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SBI Research finds India women shifting from casual work to steadier regular jobs
Economy
Published on 10 May 2026
Education and household power are quietly changing job types
SBI Research says India’s female labour market is moving toward stability, driven by higher education, greater household agency, and social mobility. The report finds a gradual shift from casual to regular wage employment, suggesting a more resilient workforce ahead. But persistent gaps remain across education levels, regions, and social groups, tempering the overall progress.
- Women’s employment is gradually shifting from casual to regular wage work
- Education, household agency, and social mobility are key drivers
- The trend points to stronger future workforce resilience
- Disparities persist by education, geography, and social group
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