The white-collar job market in India showed mixed trends in Q2, 2023, with a 8% increase in hiring despite layoffs and economic uncertainties.
The IT sector remains the most in-demand, followed by production/manufacturing, sales, and marketing.
Both employers and employees are seeking specific skill sets, including soft skills like communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Despite challenges, 28% of employers hired fresh graduates, indicating a potential positive trend, but job opportunities for new graduates remain limited, especially in metro cities like Kolkata, Chennai, and Delhi/NCR.