India’s job market likely to grow 4.4% in second half of 2025-26, up from 2.8% in first half: TeamLease Services
India anticipates a 4.4% net job growth in the latter half of 2025-26. Large companies are leading this hiring surge. E-commerce, tech startups, logistics, and retail sectors show strong expansion. Employers prioritize value hiring, focusing on productivity and essential skills like communication and critical thinking. This indicates a shift towards skill-driven recruitment for future workforce needs.
Freshers
NIT-Hamirpur student gets annual package of Rs 3.40 crore
A student from NIT Hamirpur, Aryan Mittal, has achieved a record placement package of Rs 3.40 crore. This is the highest annual package secured by any student from the institute to date. Two female students in the Electronics stream also received substantial packages of Rs 1.68 crore each.
IIM Ahmedabad's 2025 PGP placement season saw BFSI as the highest-paying sector, with a maximum earning potential of Rs 1.1 crore. Consulting remained the top choice for students, though its participation decreased, while BFSI saw increased interest. The mean MEP rose to Rs 35.2 lakh, with top sectors accounting for 80% of recruitments.
Mid-Career
The 2025 MBA question: Career catalyst or costly detour?
An MBA develops leadership and problem-solving skills for career advancement. It prepares individuals to manage complex workplace changes. NMIMS offers programs with various specialisations. Admissions for the 2026 MBA batch are open through the NMAT by GMAC exam. The application deadline is October 10, 2025. This investment builds capabilities and professional connections.
The 10-month executive programme aims to equip experienced professionals for enterprise-wide leadership roles through a blend of strategic depth, digital agility, and on-ground problem solving. Read on to know more.
C-Suite
X-factor for CXO jobs: Tackling turmoil, companies seek leaders skilled in managing disruption amid global uncertainty
In today's volatile landscape, candidates with a proven history of navigating change and disruption are increasingly favored for C-suite roles. Leaders who can transform uncertainty into opportunity, pivot effectively, and demonstrate resilience are now highly sought after by executive search firms and corporate boards.
Rajeev Jain, Bajaj Finance Managing Director, emerged as the highest-paid NBFC CEO in FY25. His total package exceeded Rs 65 crore, with ESOPs adding Rs 40 crore. Arvind Kapil of Poonawalla Fincorp was the second-highest paid. Sashidhar Jagdishan of HDFC Bank was India's highest-paid banker, drawing over Rs 12 crore.
HR Policies & Trends
India’s job market likely to grow 4.4% in second half of 2025-26, up from 2.8% in first half: TeamLease Services
India anticipates a 4.4% net job growth in the latter half of 2025-26. Large companies are leading this hiring surge. E-commerce, tech startups, logistics, and retail sectors show strong expansion. Employers prioritize value hiring, focusing on productivity and essential skills like communication and critical thinking. This indicates a shift towards skill-driven recruitment for future workforce needs.
Salaries in India are projected to rise 9% in 2026, slightly up from 8.9% in 2025, according to Aon’s Annual Salary Increase and Turnover Survey 2025-26. Real estate, infrastructure, and NBFCs are expected to lead salary growth, while attrition rates have declined to 17.1%, indicating improved employee retention. Strong domestic consumption, investments, and policy reforms support continued wage growth and talent stability.
Government Jobs
Uttarakhand HC lifts 31-year-old ban on hiring contract workers at ONGC
The Uttarakhand High Court has cancelled a 31-year-old government order. This order had stopped the hiring of contract workers at ONGC. The court found the notification was issued without proper consultation. This decision lacked a strong factual basis. The ruling impacts ONGC's hiring practices. It follows a challenge by the corporation itself.
West Bengal: Less than 7,000 candidates qualify in TET exam 2023 held for filling up of 13,421 posts
The West Bengal Board of Primary Education released the Teacher Eligibility Test 2023 results. Out of 2.73 lakh candidates, less than 7,000 qualified. The TET was held in December 2023 for classes 1 to 5 teacher posts. Only 2.47 percent of candidates passed. The board will investigate the low qualification rate.
Exams & Results
SSC CGL Answer Key 2025: Check latest update, objection window and other key details
SSC CGL Answer Key 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is releasing the provisional answer key for the CGL Tier-I Exam 2025 today, October 15, on ssc.gov.in. Candidates can check their answers and raise objections online with supporting proof. This marks the start of the evaluation process for the recruitment drive aiming to fill 14,582 vacancies.
The National Board of Examinations has cancelled NEET PG 2025 results for 22 candidates due to unfair means, with disqualifications spanning multiple years. Additionally, 11 foreign medical graduates were disqualified from the FMGE for malpractice. The board warns against using cancelled results for any official purposes.
