About the TATA Group
 
 
 
The Tata Group is India’s largest and best-known industrial group with revenues in 2006-07 of $28.8 billion (Rs129,994 crore), the equivalent of about 3.2 per cent of the country's GDP, and a market capitalisation of $70.3 billion. Known for its adherence to business ethics, it is India’s most respected private business group. With about 289,500 employees across 98 operating companies, it is also one of the largest private sector employer.
 
 
 
 
 

Founded by Jamsetji Tata in the 1860s, the early years were inspired by the spirit of nationalism, aligning business opportunities with the objective of nation building, which remains enshrined in the Group's ethos to this day. The Group pioneered several firsts in Indian industry - in steel, power utility, luxury hotels and aviation amongst others.

 
 
 
 
 

  Some of the Institutes that are part of the Tata Group:
   •  Indian Institute of Science IISc
   •  National Centre for Performing Arts NCPA
   •  Tata Memorial Centre
   •  Tata Institute of Social Sciences TISS
   •  Tata Institute of Fundamental Research TIFR

 
 
 
 
 

The Group has been steadfast and distinctive in their adherence to business ethics and commitment to corporate social responsibility. The Tata Group has also always believed in returning wealth to the society it serves. Thus, nearly two-thirds of the equity of Tata Sons, the Tata Group’s promoter company, is held by philanthropic trusts, which have created a host of national institutions in science and technology, medical research, social studies and the performing arts. The trusts also provide endowments, grants and program aid to NGOs in the areas of education, healthcare and social upliftment, and financial assistance to deserving individuals.

 
 
 
 
 

By combining ethical values with business acumen, globalization with national interests and core businesses with emerging ones, the Tata Group aims to be the largest and most respected global brand from India whilst fulfilling its long-standing commitment to improving the quality of life of its stakeholders.