Summary:

White-collar hiring increased by 4% in January 2025, driven by sectors such as FMCG, pharmaceuticals, insurance, and hospitality, reversing an 11% decline in January 2024. While the IT industry experienced flat growth, the core sectors performed admirably. FMCG grew by 16%, insurance by 15%, pharmaceuticals by 11%, and hospitality by 8%. The trend is projected to continue, indicating a promising outlook for 2025.

Regional hiring in Rajasthan saw significant growth, with Jodhpur and Udaipur up by 35% and 32%, respectively, and Jaipur up by 21%. Non-traditional hubs, such as Delhi-NCR, experienced a 77% increase, while aviation and aerospace industries grew by 33% year on year. The focus is on mid-level professionals, with a 22% rise in the employment of those with four to seven years of experience.

Source: IBEF

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