recognition places HCCB among organisations recognised globally for excellence in people practices and their efforts to create workplaces where employees can succeed and perform at their best.