India's Job Market Growth: According to a latest report, hiring in India is expected to grow by 9 percent in 2025. According to a report by Foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), the IT, retail, telecom and banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sectors will be responsible for this growth. With a 10 percent growth in 2024 and a 3 percent monthly growth in November, the forecast shows that hiring is set to maintain its momentum with a predictable hiring environment. Emerging technologies and evolving business preferences will further shape India's job market in 2025.

Innovations such as edge computing, quantum applications and cybersecurity advancements are set to transform industries such as manufacturing, healthcare and IT, the report said. Meanwhile, the rise of retail media networks and AI-powered workforce analytics will reshape talent needs in e-commerce, human resources (HR) and digital services. Organisations will look for professionals skilled in digital marketing, advertising management and HR analytics.

Anupama Bhimrajka, Vice President - Marketing, Foundit, said, "India's job market is set to grow in size by 2025, with a projected growth of 9 per cent in hiring. Companies are not only looking for experienced professionals but are also broadening their search beyond established centres. We believe this approach will create a healthier, more diverse environment - allowing businesses to access new talent pools and build a workforce that suits future needs,"

The IT sector is set to grow hiring by 15 per cent in 2025 with the expansion of global capability centers (GCCs) and multi-cloud adoption. Businesses are prioritizing operational sustainability through energy-efficient data centers, green IT practices, and refurbished hardware solutions. The retail sector is projected to grow hiring by 12 per cent, reflecting rising demand for traditional and tech-enabled roles. The sector is witnessing growth due to the revival of brick-and-mortar stores and rising consumer spending in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

The telecom sector is expected to grow by 11 per cent with advancements in AI, 5G and IoT driving demand for skills in edge computing, SDN (software-defined networking), NFV (network function virtualisation) and cybersecurity.

In 2025, different sectors are projected to witness growth. These include finance and accounts at 8 per cent, HR and admin at 7 per cent, IT at 6 per cent, hospitality at 5 per cent and marketing and communication at 3 per cent. The report states that Bengaluru will lead the city-wise growth with 10 per cent share, followed by Coimbatore at 9 per cent, Hyderabad at 8 per cent and Chennai at 6 per cent.