Is India's Job Market Ending FY25 with a Strong Demand for Freshers and Tech Talent?

Bengaluru, April 29 (NationPress) The job market in India has concluded the financial year on a robust note, with 82 percent of companies actively engaging in hiring from January to March 2025. This marks a 3 percent increase from the previous quarter, according to a recent report released on Tuesday.

In spite of global uncertainties, employers in India have continued to grow their teams, particularly in technology and entry-level positions, as highlighted by Indeed's latest findings.

The demand for recent graduates has been notably high, comprising over 50 percent of all new positions filled.

Prominent roles in this hiring trend included software developers, data analysts, and sales executives.

Organizations are not merely filling existing vacancies; they are also investing in future-ready teams equipped to tackle upcoming challenges.

Sashi Kumar, Head of Sales at Indeed India, remarked: "With the right momentum from innovative tech firms and sectors driven by advancements in AI and cybersecurity, there’s a significant opportunity to turn this enthusiasm into tangible impact."

He further emphasized that the job market is evolving, with employers approaching hiring with a sense of cautious optimism.

"While the influx of freshers remains steady and tech positions continue to expand in domains like software development, data analytics, and AI, companies are becoming more selective in their hiring practices and how they construct future-ready teams," he stated.

The escalating demand for fresh graduates skilled in emerging fields such as AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and software development points towards India's increasing emphasis on digital transformation.

Both startups and large corporations are on the lookout to assemble teams that are future-proof, with young professionals at the forefront of this trend, according to the report.

Salary expectations are also aligning favorably, with employers offering an average starting salary of Rs 3.5 lakh per annum to the graduating class of 2025, which is closely in line with what freshers anticipate.

The majority of job offers fell within the Rs 3-5 lakh range, indicating that companies are prepared to invest in young talent.

In fact, 72 percent of employers reported an increase in fresher salaries over the past year, as noted in the report.

Looking forward to FY26, the hiring landscape appears promising. Employers are becoming more transparent regarding roles, responsibilities, and workplace culture to attract suitable candidates, the report concluded.