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India hiring to jump 4.7% in H1 FY27 as e commerce tech startups lead demand
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Large enterprises are driving the strongest hiring surge
India’s workforce is projected to expand meaningfully in the first half of FY27, with hiring sentiment rising 4.7%. E-commerce, tech startups, healthcare, pharma, and manufacturing are expected to lead job creation, particularly at large enterprises. The trend is linked to structural shifts and policy-driven changes, pushing companies to redesign workforce models to stay compliant and competitive.
- Hiring sentiment expected to rise 4.7% in H1 FY27
- E-commerce and tech startups lead the job growth outlook
- Healthcare, pharma, and manufacturing also show strong momentum
- Large enterprises have the strongest hiring signal
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