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Expect a 19% Surge in Hiring, Including Opportunities for Remote Jobs: Learn more

The manufacturing sector leads the hiring trend with a 25% increase in hiring intent, indicating a solid prognosis for industrial expansion

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According to the Tagged India Decoding Jobs 2024 research, corporate India will hire more in 2024, with a 19% increase in hiring numbers compared to the previous year. The research includes qualitative and quantitative insights from 200+ business leaders across different industry areas. It is a complete reference to India's latest hiring trends, difficulties, and best practices in the Indian job market. Manufacturing, automotive, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) will lead in hiring. 

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Which industries will hire the most people in 2024? 

The manufacturing sector leads the hiring trend with a 25% increase in hiring intent, indicating a solid prognosis for industrial expansion. Second, the automobile industry is expected to see a 20% increase in hiring intentions. Aside from that, the internet business and global in-house centres (GIC) sectors are expected to witness a 20% growth in recruiting. However, the IT sector will remain in a slump, as the survey indicates it has a more conservative hiring intent growth rate of 3%. 

Is the hybrid form of work on its way out? 

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According to the survey, labour from the office alone is predicted to fall to 33%, while remote work remains stable at 7%. Indeed, 60% of the employers polled want to hire in flexible work arrangements, indicating a continuous acceptance of flexible work arrangements. 

The survey also lists the top five states in terms of talent pool availability: 

  • Maharashtra
  • Delhi
  • Karnataka
  • Telangana
  • Tamil Nadu 

A look ahead to the Indian labour market in 2024

"The Indian job market leading up to 2024 is a tale of resilience, adaptability, and growth," according to the research. In this fast-paced world, success is determined by "a commitment to skill development and an unwavering willingness to embrace change." Thus, 2024 is a watershed moment in which investments in artificial intelligence and data combine to fuel the skilling ecosystem and the future of employment.  

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