Demand for entry-level talent surges 59 pc in India’s tech sector [Video]

Hiring in the Indian tech sector rebounded in the second quarter (Q2) this fiscal, with demand for entry-level talent making up 59 per cent of job listings, according to a report on Monday.

Global edtech company Great Learning saw 43 per cent increase in job postings on its career support platform, GL Excelerate, during the July-September period.

The platform connects recruiters with top-tier talent across key sectors such as data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital marketing, cloud computing and management.

After a year-long lull, the tech sector is rebounding with a renewed focus on hiring fresh graduates.

In the first half of FY25, job postings for entry-level and early-career roles (0-3 years of experience) made up 59.2 per cent of all listings, while mid-level roles (3-7 years) accounted for 35.3 per cent.

This demand for freshers and early-career professionals is particularly strong in the IT/ITES, BFSI, data analytics, and consulting sectors, according to the data.

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