KPMG strengthens Global Tax Capabilities with strategic Kolkata expansion

Kolkata, 21 January 2026: The KPMG Global Services Delivery Platform (KGSDP) today announced the inauguration of its new office in Kolkata for its Tax Business Unit, reinforcing the firm’s long-term commitment to the city as a strategic hub for global tax delivery and talent development.

KGSDP launched its Kolkata operations with a team of 50 professionals operating from a co-working space. Over a short span of time, the practice has scaled to more than 200 highly skilled professionals delivering complex, technology-enabled Tax and compliance services to global clients. Kolkata’s expanding pool of finance and accounting graduates has made it particularly well suited for scaled tax compliance and global mobility services. The new office marks a significant milestone in KGSDP’s growth journey, reflecting a broader ambition to deepen KPMG’s presence in the region, expand service offerings, and build future-ready Tax capabilities.

The office was inaugurated by Rema Serafi, Vice Chair – Tax, KPMG US, along with Sameer Chadha, Partner, KPMG Global Services Delivery Platform Head, and senior leaders from KPMG US, KPMG UK, and KGSDP.

Rema Serafi, Vice Chair – Tax, KPMG US said, “The new office underscores our long-term commitment to the KGS Delivery Platform as a cornerstone of our global delivery model. As an integrated global firm, this platform is essential for delivering consistent, high-quality, technology-enabled Tax services to clients worldwide. Our ongoing investments in AI, advanced technology, and talent development are central to the evolution of Tax and Kolkata exemplifies how KPMG combines global expertise, innovation, and exceptional people to shape the future of our profession.”

“Kolkata has emerged as a strategic growth location for us,” said Sameer Chadha, Partner, KPMG Global Services Delivery Platform Head. “The city offers a strong talent pool, excellent academic institutions and a professional environment that aligns well with our long-term vision. Our continued investment here reflects our confidence in Kolkata’s ability to support global, technology-enabled Tax services at scale, while creating meaningful career opportunities for Tax professionals.”

As KPMG continues to scale its global Tax delivery model, a growing share of work is being anchored in India, with Kolkata playing a pivotal role. Located in the city’s leading IT and technology corridor, the new office offers a modern, collaborative, and sustainability-focused workspace aligned with KPMG’s commitment to responsible growth.