Hiring in India to rise 11% in 2026: Report
Good news for job seekers—India's hiring intent is set to rise to 11% in 2026, up from last year's 9.75%.
BFSI (banking, financial services, insurance) is leading the charge with a 20% share of hiring intent, and core industries such as metals, mining, power, utilities, steel, and cement have a 12% share.
Mid- and senior-level pros to get more roles
More than half of new roles will go to mid- and senior-level pros (6+ years experience), but early-career folks still make up a solid 45%.
Tier-2 cities are stepping up, offering about one-third of new jobs as companies look beyond metros.
Nearly 40% of hires will be for brand-new roles—double last year—showing companies are feeling more confident.
Digital skills are the new gold standard
Digital skills are hotter than ever: recruiters love candidates with generative AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or sustainability know-how.
AI is now part of the hiring process itself—60% of recruiters use it to screen resumes.
Women hold steady at about 30% of hires, and overall employability has ticked up to over 56%, thanks in part to the digital push.