Labour Ministry, Microsoft join hands to boost AI jobs in India
India's Labour Ministry and Microsoft just teamed up to expand job opportunities and digital skills for young people.
With a new MoU, Microsoft will encourage over 15,000 employers and partners from its international network to join the National Career Service (NCS) platform—broadening formal job opportunities and helping India get ready for a digital-first workforce.
Why does this matter?
This partnership isn't just about jobs—it's about skills.
Millions across India will get training in AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and productivity through the DigiSaksham program.
Plus, Microsoft's tech will make job matching smarter and help expand social security coverage with platforms like e-Shram.
What's the bigger picture?
The goal is ambitious: social security coverage for one billion Indians by March 2026 and better access to global job markets.
As Labor Minister Mandaviya put it, this move taps into India's youth power by building a digitally skilled generation.
Satya Nadella praised India's push for wider social protection and promised ongoing support for digital employment infrastructure.
What else should you know?
Microsoft will also encourage its partners—employers, trainers, institutions—to use NCS more actively.
All of this means more chances for Indian youth to find good jobs while boosting the country's economy at the same time.