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Indian companies set sights on 2026 hiring surge adding nearly two million jobs
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Campus hiring expands as firms target workforce diversity
Indian companies are forecast to hire 10–12 million employees in 2026, about 2 million more than in 2025. Firms plan to boost campus hiring and also make workforce diversity a priority. The uptick suggests employers are preparing for stronger talent absorption next year, with recruitment likely starting earlier and broadening across candidate pools.
- Hiring in 2026 is projected at 10–12 million
- That is nearly 2 million more than 2025
- Companies plan to intensify campus hiring
- Diversity improvements are part of recruitment goals
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