New Delhi, June 10
The hiring intent in India remains steady in the third quarter this year (July-September) globally, driven by strong growth in the private services sector and expectations of economic benefits stemming from shifts in global trade dynamics, especially in relation to China, according to a report released on Tuesday.
Employers report a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) of 42 per cent for the July-September period, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey.
The results, based on responses from 3,146 employers across India during April 2025, show the Indian hiring Outlook remains very animated. Amid these favourable conditions, India continues to position itself as a key player in the global employment landscape.
“As we enter the third quarter of 2025, India’s employment Outlook remains robust, with a NEO of 42 per cent -- among the highest globally. Despite a slight dip from the previous quarter, the 12-point year-on-year gain highlights sustained employer confidence and growth momentum in the labour market,†said Sandeep Gulati, Managing Director, ManpowerGroup India and Middle East.
This is driven by strong hiring intent in sectors such as Information Technology, Energy and Utilities, and Financial Services, where companies are actively expanding and accelerating digital transformation.
“Even amid global geopolitical uncertainty and trade disruptions, Indian employers are staying proactive -- 82 per cent report increased investment in automation, while 67 per cent are evolving their workforce strategies to meet changing skill demands,†said Gulati.
The majority of employers (54 per cent) anticipate an increase in hiring, 32 per cent expect to maintain current staffing levels, 12 per cent anticipate a decrease and 2 per cent are unsure.
Employers in India within large organisations of 1,000-4,999 employees show the most optimism with a NEO of 52 per cent.
As organisations adapt to this new world of work, resilience and transformation will be key, said the report.
— IANS
Reader Comments
This is great news for our economy! With global companies looking beyond China, India is perfectly positioned to attract more investments and create jobs. The IT sector boom is especially promising for young professionals like me. 🇮🇳
While the numbers look positive, I hope companies focus on quality jobs, not just quantity. Many graduates still struggle with underemployment. The automation trend mentioned is good but we need proper upskilling programs to match.
Energy sector hiring is growing? That's surprising given the push for renewables. Would love to know if these are green jobs or traditional energy roles. Either way, 42% NEO is better than most countries right now. #MakeInIndia
As someone working in HR, I can confirm the hiring momentum. But the real challenge is finding skilled candidates, especially in digital transformation roles. Companies need to partner with colleges to bridge this gap.
The report mentions large companies being most optimistic. What about MSMEs? They employ most Indians but often get overlooked in these surveys. Hope the government extends support to smaller businesses too.
Good to see financial services sector growing! With more Indians investing in markets and digital payments booming, this sector will need more talent. Maybe this will finally convince my parents that finance is a stable career choice 😅
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