Goldman Sachs Promotes Record 49 Executives to Managing Director Roles in India
In its 2025 promotion cycle, Goldman Sachs elevated a record 49 employees in India to the position of Managing Director. This milestone reflects the increasing significance of India, particularly Bengaluru, within the firm's global operations. The overall 2025 class of managing directors across Goldman Sachs totals 638 globally, with a notable proportion from India.
Goldman Sachs has announced the promotion of a record 49 executives in India to Managing Director (MD) positions as part of its 2025 promotion cycle. This is the highest number of MD promotions from India in the firm's history, underscoring India's growing strategic importance, especially the Bengaluru office, in Goldman Sachs' global business. Globally, Goldman Sachs promoted 638 new managing directors in 2025, representing a 5% increase from the previous cycle, primarily selected from revenue-generating divisions such as global banking, markets, asset, and wealth management. The MD role is highly prestigious, signifying a major career milestone just below partnership level. Promotions are decided via a rigorous internal vetting process involving extensive peer review and interviews. The strong representation of Indian executives in this cohort highlights Goldman Sachs’ expanding footprint and talent development in the region within the broader context of its global leadership structure.
