Indian Journal of Industrial Relations

1. Ankur Hooda – Doctoral Scholar, OB & HR at the Indian Institute of Management Ranchi, Ranchi, India.

2. Rajasekhar David – Assistant Professor, OB & HR,Indian Institute of Management Ranchi, Ranchi, India.

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28-Jul-2026
Abstract
This systematic literature review synthesizes empirical evidence to understand how role, competencies, and strategic value Resource Business Partners within the Indian organizational context are transformed by Artificial Intelligence (AI). The study synthesized data from 26 peer-reviewed articles by following Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) protocol for mixed-methods systematic reviews and the PRISMA 2020 reporting standards. Convergent integrated approach was used to aggregate quantitative and qualitative findings into a cohesive narrative regarding impact of AI on HRBPs in India.The main finding is that AI is a transformative force re-architecting the role of HRBPs in India and not merely an additive tool. The study identifies digital leadership and readiness as enablers, distinguishing between anticipatory AI anxiety as a barrier to adoption and technostress as a challenge of implementation in Indian organizations.
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