Indian Job Seekers

India's demographic edge at risk as jobseekers are short on key skills

India has entered a rare demographic window with a young, growing workforce. But without the right jobs and skills, this opportunity could slip away, locking the country into long-term poverty

Jobs platform Apna's interview prep tool records 760K AI interviews

Gen Z job seekers and metro city users are driving the rapid adoption of Apna's AI Job Prep tool, which simulates interviews and offers real-time feedback

India's job market sees high mobility, many seeking new roles: Report

India's job market is witnessing high mobility with a significant percentage of professionals actively seeking new roles, many are now negotiating for better pay within their current organisations, says a survey. The latest Talent Trends India 2025 report by Michael Page reveals that 62 per cent of professionals have negotiated a raise this year, and 37 per cent succeeded -- signalling a shift toward internal advancement. The rate of successful salary increases has risen from 32 per cent last year to 37 per cent this year. The report is based on insights from nearly 3,000 professionals across the country. According to the report, professionals are increasingly prioritising purpose, ethics, and flexibility in an organisation. "Today's workforce is increasingly values-driven and future-focused. Job satisfaction alone is no longer enough to ensure loyalty -- professionals are continuously evaluating their growth trajectory, alignment with company values, and the flexibility offered," .

Two-thirds of job seekers open to new roles but unsure of sectors: Report

Even though 67 per cent of professionals interviewed are open to new opportunities, they do not know what job titles or industries to search for, a report said on Wednesday. According to research by professional network LinkedIn, 65 per cent of professionals stated they can explain their career goals to a friend but don't know how to search for that role, and 64 per cent find job filters confusing. "Two-thirds (67 per cent) of professionals in India say they're open to new opportunities, however, they don't know what job titles or industries to search for," the report said. Another 74 per cent wished they could discover relevant roles they hadn't thought to search for, it said. As job titles evolve and skills become central to hiring decisions, there is increasing demand among job seekers for easier ways to find opportunities based on their skills and goals, rather than predefined titles or keywords, it added. The report by LinkedIn is based on inputs from over 2,001 employed and

Vishal Mega Mart's security guard job post turned into viral meme fest

The security guard job posting by Vishal Mega Mart has unexpectedly gone viral and turned into a viral meme sensation

Viacom18 and Walt Disney merger effect: Jio to lay off 1,100 employees

JioStar's post-merger layoffs began last month and are expected to continue until June 2025, to eliminate redundant roles across corporate departments

'AI cannot eliminate an entire occupation', say experts on future of jobs

AI will augment jobs rather than replace them, say experts at BS Manthan, highlighting the need for upskilling and policy support to maximise productivity and employment growth

Skills over degrees: Indian employers embrace practical expertise in hiring

According to a report by hiring platform Indeed, employers are increasingly prioritising skills over degrees, reshaping the job market and opening doors for non-traditional talent

4 in 5 professionals in India plan to look for a new job in 2025: LinkedIn

58% believe market will improve and they are optimistic about getting a new job this year

Indian employers plan to outpace global peers in future tech adoption: WEF

The report also identifies increased digital access, geopolitical tensions, and climate-mitigation efforts as key trends expected to shape the future of jobs in India by 2030

Matrimony.com launches 'ManyJobs' app for job seekers in Tamil Nadu

The key features of the app include location-first job search, which enables users to find jobs in their preferred cities

Over 8.4 million MGNREGS workers' registration 'deleted' in six months

While 8.4 million workers were removed from the initiative, over 4.5 million new workers were added during this period, a report by Lib Tech, a consortium of academics and activists, claimed

AI will spur jobs but repetitive roles to be impacted: Deloitte top leader

Deloitte's Romal Shetty said that while AI could create more jobs but roles involving repetitive tasks are at risk. He also stressed that while regulations are crucial, it shouldn't stifle innovation

Indian IT sector turns to campus placements after a year-long pause

The Indian IT sector companies are resuming campus recruitment after a year, showing signs of recovery for the industry. The companies are looking to hire skilled freshers rather than entry-level jobs

IIM-A PGPX highest salary offer falls to 6-year low at Rs 54.8 lakh

The highest-ever maximum earning potential (MEP) offered was Rs 1.08 crore in 2023. From 2018 to 2022, the average MEP was Rs 70.56 lakh

Bengaluru leads BFSI GCC talent in India, Hyderabad follows closely: Report

Over 50% of BFSI GCCs have more than 1,000 employees and 15% have more than 10,000 employees in India, finds report

SBI warns job seekers about fake job offer scams

SBI cautions youth against scammers using WhatsApp, SMS, and Email to lure them with fake job offers, urging vigilance and verification

Budget a right start to resolve jobs issues: Experts at 'Budget with BS'

At the 'Budget with BS' event in Mumbai on Wednesday, economic experts shared their perspectives on the recently introduced Budget during an insightful panel discussion with Business Standard

Budget 2024: Freshers to get one month's free salary. Check eligibility

Budget 2024: As part of the Centre's employment-linked incentive scheme, first-time employees in the formal sector will be offered one month's salary as subsidy up to Rs 15,000

60 Indians rescued from cyber fraud rackets in Cambodia return home

Traffickers lured individuals to Cambodia with promises of lucrative jobs but were forced into cybercrime syndicates upon arrival