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White collar hiring surges in India as senior roles jump and women lead diversity
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Women now make up 68% of diversity hires
India’s white-collar hiring remains resilient, with steady month-on-month growth and stronger year-on-year momentum. Consumer electronics led the charge with a 70% YoY rise, while senior roles climbed 36%. Mumbai topped city growth, and diversity hiring surged 53% over two years—driven by women accounting for 68% of these hires. Tier-2 cities are catching up too.
- Consumer electronics and logistics are driving the strongest hiring momentum
- Senior roles rose 36% year-on-year, indicating demand at higher levels
- Mumbai leads city-wise growth, while tier-2 cities continue to catch up
- Diversity hiring jumped 53% in two years, with women at 68%
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