J&K exams: J&K relaxes upper age limit for combined competitive exams of UT
The Jammu and Kashmir government has relaxed the upper age limit to 35 years for open merit candidates appearing for combined competitive exams of the Union Territory. The earlier age limit was 30. The upper age limit for reserved category…
India Inc finds the (short and) sweet spot when hiring expats
Bengaluru: Indian companies in sectors such as retail, manufacturing, industrial, life sciences, automotive, oil and gas, aluminium, smart infrastructure, enterprise solutions, semiconductors and renewables are increasingly hiring expatriates on short stints to meet their needs for expertise in technology, operations,…
TCS cuts variable pay of senior staff, even those who played by work-from-office rule
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has lowered bonus payments for some employees for the July-September quarter, despite adhering to the stringent work from office policies of the tech giant, Moneycontrol has reported. While junior employees still received their full quarterly variable…
NSDC, TCS ink pact to launch National Proficiency Test for skill assessment
The National Skill Development Corporation and TCS iON on Friday signed an agreement to roll out a National Proficiency Test to assess the skill level and provide industry-recognized certifications, in a bid to improve the employability potential of job seekers,…
AKTU semester results out at aktu.ac.in; Here is direct link to check PG, UG results and more
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), formerly known as Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU), has officially announced the semester results for the academic year 2024. Students who appeared for exams in various undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs can…
CAT Admit Card 2024: Here is how to download from iimcat.ac.in
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta will release the admit cards for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 today, November 5, 2024. Candidates who registered for the exam can download their hall tickets from the official website, iimcat.ac.in, once…
BIS Admit Card 2024 Released: Download your hall ticket for Group A, B, and C positions from bis.gov.in, here’s how
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has officially released the admit cards for candidates applying to Group A, B, and C posts under Advertisement No. 01/2024/Estt. Eligible applicants can now download their admit cards from the official website at bis.gov.in….
Engineering Services (Preliminary) Exam 2025 on June 8: UPSC
The Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination-2025 to select officers of different central services will be conducted on June 8, the Union Public Service Commission has said. The Commission had last month postponed the examination to give sufficient time to the aspirants…
SSC CGL Result date: SSC CGL Result 2024: When and where to check tier 1 scorecards?
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will release the results for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 exam soon. Once the results are released, candidates can check them at the official website, ssc.gov.in using their roll numbers mentioned on admit…
PCS prelims 2024 date: UPPSC releases dates for 41 districts; Here are details
UP Public Service Commission (UPPSC) announced that the Combined State/Senior Subordinate Service (prelims) Examination-2024, commonly called PCS (Pre), will be held in 41 districts of the state on December 7 and 8, 2024. The exam will be held in two…
Overwhelmed with career anxiety? Here are 6 ways to beat this feeling
Have you been lately experiencing self-doubt, fearing job loss or wondering if you will ever grow in your career? If yes, the chances are you are experiencing anxiety induced by the demands and pressures that come with one’s professional life.Career…
Demand for design professionals in semiconductor GCCs dips in July-Sep: Report
Demand for design professionals in semiconductor global capability centres dropped by 7 per cent sequentially during the July-September quarter of 2024-25, driven by global macroeconomic challenges and the cautious hiring sentiments of large corporations, a report said on Monday. Semiconductor…
MP PSTET Admit cards released. Check direct link, how to download and other details
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has issued the admit cars for the Primary School Teacher Eligibility Test 2024 (PSTET 2024) exam. The admit cards are available on its official website – https://esb.mp.gov.in/e_default.html. How to Download MP PSTET Admit…
job security: Myth Debunking 101: Long tenure means more job security
There is a massive difference in the career trajectories of our parents and our own. They mostly worked for a single company and believed that staying in the same organisation would reflect loyalty, which would in turn give them security…
geography degree jobs: 5 career paths to pursue after a degree in geography
A degree in geography is more than just understanding spatial relationships between countries or the physical features of mountains, hills and streams. A three-year degree course in geography broadly covers two areas: natural sciences and social sciences, where natural science…
ICAI CA Inter Result 2024 Announced: How to download CA Foundation or Intermediate results from icai.nic.in, key highlights
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the results for the CA Foundation and CA Intermediate exams held in September 2024. Candidates can access their results now, by logging into the official ICAI websites using their credentials….
JEE Main 2025: How can you register for the two-phased exam, what’s the eligibility criteria? All you need to know
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially started the registration process for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2025. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the January session through the official site at jeemain.nta.nic.in. To complete the…
India Inc, employees think green as AQI worsens
Diwali celebrations among other factors like stubble burning have pushed the air quality index (AQI) into the “very poor and poor” range in the National Capital region and Mumbai in the last few days. Companies like Deloitte, Acer, DS Group,…
IIM Calcutta students bag average monthly stipend of Rs 1.89 lakh per annum in summer placement
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta students have bagged a monthly stipend of Rs 1.89 lakh per month on average in the summer placement. The median is Rs 2 lakh per month, the institute said in a statement, adding that…
ICAI CA Result 2024 Topper List: Female students claim top three ranks, check names, marks, cities
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) announced the results for the CA Foundation and Intermediate Examinations 2024 on Wednesday. According to the official release, female students took the top three ranks in this exam. Parami Umesh Parekh secured…
Business leaders in India keen to tap into transformative potential of GenAI: LinkedIn study
Ten per cent of workers hired globally in 2024 hold job titles that did not exist at the turn of the century, showed data made public on Wednesday from LinkedIn’s inaugural Work Change Snapshot, indicating evolution in the workplace over…
India needs 10 million jobs annually to fuel growth: Goldman Sachs
Around 10 million jobs need to be added annually between 2024-25 and 2029-30 for India to maintain an average gross value added (GVA) growth of 6.5% year-on-year, according to a report released on Wednesday. In comparison, an average of 8.5…
10% of workers hired this year hold job titles that didn’t exist in 2000
In an evolving workforce landscape, LinkedIn’s recent Work Change Snapshot reveals that 10 per cent of the jobs filled globally in 2024 bear titles unheard of in the year 2000. Roles such as Sustainability Manager, AI Engineer, Social Media Manager,…
Temporary staff demand spikes ahead of Diwali
Bengaluru: As the country gears up to celebrate Diwali, running into an extended four-day weekend, demand for temporary staff is lighting up the job street. Demand has jumped 15-20% year-on-year — going up to as much as 30-40% for ecommerce…
Karnataka Examination Authority proposes Aadhaar-liked registration for all exams
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has proposed Aadhaar-linked registration for students aspiring for professional course seats from next year, with an intention to put an end to the menace of seat blocking, official sources said on Tuesday. The KEA has…
How to protect yourself from scammers offering fake jobs
Between finding openings, sending out your resume and interviewing, looking for a job is tough. Now a growing trend of scammers impersonating recruiters is making it even harder. In the last year, job scams have been on the rise, according…
Mid-career roles are emerging in banking and financial services
Wider use of technologies such as UPI has led to accelerated adoption of digital means in financial services. This has also broadened the scope of roles in the sector, especially in the mid-career space. Dhriti Prasanna Mahanta, VP and Business…
UTET 2024 answer keys to be released on UBSE website: Check direct link, how to download, and qualifying marks
The Uttarakhand Board of Secondary Education (UBSE) will release the answer keys of the Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET) soon. The exam was held on Thursday, 24th October 2024, in two shifts – Paper 1 took place from 10:00 am…
Overall job postings surged by 20% this festive season, professional networking platform apna.co says
Professional networking platform apna.co has reported a 20 per cent year-on-year increase in job postings to 2.16 lakh this festive season across logistics & operations, e-commerce, and hospitality. This year’s festive season was particularly important for businesses looking to rebound…
Deutsche Bahn sources loco pilots from India for its global projects
Germany’s Deutsche Bahn (DB) has begun sourcing loco pilots from India for its global projects even as the state-owned rail company eyes expansion in the Indian market offering consultancy, operations and maintenance for metro systems. “There is a shortage of…
JEE Main 2025: NTA issues guideline for PwD candidates, to release schedule soon
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is preparing to release the schedule for the JEE Main 2025 exam, with the online application process expected to begin by the end of November 2024. Candidates can apply via the official NTA website. Also…
Formal jobs slip in August; EPF additions down 15%
NEW DELHI: India’s formal job market witnessed a decline in August with all three social security schemes recording a fall in new subscribers, data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on Friday showed. New subscriptions to…
CBSE Date Sheet 2025: CBSE announes Class 10 and 12 practical exam dates, check schedule, other guidelines
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the dates for the practical exams for Class 10 and 12 students, starting from January 1, 2025. The theory exams are set to follow from February 15, 2025. This announcement is…
Bengaluru leads as top job hub with 9.3 pc salary growth: Report
Mumbai: Bengaluru dominated as the country’s top city for job opportunities and salary growth as it has registered a 9.3 per cent year-on-year increase, closely followed by Chennai and Delhi, a report said on Thursday. This growth underlines Bengaluru’s reputation…
Indian BPM companies must rethink approach to talent, prioritise right skills: Report
Business process management (BPM) organisations must move beyond routine tasks and address more complex and strategic challenges while offering insights into the emerging skills that will define the future of work in this dynamic industry, a new report has said….
Tech layoffs continue to climb in 2024 as Intel plans 1,300 job cuts: Why are tech jobs vanishing across the US?
Intel is set to lay off 1,300 employees in Oregon as part of cost-cutting strategies. The layoffs will occur at four offices and will begin on November 15, lasting two weeks. Affected employees will not have the opportunity to transfer…
Want a job at top companies? Employee referrals are your best bet
If you thought artificial intelligence (AI) was becoming the sole decision-maker in hiring and the days of human involvement were numbered, think again. Companies across sectors are opting for human-centric hiring with employee networks accounting for the majority of the…
Around 40pc of blue-collar workers actively looking for job change, salary biggest motivator: Report
With attrition rate as high as 40 per cent in the blue-collar job segment, a recent report revealed that over 40 per cent of those interviewed are still actively seeking new opportunities. Over 40 per cent of participants are currently…
Net formal job creation under EPFO up at 1.85 million in August: Payroll data
Net formal job creation under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) stood at 1.85 million in August, a jump of 9.07% compared to 1.69 million added in August 2023, government data shows. As per the provisional data, released by the…
A third of Indian students want to turn startup founders, says report
Nearly one in every three Indian college students (32.5%) is already a nascent entrepreneur actively trying to start an own venture, compared with the global average of one in four (25.7%), according to the GUESSS India 2023 Report. Likely propelled…
SC refuses to stay ongoing Grade-I posts exam in Telangana
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to stay the ongoing examination conducted by the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) to fill up 563 Grade-I posts in various government departments, saying such an order will lead to “chaos”. “The examination is…
PM Internship Scheme: Off to a good start: PM Internship Scheme surpasses target with over 1,25,000 offers in just 2 weeks
The PM Internship Scheme is off to a good start, with offers by companies to train youth surpassing the government’s early-December target of 125,000 in just over two weeks of the programme’s formal launch, people aware of the details said….
This holiday season, companies turn over a new ‘leave’, give more Diwali offs
Work-life balance is in the spotlight, come festivity. And India Inc is going the extra mile for employees — giving four to nine days off during Diwali, flexibility at work, floating leaves, and even doing away with so called sandwich…
Delhi Metro seeks applicants for multiple positions: Earn up to ₹72,600 and no written test needed!
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced recruitment for various positions in 2024. The available roles include Supervisor (S&T), Junior Engineer (JE), Assistant Section Engineer (ASE), Section Engineer (SE), and Senior Section Engineer (SSE). Interested candidates can apply through…
UPSC ESE 2025: UPSC postpones Engineer Services prelims, mains exam; reopens application window. Here’s all
The Union Public Service Commission on Friday postponed the Engineering Services Examination-2025 to give “sufficient time” to the aspirants to prepare for the recruitment test, according to an official statement. The development came after the government decided that the recruitment…
PM Internship Scheme will empower youth to thrive in Global Inc
Announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the Union Budget, the Prime Minister Internship Scheme, which aims to provide internship opportunities to 1 crore youth of the country, was launched on October 3. From October 12, aspirants in the age-group…
NTA JEE Main 2025 Exam Pattern Changed: Major revision you must keep in mind for next year
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced changes to the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) for 2025, ending the optional question format introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting with JEE Main 2025, all numerical questions in Section B must be…
UGC NET June 2024 session results announced: Direct link to download scorecards here
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the results for the June session of the UGC NET 2024. Candidates can access their results on the official UGC NET website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. To view and download their scorecards, candidates will…
Rising women leaders transform Global Capability Centres in India
India is seeing more women stepping into leadership roles at global capability centres (GCCs). Many companies are choosing women to lead their operations in India, thus expanding the pool of women role models and bringing fresh perspectives to decision-making. Nearly…
India Inc intensifies training efforts to bridge semiconductor skills gap
India Inc is accelerating efforts to train fresh hires to equip them with the necessary skills and contribute to the government’s goal of making the country a global semiconductor powerhouse through the India Semiconductor Mission. AMD, Micron India, and LAM…
Wanted: 2 million cloud professionals! Tech hiring to surge in FY25 as GCCs boost fresher recruitment
Global Capability Centers (GCCs) have become major employers for fresh talent, offering salaries up to 30% above the industry average for in-demand skills, a new report has shown. TeamLease Digital, a tech staffing and solutions provider, has shared its insights…
India to maintain 9.5% salary increase in 2025, finds WTW survey
India Inc is projected to pay out a median salary increase of 9.5% in 2025, equal to the actual hikes in 2024, the latest Salary Budget Planning Report by advisory, broking, and solutions company WTW has found. The projected salary…
Proactive succession planning is key to ensure smooth leadership transitions
The web series “Succession” portrays the dramatic twists and turns and power struggles that a major media house goes through during leadership change. In the real world, succession planning is not as dramatic but it plays a critical role in…
Tamil Nadu board exams 2025: Schedule for class 10, 11 and 12 out; Check dates here
Higher Secondary First Year (+1) Examination time table Date Day Part Subject 05.03.2025 Wednesday Part-I Tamil, Other Indian Languages 10.03.2025 Monday Part-II English 13.03.2025 Thursday Part-III Communicative English, Ethics and Indian Culture, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Bio-Chemistry, Advanced Language (Tamil),…
NTA UGC NET 2024 results expected soon; Here’s how to check, percentile score calculation and more
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to announce the University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2024 results for the June session soon. Once released, the results will be available on the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. These results…
paid internships: 5 internship myths you need to be aware of before looking at a career
During college days or right after completing a degree, individuals usually take up an internship in an industry relevant to their educational qualifications to get practical experience. This is why internships are considered as a rite of passage to a…
Prime Minister Internship Scheme portal now open for candidate registration
Candidates can now apply for the Prime Minister Internship Scheme, with the dedicated portal going live for registration on Saturday. Those in the age group of 21-24 years are eligible to apply for the scheme. As per the scheme’s pilot…
temporary jobs: Festive season is here and so are opportunities to get hired: Check out the in-demand skills and roles
For anyone looking to make some extra money, the festive season is the best time. Businesses across sectors often need more skilled individuals for a wide range of roles. However, there is intense competition, so employers prefer individuals who are…
MSEDCL admit card for junior assistants out; Check steps to download and other details
The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MAHADISCOM) has released the admit card for the MSEDCL Junior Assistant exam. Candidates who applied for the position can download their admit cards from the official website, mahadiscom.in. Direct link to check admit…
IBPS PO Prelim Admit Card 2024 out at ibps.in: Here is how to download, exam dates, selection process, other details
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the admit cards for the 2024 Probationary Officers (PO) preliminary examination. Candidates who applied for this recruitment exam can now download their hall tickets from the official IBPS website at ibps.in….
India tops S Asia in women labour participation
India’s female labour force participation rate has increased at a faster pace among South Asian countries between 2019 and 2023. The country recorded an increase of 23.4%, according to an analysis of data from the World Bank. Bhutan follows with…
The rise of crisis consultants: Why this segment is looking for more personnel
Crisis. The word conjures an image of chaos and uncertainty. Yet, it is something every business needs to navigate. Organisations have people whose job is to handle crises and take the company unscathed through such situations. And the demand for…
Over 130 companies to offer internship to 50,000 candidates
New Delhi: More than 130 companies–including Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finance, Tech Mahindra, Jubilant Foodworks, Eicher Motor and Muthoot Finance–have together placed offers for about 50,000 candidates under the PM Internship scheme as of October 9, a…
Gig hiring for the festive season heats up, but there’s a need for better domain and soft skills
With the festive season starting, multiple sectors will see increased consumption demand. This will drive up hiring, and much of that will be gig hiring in nature.NLB Services estimates that up to 10 lakh jobs would be created during this…
Job-hunting CXOs on the lookout for toxic work culture
Bengaluru: Senior professionals and CXOs contemplating their next career move are increasingly vigilant about toxic work cultures. A top-rung executive who was slated to join a Bengaluru-based company turned down a lucrative offer at the very last minute when some…
India Inc offers over 13,000 internships through PM internship scheme
Close to 50 companies, including TCS, Tech Mahindra, L&T, Apollo Tyres, Titan, Divis Labs, and Britannia, have collectively offered over 13,000 internships through the PM Internship scheme portal, which opened for corporate registrations last week. As part of the government’s…
RRB Junior Engineer 2024 exam dates announced: Check dates, how to apply, roles more
RRB JE 2024 Exam Date: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the exam dates for the RRB Junior Engineer (JE) position. The computer-based exam will take place from December 6 to December 13. Candidates can find the official…
Indian Railways reinstates separate recruitment exams for officers
Nearly five years after approving the merger of eight railway services into the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS), the government is reversing course by reinstating the recruitment of officers through two separate exams: the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Engineering…
Mega jobs push off to a solid start: India Inc takes up internship scheme, kick-starts hirings
New Delhi: ITC, Reliance Retail, Adani Group, TCS, Coca-Cola, Eicher, Deloitte, Mahindra Group, Maruti Suzuki, PepsiCo, HDFC, ICICI, Wipro, HUL, Samsung and Hewlett Packard are among 500 firms that have listed themselves as ‘partner companies’ for the PM internship scheme,…
ET Graphics: With more youths in the workforce, skilling remains a challenge
Youth participation in India’s workforce, particularly among women, is increasing. However, a slight uptick in unemployment raises concerns about job availability and the need for skill development.
Karnataka HC stays order declaring Ola’s relationship with drivers as employer-employee
The Karnataka High Court has stayed a single judge verdict, which had classified the relationship between ANI Technologies Private Limited (Ola) and its drivers as that of employer-employee. The original ruling required Ola to address complaints of sexual harassment involving…
Indian venture capital firms are increasingly hiring more women
A clutch of venture capital firms are actively trying to close the stubborn gender gap that continues to plague the global VC ecosystem, where the underrepresentation of women is especially glaring at senior levels. Blume Ventures, Lightbox India Advisors, Bertelsmann…
PM Internship Scheme with over 2,200 opportunities: Check how to apply, eligibility and registration process
(This story originally appeared in on Oct 04, 2024) The Central government launched the pilot phase of the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme on Thursday, aiming to offer 1.25 lakh internship opportunities during the fiscal year 2024-25. Over 2,200 internship opportunities…
India Inc to offer 9.5% salary hike in FY25, projects survey
The average salary increase in India is likely to be 9.5% in 2024-25, compared to an actual increase of 9.3% in 2024, according to the first phase of the Aon Annual Salary Increase and Turnover Survey 2024-25. The study analysed…
Panel on cards to resolve internship scheme disputes
The ministry of corporate affairs (MCA) will set up a panel comprising senior government officials and industry executives to redress grievances or resolve disputes arising out of the implementation of the ‘PM Internship Scheme’, people aware of the development said….
NABARD Recruitment 2024: Vacancies, deadline, eligibility, link, and how to apply
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released an advertisement for the recruitment of Office Attendant in Group ‘C’ positions. Indian citizens can apply online through NABARD’s website from 02 October 2024 to 21 October 2024. The…
IBPS releases RRB office assistant scorecard and provisional allotment lists. How to check, direct link and more
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the provisional allotment lists for the 2024 recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO), Clerks, and Specialist Officers (SO) in Regional Rural Banks (RRB) across India. Candidates who participated in the selection process…
The silent killer: Work stress continues to claim lives of employees; what can be done?
The recent incident of a young employee working as an audit executive in Pune losing her life to work stress and burnout has once again raised concerns about India’s workplace culture. In the current employment landscape, where the hustle culture…
AFCAT 2 Results Announced: Here is how to check your selection status and next step
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the results for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 2, 2024. Candidates who took the exam can check their results by logging in to the official website, afcat.cdac.in, using their email addresses…
Finance teams need to have preemptive stance, tech skills: CA associations’ report
Finance teams have just five years to transform themselves if they do not want to risk becoming irrelevant, says a report made by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Chartered Accountants ANZ in association with PwC. The role…
The CEO search challenge: Why finding top executives is taking longer than ever
The hunt for CEOs and other top executives has got more difficult and time-consuming than ever before, say HR heads, leadership consultancies as well as board members. It now often takes 9-12 months to fill a vacant CEO or CXO…
Talent crunch hits Indian businesses as global economy recovers: Report
Businesses in India are facing a talent crunch on both hiring and retention fronts, according to a new report. The Talent Trends Report by recruitment firm Michael Page, shared exclusively with ET, found that 34% of organisations are struggling to…
Make in India, PLI projected to continue creating manufacturing jobs
Bengaluru: Programmes like ‘Make in India’ that completed a decade this week and the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, as well as the budget initiatives to boost employment, will continue to drive robust hiring in the manufacturing sector, particularly for blue-…
Which skills are the most sought after by Indians?
New Delhi: Whether it be for a better job, pay or simply to stay ahead of the curve, people are skilling, reskilling and upskilling themselves like never before. But have you ever wondered which skills are hot right now? Udemy,…
BFSI sector leads in women leadership, reports Avtar & Seramount Study
The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector leads the pack when it comes to women in leadership roles, with 24.5% of women corporate executives in the sector, followed by FMCG, with 21.5% women at leadership levels, the 2024 Avtar…
tech jobs: To skill Indians in emerging tech, companies catching them young
Some of the top tech firms in India are initiating students as young as in Grade 6 from the hinterland into emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, Internet of Things, cybersecurity and robotics that are reshaping the employment…
Searching for a mentor? Make sure they have these 5 important qualities
In life, we come across various situations when we require guidance and support from others to move forward. On the personal front, we depend on our friends and family to guide us; for professional growth, we rely on invaluable advice…
5 tips to survive a clique-heavy workplace environment
While the word might be new to your ears, we are sure the concept isn’t. Remember your school or college days when some seemingly “cool” individuals would hang out only with “their group” — be it for lunch, projects or…
AI will spur new jobs, roles but may impact repetitive, commoditised tasks: Deloitte South Asia CEO
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) will most certainly lead to the creation of new roles and jobs in the economy, although some of the current functions involving “repetitive” and “commoditised” tasks may be impacted, according to Deloitte South Asia…
Three in 4 workers believe talent development programmes aren’t useful: Skillsoft study
As much as 95% of organisations have a talent development programme in place but nearly three in four employees believe there are gaps in its effectiveness, showed the findings of a study by skilling platform, Skillsoft. Based on a survey…
5 career avenues to pursue after completing BA (Hons) Economics & how much they pay
Companies are always looking for individuals who have the right skills and knowledge to offer insights regarding continuously changing market dynamics and economic policies. Such people help companies make the right decisions, especially during tough times. This is a reason…
Bank hiring: At top private banks, post-Covid boom fuels hiring spree
BENGALURU: India’s top 10 private banks saw a net headcount addition of 2.95 lakh professionals in the last four years, with 94,046 jobs added in FY24, a 13% increase over FY23, which saw the highest annual net additions at 1,06,753….
Karnataka considers six-days-a-year paid period leave plan for public and private employees
Karnataka is looking at a proposal to implement six days of paid menstrual leave a year for women in both private and public sectors. The draft Bill, christened ‘The Right of Women to Menstrual Leave and Free Access to Menstrual…
Digitisation wave leading to demand for chief digital officers in banks and NBFCs
Banks and non-banking financing companies (NBFCs) are seeing a bigger need for digital transformation, shows Venator Search Partners’ research that took the views of over 60 CEOs, lending professionals, digital experts and top consulting companies. Many expect digital transformation to…
ICAI announces CA Foundation and Intermediate Exam 2025 Dates: Here is the complete schedule
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the schedule for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) January 2025 exams. The timetable includes dates for both the Foundation and Intermediate courses, available on ICAI’s official website, icai.org. ICAI CA Foundation,…
RSMSSB CET admit card 2024 to be out today: Here’s how to download hall tickets
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB or RSMSSB) will release admit cards for the graduate-level Common Entrance Test (RSMSSB CET 2024) today after 6pm, as per the recent notification from the board. Once released, candidates can download their admit cards…
MCC NEET UG 2024 Round 2 Counselling Results Announced: Check Your Allotment Now
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the 2024 NEET UG Round 2 seat allotment results. This stage of counselling is for 15% All India Quota seats in MBBS and BDS programs. Candidates who participated can check their results on…
HPSC PGT Result 2024 for subject knowledge test out: Here’s how to check and other details
The Haryana Public Service Commission declared the HPSC PGT Result 2024 for the subject knowledge test on Wednesday. Candidates who took the subject knowledge test can check their roll numbers on the official HPSC website at hpsc.gov.in. According to the…
CFOs move into the line of succession for the top job
Chief financial officers (CFOs) are increasingly gaining more influence and being viewed more as strategic partners than just owning the finance charter of a company. The ongoing shift of CFOs towards company strategy and governance, forecasting and analytics as well…
IBPS RRB PO Prelims Scorecard 2024 Released: How to access your marksheet, main exam dates and other details
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS RRB PO Score Card 2024 on September 17. Candidates who took the IBPS RRB PO Prelims exam can now check their scores by visiting the official IBPS website, ibps.in….
interview tips: Hiring expert reveals what job seekers are doing wrong in interviews these days
A hiring expert has pointed out that job-seekers are often missing a basic step in their interview preparation. Adriane Schwager, CEO and co-founder of GrowthAssistant, shared her insights with CNBC Make It. Adriane said she has observed a significant decline…
Govt drawing up flexi work plan for women
New Delhi: The government is planning to create a new framework for flexible working arrangements for women to lift their participation in the labour force by addressing some of the challenges faced and offering social security benefits to those in…
Australians now have the right to disconnect. Can India expect the same?
It is not uncommon for employees who have clocked out for the day to get calls from team managers asking them to do some more office work. The work-from-home culture that started during the pandemic has also contributed to blurring…
Hiring right talent isn’t enough, it is important to keep them engaged too
It is not enough to hire the right people for the right roles. Business leaders need to also keep finding ways to engage and to motivate them. This makes learning an important aspect of growth. Vijai Subramaniam, Founder and Chairman,…
6 online side-hustle ideas to make money
Today’s highly digital economy has made the job market very competitive. But it also means that you don’t have to wait for a layoff to look for a remote job. There are enough opportunities to find and develop such an…
Chhattisgarh TET 2024 results declared by CPEB: How to check, qualifying marks, Direct Link & other details
The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CPEB) has announced the results of the Chhattisgarh Teacher Eligibility Test (CG TET) 2024. Candidates can now check their results on the official website, vyapam.cgstate.gov.in. However, at the time of writing, the website was down…
Generation X expected to be at the helm of fintech companies: Venator Search Partners
Generation X (35-50 years old) is expected to be at the helm of fintech companies and there is a consensus that bank-fintech partnerships are the future, according to a survey conducted by BFSI focused CXO search firm Venator Search Partners….
LGBTQIA+ inclusion picks up speed in India Inc
Bengaluru: Last month, in a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, ecommerce major Flipkart inaugurated a delivery hub in Delhi-NCR run completely by employees belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community. In June, Wells Fargo launched ‘Transgender Persons Hiring Program’ in the country to…
SSC warns of legal action against anyone found involved in exam malpractices
Government job recruitment agency SSC has warned of disciplinary and legal action against anyone found involved in any kind of malpractices related to its recruitment examinations. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has time and again brought to the notice of…
Amazon India creates over one lakh seasonal jobs ahead of festive season
Amazon India on Thursday said it has created more than 110,000 seasonal job opportunities across its operations network to cater to increased demand during the festive season. These opportunities include direct and indirect jobs across India in cities such as…
Graduates with AI, machine learning or IoT skills getting hired by cos more effectively, being offered higher salaries
‘Extra’ is now the new byword in hiring of engineering freshers as campus recruiters vie for candidates who have that little extra topping on their plain vanilla B.Tech degree. This topping could be a skill in emerging technologies like AI,…
Renewable firms hiring talent across levels amid expansion
Bengaluru: As India looks to achieve net zero emissions by 2070, renewable energy companies are accelerating their search for talent that can help the transition to sustainable energy sources and decarbonisation. Adani Green Energy, Tata Power Renewable Energy, Vikram Solar,…
Myth Debunking 101: Low ATS resume ranking means disqualification from selection process
Applicant tracking systems (ATS) have become an integral part of the resume screening process. These systems primarily scan resumes for required keywords and qualifications, and rank them as per suitability so that the hiring manager can shortlist candidates easily. Many…
quick commerce: Quick commerce war expands into battle for leadership talent
Amid a raging battle for supremacy in the quick-commerce space, an equally fierce war for leadership talent is playing out between new entrants and incumbents alike. Poaching is rampant and Rs 2-3 crore salaries plus millions in stocks are on…
Looking for remote jobs? These 5 platforms might help you land just the right opportunities
Not every individual wants to settle for a conventional 9-to-5 job, especially as the current employment landscape offers a lot of flexibility. Remote jobs can open doors to several lucrative and rewarding opportunities for those who do not want to…
ET Exclusive: Hiring sentiment most upbeat at Indian companies for December quarter
The hiring sentiment in India for the December quarter is the strongest among 42 countries covered in a new global survey, whose findings come close on the heels of data from the US that indicates a slowdown in jobs growth….
IIT Kanpur rolls out free online exam prep platform for CUET
New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has rolled out ‘Sathee CUET’, an online platform for students preparing for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for college admission. Sathee, developed by IIT Kanpur in collaboration with the Ministry of…
GCCs focus more on learning investments in benefits payout: ANSR survey
The growth of global capability centres (GCCs) is driving demand for roles and new skill sets in India. This calls for a need to think of the best way to plan the compensation and benefit structure of employees, to add…
Don’t agree with your boss? 5 ways to disagree, respectfully
Disagreements are bound to happen in a corporate environment that is full of diverse people. While being at odds with your colleague may not be of concern, things can take a tricky turn when the person in opposition is your…
nta ugc net: NTA UGC NET 2024 Provisional Answer key released at https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in. How to check, download and other key details
UGC Net Answer Key 2024: The provisional answer key(s) for UGC – NET June 2024 (Rescheduled) Examination conducted on August 21, 22 and 23 of this year along with the question paper with recorded responses are available for the candidates…
Talent Transformation: The role of L&D in modern BFSI hiring strategies
The Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector has been a crucial driver of economic growth and financial inclusion in India. Through initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), the sector has successfully brought 230 million people under…
Banks to hire young graduates as apprentices in a month; pay stipend of Rs 5,000
Banks are mulling to hire graduates under 25 years of age as apprentices in a month, a top industry official said on Friday. Lenders will be paying a stipend of Rs 5,000 a month to such candidates who will get…
CBSE Board Exam 2025 marking scheme and sample question papers for class 10, 12 released: Here are details
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released sample papers for Class 10 and 12 students in preparation for the 2025 board exams. Students can access these papers on the official CBSE website, cbseacademic.nic.in. These sample papers align with…
Tier 2 and 3 cities boost seasonal hiring this festive season
Businesses are ramping up the seasonal hiring by 20% compared to last year led by demand bolstered by Tier 2 and 3 cities besides the metros, according to Indeed data findings. This survey was conducted by Valuvox on behalf of…
Over 1,000 new jobs for skilled aviation engineers in India, says Air India top official
The Air India’s Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul facility being built in Bengaluru is not only expected to generate over 1,200 new job opportunities for skilled aviation engineers in India, but it will also create seven times more indirect jobs for…
TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket 2024 released at tnpsc.gov.in: How to download admit card for prelims exam
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket 2024 for the upcoming Combined Civil Services Prelims Examination. Candidates who are set to appear for the examination can now download their admit cards…
India Inc extends gender diversity push to temporary hiring for festive season
India Inc’s big gender diversity push is increasingly getting extended to temporary hiring during peak periods such as the festive season. Ecommerce, logistics, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, consumer durables, banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) are among a slew of sectors…
IIT Bombay placement: Rise in average salary but fewer students placed during IIT Bombay final placements
IIT Bombay has completed final placements with an average annual package of Rs 23.5 lakh, a 7.8% jump from last year’s average of Rs 21.8 lakh but fewer students compared to last year have landed jobs during the process, a…
ET World Leaders Forum: Govt is doing its job on skilling, now for industry to make it work,
The government has ramped up operations and infrastructure to meet global demand for skilled workers, said Atul Kumar Tiwari, secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). He said enhanced focus on skilling in the Union budget will give a…
We knew talent supply would need to be global to meet demand in the next decade: Maria Christopoulos Katris, founder, Built In
What started as a social networking experiment for startups in Chicago-the biggest city in the US Midwest-has since evolved into a global technology recruitment platform hosting about 132,000 live jobs currently. In an exclusive interview on the sidelines of the…
Big companies see shortage in skilled talent a risk to growth plans
Mumbai: Large Indian companies and conglomerates with ambitious expansion plans in new business areas are faced with an acute shortage of skilled talent, which could potentially delay projects and impact growth strategies, said top industry officials. India is projected to…
Indian CEOs highest among execs suffering from imposter syndrome
Mumbai: A rising number of corner-room occupants in India are feeling “overwhelmed”. According to a CEO survey conducted by global executive search and leadership consulting firm Korn Ferry, increasing pressure from company promoters and boards, heightened regulatory risks, constant scrutiny…
Bengaluru dominates the supply of active talent with skills in demand for BFSI GCCs: Careernet report
Bengaluru dominates the supply of active talent with skills in demand for BFSI GCCs, housing 35% of India’s BFSI GCCs and 26% of active jobseekers with skills in demand, a new report from talent solutions provider Careernet has revealed. Hyderabad…
ET Career Talks: Experts on the evolving MBA—shifting from prestige to purpose and practicality, a reality check
It’s fact well-known that most IITians, despite being fantastic engineers, end up earning an MBA degree because they feel that helps them get management positions or manage resources better. “In today’s world, the question which pops up is that you…
Not just techies, companies want C-suite leaders too to have AI skills
Bengaluru: As artificial intelligence becomes ubiquitous, companies are trying to ensure that their top leaders, not just operational employees, are skilled in the technology. Some of them are rolling out certification programmes with top universities like Massachusetts Institute of Technology…
73% of employers in India hired actively in June quarter: Survey
The first quarter of FY25 saw 73% of employers in India hire actively, according to Indeed Hiring Tracker, which covers trends in the white-collar job market. This was a 7% increase from the last quarter of the previous fiscal. Sales…
7 rare skills that guarantee lifelong earnings
These skills are indeed highly valuable and in-demand. Here’s how each can provide long-term benefits:
Teching India to the next level: As GCCs set up shop in India, here are the salary trends and jobs on offer
There is a growing trend of establishing global capability centres (GCCs) in tier-II cities such as Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Vadodara, indicating a geographical diversification of tech opportunities across the country, according to a new report. Skills that are seeing increasing…
IT jobs: Is the tide turning in IT hiring? Indeed thinks so
Tech hiring has been on a persistent “wait and watch” mode for months. Even Big Tech has rationalised the workforce. But the situation is not completely bleak. There is an ongoing need for updates, new features and security patches, and…
As AI’s power becomes evident, Indian companies join race for talent
As the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) becomes evident across industries, companies in India are rushing to recruit talent that can use its tools to boost business. The demand for AI experts, in particular at the mid to senior…
Bengaluru: 10 Japanese firms interact with Karnataka colleges to enable hiring of Indian talent
The Japan External Trade Organisation organised University Connect, an interactive event here to bring together Japanese businesses that are keen on hiring Indian talent and the best colleges of Karnataka. University Connect is a global campaign to connect with universities…
GCCs pay up to 20% more than IT companies: Study
Global capability centres (GCCs) are increasingly establishing a strong presence in India’s tech sector, extending their reach from tier-1 cities to tier-2 centres. Additionally, they are offering more substantial pay packages. GCCs are offering 12-20% higher compensation compared to traditional…
Tata Group to hire 4,000 women technicians from Uttarakhand for Tamil Nadu and Karnataka facilities
The Tata Group is set to recruit 4,000 women technicians from Uttarakhand for its components manufacturing and assembly plants located in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The recruitment drive will be conducted under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) and the…
IIMs shift focus to long-term employability from placements
Bengaluru: The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are shifting their focus from placements to enhancing students’ employability for the long run as the country’s premier business schools seek to make themselves future-ready. Increased interactions with recruiters/industry to gauge their requirements,…
Myth Debunking 101: You must meet every job requirement to apply for a job’
Job seekers skip many listings on employment portals because the mentioned requirements do not match their qualifications or experience to a tee. Even those early in their career journey give such advertisements a miss because of the notion that one…
Mission board: Women take new course of action to get ‘board-ready’
Breaking into India Inc’s predominantly male-dominated corporate boards remains a challenging task for a woman first-timer, but a growing number of such senior professionals are signing up for programmes to better their prospects. Academic institutions, consulting and search firms, as…
Work-life balance, fewer flexible work options pose challenge for women at job front
Fewer flexible work options, work-life balance and family responsibilities pose substantial challenges for women trying to re-enter the workforce and are the main reasons for quitting their jobs, according to a report. A survey by Naukri.com has revealed that work-life…
The Great CFO Shuffle: Top execs are playing financial musical chairs in India’s IT sector
The Indian IT sector has seen a wave of high-profile CFO transitions in the past year, with several executives moving between rival companies, underscoring the challenges of enforcing non-compete clauses in India. This trend is reshaping the leadership landscape in…
Task force on female workforce participation to submit its report in three months, says labour ministry
The task force on improving female workforce participation in India is expected to submit its final report within three months, the labour and employment ministry said on Friday. Labour and employment secretary Sumita Dawra chaired the 7th meeting of the…
An unfulfilled promise: Women’s safety at work continues to remain a concern
We continue to say that we are living in modern times where women finally have the agency to break the glass ceiling more easily and achieve their goals. However, the ground reality is a far cry from sunshine and rainbows….
Formal job creation under ESIC up 6.9% to 2.16 million in June: Payroll data
Formal job creation under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) went up by 6.9% to 2.16 million in June this year compared to 2.02 million in June 2023 while month-on-month the formal jobs created under ESIC were 6% lower when…
Attrition eases in India’s private sector banks
Bengaluru: Attrition in India’s private sector banks eased in FY24 after a surge in FY23, reflecting efforts by these financial institutions to retain and foster talent. Attrition rates spiralled to 31-51% in FY23, which had prompted Reserve Bank of India…
UP constables exam: 48 lakh applicants, 60,244 positions: UP Police Recruitment Board set to conduct its largest recruitment drive for constables
The UP Police Recruitment & Promotion Board is set to conduct its largest recruitment drive for constables, where 48 lakh applicants will compete for 60,244 positions, The Times of India has reported. The written re-examination is scheduled for August 23-25…
Sexual harassment complaints at companies see sharp rise
Mumbai: Sexual harassment complaints recorded across some of India’s largest companies showed a sharp increase in FY24, underscoring the rapid emergence of a culture of improving corporate disclosures. There has been a 40.4% increase in number of complaints of sexual…
1.92 million formal jobs created under EPFO in June: Payroll Data
Net formal job creation under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) stood at 1.92 million in June 2024 on the back of increased employment opportunities, a growing awareness of employee benefits, and the effectiveness of EPFO’s outreach programs, the ministry…
government jobs: Myth Debunking 101: You can’t switch jobs between private and government sectors
While switching jobs within a sector is common, many are usually reluctant to change jobs between government and private sectors because of differences in skills demands, culture and pathways to growth. There is some basis to this hesitancy but making…
Why professional success should not override personal milestones
The late Clayton Christensen, who was the Kim B. Clark Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, is known for his incisive work on strategy and his book “Innovator’s Dilemma”. Yet, it was his “How Will You Measure Your…
Big retailers Reliance to Titan slash jobs by 52,000 in FY24
Mumbai | New Delhi: About a dozen listed lifestyle, grocery retailers and quick-service restaurants (QSRs) reduced their employee count by nearly 26,000 in FY24, retreating from the hiring spree of the past two financial years after they slowed down store…
Cognizant responds to Rs 2.5 LPA salary backlash, claims details ‘grossly misrepresented’
Facing a significant backlash over reported salary offers to freshers, IT giant Cognizant issued a detailed statement on Sunday to clarify the situation. The company emphasized that the widely circulated ₹2.52 lakh annual salary offer was meant for non-engineering graduates…
Global capability centres score may go up in 2nd half of hiring game
Bengaluru: The captive service units of large multinational enterprises in India hired around 152,000 people in the first half of 2024, up 14% from the previous six months but 9% lower than a year earlier, a survey has found. More…
BHU UG 2024 round 1 seat allotment results to be announced today; check details
Today, August 17, the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) will announce the results of the first round of seat distribution for its undergraduate programs. Students who completed the counseling registration form can see the seat allocation results at bhucuet.samarth.edu.in, the official…
At a bunch of companies, white-collar jobs slip into the red
Kolkata: India Inc isn’t hiring as much as it used to. The pace of growth in net white collar employment has almost halved in 2023-24 from five years back. An ET study of the Sensex companies-30 in total-showed such jobs…
Proximity bias – A cognitive troublemaker in modern workspaces
Remote and hybrid work models have become common and some workplaces are even encouraging these to offer flexibility to employees. But managers and leaders in such setups are falling prey to a cognitive bias called proximity bias. It basically happens…
MCC NEET-UG counselling registration starts at mcc.nic.in. Check steps to register and other key details
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has now started the first round of counselling registrations for National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2024. The NEET UG counselling registrations will close on August 20, 2024. The counselling is being conducted…
Reliance Foundation scholarships for 2024-25: Up to Rs 6 lakh support for each student. How to apply, eligibility and last date
The Reliance Foundation has announced the start of the application process for its scholarship program for the academic year 2024-25. This initiative aims to identify, support, and mentor 5,100 outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate students across India. The Reliance Foundation Scholarships…
A career in social media looks promising: Here are the in-demand roles and skills
Over the last decade, the role of social media in our lives has seen a massive transformation. From facilitating casual interactions to becoming sources of instant news, entertainment, product discovery and promotion, social media performs many roles today. Plus, with…
71% of Gen Z professionals believe that moonlighting helps to boost skills and income: Survey
During the pandemic, moonlighting had become a hotly debated career topic. Some companies banned it but others are open to it, with certain guardrails around the kind of work being explored, the time spent, etc. Now that the forced work…
CEO club with ₹50 cr+ pay sees 2x addition
Bengaluru: The proportion of chief executives and managing directors at Nifty 50 companies earning more than Rs 50 crore in FY24 has doubled since FY19. One out of every five (22%) CEOs and MDs earned more than Rs 50 crore…
In a desk job? Try these 5 smart hacks to combat sedentary living – Get up and move around
Long hours at a desk can lead to a sedentary lifestyle and health issues. To stay active and boost your well-being, try incorporating these five simple strategies into your daily routine: During short breaks, make it a habit to get…
Headhunters may get to access independent directors’ databank
New Delhi: India is planning to open up its exhaustive records of more than 30,000 independent directors and aspirants to headhunters to make it easier for companies to hire such key personnel to their boards, Ajay Bhushan Prasad Pandey, chairman…
UPSC ESIC Nursing Officer Result 2024 declared: How to check and other details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of ESIC Nursing Officer 2024 exam. Those who participated in the written exam can now check their results on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in. UPSC conducted the exam to recruit…
Private bank CEOs get a small raise
Large private sector bank chiefs saw modest hikes in salaries in fiscal year 2024, indicating the tight watch by the Reserve Bank of India on CEO remuneration. HDFC Bank’s Sashidhar Jagdishan was the highest paid among bank CEOs who earned…
Machine learning opens a window for mid-career job opportunities
With more and more businesses across industries adopting automation and leveraging data to grow, a career in machine learning (ML) seems promising. Considered a division of artificial intelligence, this field has become an attractive career pathway not only for freshers…
India Inc goes all out to retain top talent amid rising attrition
New Delhi: Edelweiss Life Insurance maintains a “hate-to-lose” list of high-performing and high-potential employees. As a result, in an industry with a high voluntary attrition rate of about 40%, the company manages to retain 92% of high-potential employees, with 58%…
KCET Round 1 Mock Allotment 2024 Results declared. Check direct link, how to check & other details
The results of the Round 1 mock allotment results for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET 2024) has been released by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on its official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, today. Note that the mock allotment results reflect the choices…
temporary jobs: High festive sales pitch sets tempo for temp hiring; demand to surge 15-20% YoY
The upcoming festive season is sparking a burst of temporary hiring, with 600,000-700,000 jobs likely to be created across industries. Demand for temporary staff is surging 15-20% year-on-year, fuelled by an anticipated increase in consumer spending, resurgence in the rural…
AP ECET 2024 final phase seat allotment results out. How to check, direct link & important dates
The final phase seat allotment results for the Andhra Pradesh Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP ECET) 2024 counselling has been released by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The results are available on the official website, ecet-sche.aptonline.in….
jobs for freshers: ‘E-commerce sector to hire 10 lakh gig workers, 2.5 lakh contractual staff this festive season’
E-commerce sector is likely to hire 10 lakh gig workers and 2.5 lakh contractual staff during the upcoming festive season to cater to surge in demand, TeamLease Services said on Thursday. The e-commerce industry is poised for a 35 per…
Old is new at IIT-B: IIT Bombay students engineer a return to core career paths
In a significant shift back to traditional career paths, core engineering positions are witnessing a resurgence in demand among students at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay. According to the Senior Survey 2024 conducted by the IIT-B student newspaper,…
White collar job openings at India Inc shrink in July
MUMBAI: India’s white collar job market rolled back to the end of 2023 levels, bucking the trend of the first three months of 2024, with 260,000 active vacancies put out by companies across sectors in July, according to data from…
Only 16% of corporates believe graduates are industry-ready: Report
Even as 70 per cent of academic institutions believe their graduates are well-equipped for the corporate world, only 16 per cent of companies believe in the same, which showcases an existing gap between university curricula and industry expectations, a report…
Electronics, mechanical engineers see rise in demand driven by auto industry
Demand for professionals in electronics engineering and mechanical engineering is on the rise, especially led by the automotive industry that is experiencing significant changes with the move towards electric and autonomous vehicles reshaping industry dynamics, according to a report by…
Colleges, companies don’t agree on industry readiness of new graduates
Bengaluru: There’s a big disconnect between colleges and corporates on how ‘industry-ready’ students are when they start their first job, according to a report. Most colleges believe their new graduates are well-equipped for the corporate world from day one, while…
Do techies get Rs 25 lakh per annum salary after 3-5 years of experience? A debate is raging on Twitter.
How much salary do techies get in India these days? A debate on the topic has now been raging on the internet following a statement by a trader that a salary of Rs 25 lakh “is nothing these days.” “25…
India Post GDS Recruitment 2024: Today is the last date to apply. Check eligibility, salary, vaccancies, and other details
Today, August 5, is the final day to apply for India Post’s Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) recruitment. The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, had previously announced a recruitment drive for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Post Masters…
Record funding, policy support drive hiring boom in spacetech sector
Bengaluru: Indian startups building launch vehicles, satellites, as well as materials and systems for the space sector are charting big hiring plans as they accelerate expansion, propelled by a funding boom and enabling government policies. Companies such as Skyroot Aerospace,…
Delhi University new batch of UG to commence from August 29
The Delhi University on Saturday released the much awaited academic calendar for first year undergraduate students for the 2024-2025 session. The classes for the new batch will start from August 29, according to the schedule. The new session, which was…
Indian tech drives faster adoption of hybrid work mode
New Delhi: Hybrid and remote job openings continue to rise in the country, led by IT companies, about three years after India Inc reopened offices after Covid-induced lockdowns and work from home (WFH). Close to 20% of all job postings…
Bosses to become extinct; Everyone will work for themselves, predicts Naval Ravikant, an early investor in Twitter & Uber
In a thought-provoking discussion, renowned entrepreneur and investor Naval Ravikant shared his predictions on the future of work, emphasizing a shift towards self-employment driven by the information age. Ravikant, an early investor in Uber, Twitter, and Notion, is known for…
Task force in works to lay out road map for cos to hire interns
New Delhi: The government is likely to set up a task force under the corporate affairs ministry to firm up the contours of the proposed internship scheme and lay out a roadmap for top 500 companies to hire interns, a…
Hiring activity shows 12% increase in July: Naukri JobSpeak Index
White-collar hiring activity grew to 2877 points in July 2024, registering a 12% YoYincrease vs July 2023 and an 11% MoM sequential increase compared to June 2024, the latest edition the Naukri JobSpeak Index has revealed. Most sectors reported healthy…
CAT 2024 registration for admission in IIMs starts: Key dates, eligibility, how to apply, other important details
The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta has started the online registration process for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 today, August 1, 2024. Eligible candidates can register for the exam on the CAT 2024 student portal at iimcat.ac.in. CAT 2024…
Rs 1.20 crore package: NIT Rourkela students receive over 1,300 job offers
The class of 2024 at the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela has secured an average pay packet of Rs 12.89 lakh per annum (lpa), with students of its flagship B Tech programme bagging an average salary of Rs 14.05 lpa….
Puja khedkar controversy: Puja Khedkar’s UPSC candidature cancelled, commission permanently debars her from all future exams & selections
The Union Public Service Commission has cancelled the provisional candidature of controversy-struck Puja Khedkar after the commission found her guilty of violating CSE-2022 rules, a government press release said on Wednesday. “The UPSC has examined the available records carefully and…
40% of Indian women face workplace bias, insensitive behaviour: Report
A survey by professional services firm Aon has found that four in 10 working women in India faced bias or potential bias at the workplace and almost the same number experienced insensitive behaviour.The survey, Aon 2024 Voice of Women Study…
Govt portal shows 2 m active vacancies
The National Career Service (NCS) portal of the labour and employment ministry recorded about two million active vacancies on Tuesday, with the highest number of vacancies in finance and insurance, operations and support, and manufacturing, among others, the ministry said….
UPSC Engineering Service Mains Exam 2024 results declared – Steps to download and other details
On July 30, 2024, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the Engineering Service Mains Exam 2024 results on upsc.gov.in. The commission has created a PDF selection list with the chosen candidates’ roll numbers for the following round. Steps to…
NEET-UG counselling: NEET-UG 2024: Counselling to start from August 14
The counselling for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2024 will start from August 14, according to an MCC notice issued on Monday. However the registration for the process of counselling is likely to start from the first…
CUET-UG Counselling 2024: Complete admission process, fees, documents, cut-off, and everything else you should know
The Common University Cum Entrance Test (CUET) results for undergraduate courses were made public by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday. Universities and colleges will shortly announce the dates of the counseling session and the outcomes of the seat…
Telecom sector salary hikes for FY25 slip to 9%
Mumbai: Salary hikes in the broad telecom sector are estimated to have tapered down to an average 9% for fiscal 2025, as a talent war that drove up increments to a record high two years ago has ended and demand…