Many jobs now preferring education less than 10th grade: Where is the Indian job market heading?

Education, once a trusted hiring filter, is losing its signalling power in India’s job market. Employers in high-volume sectors now prioritise immediate productivity over formal qualifications, exposing a widening gap between degrees and job readiness. With most higher education institutions misaligned with industry needs, employment and education are steadily drifting apart.

Many jobs now preferring education less than 10th grade: Where is the Indian job market heading?
Education, once a trusted hiring filter, is losing its signalling power in India’s job market. Employers in high-volume sectors now prioritise immediate productivity over formal qualifications, exposing a widening gap between degrees and job readiness. With most higher education institutions misaligned with industry needs, employment and education are steadily drifting apart.