HR Policies & Trends
Quess adds 1.33 lakh new formal jobs, 23% includes women: Pulse report
India's formal economy is expanding, with record EPFO enrollments driven by young workers, as revealed by Quess Corp's report. Female labor force participation is rising, particularly in IT and ITeS sectors. Retail, BFSI, and telecom are key employment sectors, while states like Madhya Pradesh show strong workforce stability. Policy changes and infrastructure improvements are crucial for sustained growth and inclusivity.
Bengaluru professionals look to future-proof their careers in age of AI and tech disruptions: Survey
Bengaluru professionals are proactively upskilling to navigate AI's impact, with 88% planning certificate courses this year. Despite job cuts, 93% see upskilling as crucial, focusing on AI/ML skills like agentic AI and Python. While 64% use GenAI tools, many seek new roles prioritizing work-life balance and job security amid evolving job landscape.
Formal job creation down for two fiscals after record FY23
Net formal job creation under EPFO has declined for two consecutive years through FY25, falling from 13.8 million in FY23 to 12.9 mn. This decrease is attributed to the high base of FY23 due to the Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana. Experts note that this slowdown doesn't align with India's recent high economic growth, suggesting private sector caution amid geopolitical uncertainty.
White-collar hiring up 3 pc in Aug; non-IT, AI-ML roles drive growth
India's white-collar job market saw a modest 3% hiring increase in August 2025, fueled by non-IT sectors and AI/ML roles, which surged by 54%. While IT faced a 6% decline, IT unicorns grew by 10%. Hyderabad led metro hiring with 10% growth and a 45% unicorn recruitment surge, highlighting its emergence as a startup hub.
Meesho generates over 1 mn job opportunities ahead of festival season
Meesho, the Softbank-backed e-commerce firm, has created over a million job opportunities. These jobs are available through its seller network and logistics space. This initiative is ahead of the festive season. Most of these jobs are in tier-3 and tier-4 cities. The company generated 5.5 lakh jobs through its seller network. Around 6.7 lakh jobs are in the logistics sector.
Real money gaming ban leaves 2,000+ workers searching for new jobs
Following the recent ban on online money games in India, over 2,000 gaming professionals are seeking new opportunities. Real money gaming companies are pivoting and diversifying, creating uncertainty among employees, especially in non-tech roles like digital content and marketing. Tech professionals, however, remain in high demand as companies explore new business models.
Management jobs to increase with AI advent, B-schools need to prepare students: GIM Director
Goa Institute of Management Director Ajit Parulekar believes AI will increase management jobs, demanding new skills. Management institutions face the challenge of preparing graduates for these roles, as technology rapidly evolves. The focus shifts from data science to managerial implications of analytics, AI, and machine learning, emphasizing agility and lifelong learning for sustained careers.
Formal job postings dips in July; tech sector continues to drive growth: Report
Despite a dip in formal job postings in July, hiring remains strong, exceeding pre-pandemic levels by 70%, according to an Indeed report. High-skilled roles, particularly in tech, continue to drive momentum. While overall hiring fluctuates, tech remains central to India's job market, with software development dominating.
India's AI boom: 1 qualified engineer for every 10 open GenAI roles, says Teamlease Report
India's AI market is poised for hyper-growth, reaching $28.8 billion by 2025, but a severe talent crunch looms with only one qualified engineer per ten GenAI roles. Generative AI Engineering and MLOps roles in GCCs are setting high salary benchmarks. GCCs are expected to contribute significantly to new tech jobs, expanding hiring beyond metros and boosting diversity.
Women's employment rate nearly doubled to 40.3 pc in last seven years
India has seen a big jump in women joining the workforce. The number of employed women almost doubled between 2017 and 2024. Unemployment among women also decreased during this time. More women are starting their own businesses with government support. Many women have benefited from schemes like PM Mudra Yojana.
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Global warming is curbing workers’ productivity, WHO says
A new report from the WHO and WMO highlights the growing economic risks of climate change, as rising temperatures impact worker health and productivity. With heat waves becoming more frequent and intense, laborers in sectors like construction and agriculture face increased risks of heatstroke and reduced output.
EPFO sees record number of net formal jobs added in June
As per the provisional payroll data, released by the ministry of labour and employment on Wednesday, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisations (EPFO) added a record 2.18 million net formal jobs in June, an increase of 12.9% when compared to June 2024.
Seven in 10 startups want to upskill employees in AI, Blockchain, Product Management: Imarticus Learning report
Startups prioritize employee upskilling in AI, Blockchain, and product management. The 'hire-train-deploy' model gains traction. CXO-level training rises in BFSI and consulting. E-commerce focuses on digital tools for frontline staff. Manufacturing sees Industry 4.0 training demand increase. Healthcare seeks data science and AI learning. These trends highlight a shift towards personalized, tech-focused learning.
Indian professionals see AI as a skill that could lead to higher pay, promotions: Survey
A new report by Indeed reveals that many Indian professionals are embracing AI to stay employable and advance their careers. About 43% feel confident using technologies like generative and agentic AI in the next 2–5 years, with mid-career workers (aged 35–54) leading in readiness and upskilling efforts. AI is reshaping both white- and blue-collar roles, making AI proficiency a key career asset.
Women are changing the 'spirit' of the industry; percentage in alcobev, tobacco close gap with FMCG
Indian alcohol and tobacco giants like ITC, United Breweries, and United Spirits are actively increasing the hiring of women professionals. This diversity push is fueled by a younger generation less concerned with social stigmas associated with these industries. Consequently, female representation has significantly increased across these companies, with targets set for further growth in leadership roles.
AI isn't the only culprit: GCCs in the spotlight in India's IT layoff story
Vishal Sikka's early bet on global capability centers (GCCs) is now a reality as more companies insource tech operations in India. This shift challenges Indian IT giants, facing talent and business losses. While offering GCC-as-a-service, they navigate AI challenges and tariff risks under Trump admin, impacting both IT firms and GCCs.
