JOBS
Get your CV ready! Millions of jobs are available in 2026, with major recruitment in these three sectors, special opportunity for women
If you're looking for a new job or considering a career change, the year 2026 holds great news for you. According to the latest report from staffing firm TeamLease, the Indian job market will see a significant boom this year. By 2025...
Jobs In 2026: If you're looking for a new job or considering a career change, the year 2026 holds great news for you. According to the latest report from staffing firm TeamLease, the Indian job market will see a significant boom this year. Approximately 20% more jobs are expected to be created in 2026 than in 2025.
Jobs math: 12 million new opportunities
According to the report, Indian companies will recruit between 10 million and 12 million new jobs this year. In comparison, this figure was between 8 million and 10 million in the year 2025. These three sectors will have the highest demand: Telecom, engineering and healthcare together account for a major part of India's economy ($1.5 trillion). Currently, 42 million people are working in these sectors. It is estimated that 12 million additional positions will be added to these by FY26. Significantly, 17% of the total new jobs will be for specialized skills (specialist roles).
Industry 4.0: Changing the way we work
According to TeamLease Digital, the telecom and healthcare sectors are now moving towards "Industry 4.0." This means that companies will increasingly employ smart products, data science, and artificial intelligence (AI). Roles are shifting from traditional to digital and tech-oriented.
These big companies will do bumper recruitment
Major Indian companies have shared their hiring plans, with a primary focus on diversity and campus placements. The company will hire 14,000 to 15,000 people this fiscal year (until June 2026). Of these, approximately 2,000 will be recruited directly from colleges. The primary focus of hiring here is on future technologies such as battery technology, hydrogen fuel, and software-defined vehicles. These companies are focusing on increasing the representation of women, LGBTIQA+, and persons with disabilities. Godrej aims to increase the share of these groups to 33%. This financial giant will add new experts in the fields of tech, data science, and AI.
Why are jobs increasing so much?
Neeti Sharma, CEO of TeamLease Digital, has given several major reasons behind this:
- Digital Transformation: The use of technology is increasing in every field.
- GCC (Global Capability Centers): Foreign companies are opening their centers in India.
- Consumer Demand: Increasing demand for goods and services in smaller cities (Tier-2 and Tier-3) has led to increased employment opportunities.
- Healthcare and Infrastructure: Massive investments from the government and private sector.
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