Category: Education

Product management — the development, life cycle, and success of a product from concept to market and beyond — is poised for a dramatic evolution due to emerging technologies. Product managers (PMs) are also contending with increasingly complex user behaviors and business needs. Recommended by Top Professionals Offering College Course Website Indian School of Business…

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday unveiled a new application portal for registration and filling up of application form online. All applicants are required to fill up the application and upload their documents in the newly introduced portal afresh by using the website https://upsconline.nic.in, a statement issued by the UPSC said. The old…

The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET), now officially known as TS EAPCET, has announced its results for 2025. The scorecards were released online on Sunday. Where to Check TS EAMCET Result 2025 Candidates can now download their rank cards from the official website: eapcet.tgche.ac.in. Make sure to have your…

Women, comprising only a quarter of the workforce, account for over half of mental health consultations, finds a new survey. Their usage rate (11.88%) is nearly three times higher than that of men (4.24%), demonstrating greater willingness among women to seek support, according to the Wellbeing Index at India Inc report by ekincare, an AI-powered…

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education is likely to announce will announce the results of the Maharashtra SSC 2025 exam on May 13. Candidates who attempted Class 10 or SSC examination can check the results on the official websites – mahresult.nic.in, sscresult.mkcl.org and sscresult.mahahsscboard.in. The MSBSHSE Class 10 results will be…

The Central Apprenticeship Council (CAC) chaired by Union Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Jayant Chaudhary on Monday decided to increase the minimum monthly stipend payable to apprentices under two schemes, from Rs 5,000-Rs 9,000 across five bands at present to Rs 6,800-Rs 12,300 once the proposed hike is notified. The revision of apprentice stipends is…

India’s semiconductor design Global Capability Centers (GCCs) witnessed a 15 per cent decline in job openings in 2024-25, mainly due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and global supply chain disruptions, according to a report. The report by talent solutions provider Careernet revealed open positions peaked in May 2024 with 3,760 jobs before gradually tapering off to…

Mumbai: With rising cost-of-living pressures and evolving workforce expectations, a report has revealed shifting priorities with 74 per cent of respondents saying they prefer a slightly lower salary with stronger long-term benefits. Around 74 per cent of employees interviewed stated that they would choose a slightly lower salary in exchange for stronger long-term benefits such…

The Board of Secondary Education Haryana is likely to declare the results of Class 10 and Class 12 Board examinations 2025 soon. Students to attempted he board exams can check and download their marks car from the official website at bseh.org.in. They will need to enter details like their roll number in the space provided…

Udayan Dutt, former vice-president of human resources for global finance, IT & digitisation, legal and transformation at British multinational consumer goods company Reckitt Benckiser is set to join Mumbai-based business conglomerate RPG Group as president-group HR. Dutt, whose LinkedIn profile reflects that he exited from Reckitt Benckiser in March 2025, will succeed S Venkatesh who…

Formal job creation under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) went up 5.79% month-on-month in March to 1.63 million compared to 1.54 million in the previous month, showed the provisional payroll data released by the labour and employment ministry on Friday. As per the data, around 31,514 establishments were added to the ESIC in March,…

A large number of job seekers attend interviews without preparation and fail to unlock their true potential, said a report on Friday. It said only 32 per cent of job seekers consider themselves prepared for interviews, reflecting their limited confidence while facing hiring managers. “Despite the vast opportunities in the Indian job market – with…

Raising concerns about the efficacy of corporate skilling programs in keeping up with a rapidly evolving workplace, a new report by upGrad Enterprise, the corporate skilling division of learning company upGrad, has found that 75% of Indian employees only engage in training when it is made mandatory. The report, Skilling Smarter: A Strategic Guide to…

Mumbai, As the workplace continues to evolve with automation, GenAI, and changing expectations, a Deloitte survey on Thursday revealed that career progression and learning opportunities are among the top factors driving job decisions of India’s young workforce. “India’s Gen Zs and millennials are not just adapting to the future of work, they’re shaping it. With…

Even though 67 per cent of professionals interviewed are open to new opportunities, they do not know what job titles or industries to search for, a report said on Wednesday. According to research by professional network LinkedIn, 65 per cent of professionals stated they can explain their career goals to a friend but don’t know…

The Centre on Wednesday sought applications for the post of the chief information commissioner in the transparency watchdog, CIC. The Central Information Commission (CIC), mandated to decide appeals and complaints under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, is headed by a chief information commissioner and can have a maximum of 10 information commissioners (ICs). At…

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has announced the results for the Maharashtra Board SSC Class 10th examinations on May 13, 2025. However, students who appeared for the exams can check their results on the official website, mahresult.nic.in from 1 PM. Out of the 16.1 lakh students, the SSC 2025 exams,…

In today’s hyper-competitive business environment, the need for strategic, data-informed, and technology-integrated marketing leadership has never been greater. According to PwC’s 27th Annual Global CEO Survey 2024, 70% of Indian CEOs believe that Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) will transform value creation within the next three years—particularly in areas such as personalised marketing, enhanced customer experience,…

Workforce gender gap begins early in India with women holding just one in three entry-level private sector roles and only 24 per cent of managerial positions, a report said on Wednesday. In India, despite forming half of the university graduate pool, women continue to face systemic barriers to entry, advancement, and retention in formal employment,…

NEW DELHI: Employees are mapping growth trajectories by the stars in a volatile job market rife with layoffs, hiring slowdowns and new work models. Whether they are disgruntled with performance appraisals, or anticipating the next one, laid off, or just trying to figure out how they can align with bosses and peers — professionals are…

India’s IT sector has more than doubled its exports in the last decade—from $82 billion to over $210 billion—and its top executives now draw multi-crore salaries. But for most entry-level engineers joining from non-premium colleges, starting salaries have stayed nearly the same at ₹3–4 lakh per annum. Despite rising living costs, urban inflation, and expanding…

Online upskilling courses offered by premier institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) and Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) are witnessing a steady surge in enrolments, especially among early-career professionals aiming to stay relevant in today’s dynamic job market. According to Technopak Advisors’ report ‘Online Higher Education, Certification and Upskilling Market in India,’ nearly…

MUMBAI: Days before joining as the chief operating officer (COO) of a leading automotive company, a seasoned executive backed out. In his early 50s, the executive had built a reputation for steady leadership with sharp execution capabilities, and being an able team leader. “It seems he chose another opportunity—one with better pay, a more flexible…

India’s top IT firms have reported significant increases in median employee salaries with increases varying from 12% to 37% since FY21, though the pace of growth appears to be moderating, The Times of India reported. The median salaries at Infosys and Wipro have jumped by 30% over the past three years, rising from around Rs…

Blue-collar wages are now growing at an annual rate of 5-6 per cent, with many companies offering performance-based incentives to attract and retain skilled talent, according to a report on Thursday. The report titled ‘Blue-Collar workforce trends 2025’ by Deloitte said the hiring intent for blue-collar roles rose 10 per cent in 2025, reflecting a…

Sample this. In a boardroom not far from the servers running your firm’s artificial intelligence (AI) models, a new generation of business leaders is emerging—one who not only reads the quarterly report but also interprets what machine learning (ML) forecasts for the next quarter. Meanwhile, in a high-stakes strategy meeting, while one executive scan financial…

New Delhi: Despite global uncertainty and a cautious job market, demand for consultants and project-based talent rose 38% in FY25, outpacing an average growth of 17% in the two years prior, shows data from white-collar gig platform Flexing It. Traditionally services-led, the freelance economy is now seeing industrial and manufacturing emerge among the top-three hiring…

Where do you see yourself in five years?” Once a common interview question, it is, increasingly, a meaningless one — such is the speed of technological change. Most staffing specialists and headhunters say it’s almost impossible to predict what the job market would look like in five years. TOI spoke to experts across sectors to…

Bengaluru: India’s blue-collar sector is facing a talent and skills shortage, with attrition levels of 5-7%, workbench levels of 3% and frequent absenteeism, according to Deloitte’s Blue Collar Workforce Trends 2025 report. Attrition levels have nearly doubled from around 2-3% about three-four years ago, on the back of increased industrial activity, setting up of new…

Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad girt Ishani Debnath made history by scoring a perfect score of 500 in CBSE grade XII examinations this year, emerging as the CBSE India Topper and the CBSE Worldwide Topper in the Grade XII Humanities stream. Out of the 16.92 lakh students who appeared for the, she is the only candidate to achieve…

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday said that it neither announces any merit list in Class 10 and 12 board exam results nor divisions are awarded to students to avoid any unhealthy competition. The results for the Class 10 and 12 exams of the board were announced on Tuesday. While over 93…

A growing number of Indian accountants are looking beyond traditional corporate roles, with 63% now aspiring to become entrepreneurs, according to ACCA’s Global Talent Trends Survey 2025. The latest edition of the annual survey – one of the largest in the accounting profession – covered over 10,000 individuals across 175 countries, including India, and highlights…

AP EAMCET Hall Ticket has been released by the concerned authority on Monday, May 12, 2025. AP EAMCET Hall Ticket can be downloaded from the official website, cet.apsche.ap.gov.in. To download the AP EAMCET Admit Card, students must login through their credentials. Candidates need to enter their registration number or payment reference ID, qualifying examination hall…

The CBSE Class 10 and 12 board results for 2025 are likely to be announced between 13 May and 15 May. Over 44 lakh students across India are waiting for their results. To make the process easier and digital, CBSE has made the results available through several online platforms, one of the most convenient being…

Mumbai: India Inc is increasingly hiring senior lawyers from top law firms to lead in-house legal teams, as regulatory pressures and business risks grow more complex.This trend signals a shift in corporate priorities, with companies seeking leaders who bring not only deep legal expertise but also a strong command over strategy, risk management, and business…

Telangana State Entrance Test results for 2025 were declared on Sunday. The TS EAPCET 2025 Rank Cards are available online on the official website. eapcet.tgche.ac.in.Students have to provide their registration number, hall ticket number, and date of birth on the result portal. Here is the list of toppers. Engineering stream Rank 1: Palla Bharath Chandra;…

Companies are urging employees to postpone non-essential business travel and work from home in key cities and border towns, amid the escalating conflict with Pakistan. They are also advising them to be alert to phishing and misinformation attempts by elements who may use the opportunity to spread panic or extract sensitive information.Voltas and Ikea have…

The Indian talent market is of significant strategic importance in terms of future growth opportunities, said Jordan L Brugg, Chief Executive Officer at global executive search and leadership advisory firm Spencer Stuart.“We have a strategic focus on the India market…The future is really bright from a talent pool perspective as far as India is concerned,”…

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges has postponed the COMEDK 2025 exam, scheduled to be held on May 10, has been rescheduled for certain cities as per the directives issued by government officials as part of Operation Sindoor. The COMEDK exam for such candidates will be conducted on an alternate date. The new…

New Delhi: The government is looking to appoint as many as 208 independent directors urgently to the boards of central public sector enterprises (CPSEs) in one of the biggest drives to fill up vacancies, people aware of the details told ET. The tenure of eligible existing independent directors could also be extended, they added.CPSEs have…

The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) is set to declare the WB Board Class 12 Result 2025 on May 7 at 12:30 PM. However, the direct link to access the result will go live at 2 PM. The board has officially confirmed the date and time for the WBCHSE HS Result 2025….

New Delhi: Just one in 10 employees (10.2%) feels they are truly recognised in inclusive workplace environments, despite rising corporate focus on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), according to a new report by employee engagement platform CultureMonkey.The report, based on feedback from more than 10,000 employees across the US, Europe, India and the rest of…

The first-quarter report of the ET Snapchat Gen Z Index reveals how India’s young professionals are reshaping their career preferences. Unlike previous generations, salary remains important, but work-life balance and flexibility have emerged as top priorities for Gen Z. These findings, powered by Kantar, suggest that today’s youth expect work to complement their lives, rather…

By 2029, professionals working in key tech roles could save nearly half a day a week by augmenting and automating key tasks with technology, according to new research from global learning platform Pearson.Pearson’s latest Skills Outlook: Solving the Tech Talent Gap from Within – shows how businesses can unlock trapped value by automating and augmenting…

Madhya Pradesh Board announced Class 10 and 12 results for 2025 on May 6. Students can access scores on mpresults.nic.in and mpbse.nic.in. The MPBSE mobile app also provides result access. The exams occurred from February 25 to March 25, 2025. Last year’s Class 12 pass percentages across streams are also available. Check your results now

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to postpone the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate programmes (CUET-UG) 2025, which was scheduled to begin on May 8, according to official sources. While an official announcement is awaited, the decision is reportedly being considered due to logistical challenges. CUET-UG 2025 was initially scheduled to be held…

Hiring by India’s startups rose 32% in April from a year earlier, with an increasing emphasis on recruiting experienced professionals, according to a report, indicating the changing priorities of a maturing ecosystem towards innovation-led scaling, sustainable growth and governance from the sole focus on business expansion.The overall white-collar job market also remained strong, posting 18%…

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board is set to announce the results for the Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET) 2025 on May 5. Candidates who participated in the examination can check their results on the official website, gseb.org.The GUJCET was conducted from March 23, 2025, to March 23, 2025, across various exam centers…

Medical entrance exam NEET-UG was held at more than 5,400 centres around the country amid strict monitoring and security measures on Sunday, officials said. More than 22.7 lakh candidates had registered for the test. The official attendance data will be available in a few hours. Mock drills were held at all National Eligibility cum Entrance…

The Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) has officially announced the results of the VIT Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE) 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now access their results by logging in with their application number and password on the official admission portal — [viteee.vit.ac.in](https://viteee.vit.ac.in). The result link is currently active on the website.The…

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is preparing to announce the results for the SSLC examinations of 2025. Once the results are declared, candidates who participated in the examination can access their scores on the official website, karresults.nic.in.Results were previously announced on May 9. The KSEAB SSLC examinations took place from March 21…

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is preparing to announce the results for the SSLC examinations of 2025. Once the results are declared, candidates who participated in the examination can access their scores on the official website, karresults.nic.in.Results were previously announced on May 9. The KSEAB SSLC examinations took place from March 21…

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education is set to announce the MP Board Result 2025 for Class 10 and Class 12 examinations in May 2025. Students who participated in the exams can check their results on the official websites, mpbse.nic.in and mpresults.nic.in.This year, the examinations were conducted from February 27 to March 21 at…

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board is preparing to announce the Gujarat Board SSC Result 2025 in the second week of May. Candidates who participated in the examinations can check their results on the official website, gseb.org.The results are expected to follow a similar timeline as last year, when they were declared on…

Incoming CEOs are actively negotiating job contracts to secure their interests, as a growing perform-or-perish culture raises the stakes for India Inc’s top leadership.CEOs—who earlier relied on good faith negotiations with potential employers—are taking a cautious stance amid a sudden surge in corner room exits and increased regulatory scrutiny. More CEOs are reaching out directly,…

Reversing the sluggish momentum in March, India’s white-collar job market got off to a promising start in FY26, with the Naukri JobSpeak Index registering 2,878 points in April, marking a 9% year-on-year increase.The data signals a broad-based revival across sectors and markets, with traditional as well as emerging industries showing renewed hiring intent. Core sectors…

New Delhi: Long seen as the traditional pipeline to the corner office, an IIT or IIM degree is fast losing its dominance in shaping India’s corporate leadership.A study of business leaders’ education reveals that only about 23% of CEOs and MDs of BSE 200 companies are from IITs or IIMs. This compares with about 15…

Contractual male employees get 4.4% more pay than women at entry-level positions in technology global capability centers (GCCs) in India, widening to 6% and 16.3% at mid and senior-level roles respectively, showed a study by TeamLease Digital, a specialised staffing firm.GCCs, however, improved their gender diversity ratio, particularly in mid and senior levels. It rose…

India Inc saw a 9.5% year-on-year growth in top leadership hiring in FY25 – compared to an 8.1% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between FY21 and FY25 — as companies sought out chief executives (CEOs), chief operating officers (COOs) and business heads to steer the ship.Overall leadership appointments saw a 5% year-on-year jump to 988…

New Delhi: As much as 82% of Indian employers actively recruited technology talent and freshers in the March quarter as they sought to fill new positions, especially in data analytics, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and software development. Overall hiring rose by 3% sequentially last quarter, showed the findings of a survey by Indeed, a global job search…

As digital globalization reshapes the world of work, professionals are expected not only to lead transformation within their organizations but also to align with international business standards. According to LinkedIn’s Workplace Learning Report 2024, 94% of companies that took part in the survey said they plan to enhance employees’ skills that year.1The question is clear:…

The Ministry of Education is holding a series of meetings with district magistrates and superintendents of police from all states and union territories to ensure there are no lapses in the upcoming medical entrance exam NEET-UG, sources said on Monday. The crucial exam is scheduled on May 4. It will be conducted in more than…

After Covid introduced us to the practice of work from home, the Central government is working on the innovative idea of ‘job at your home town’. If the initiative succeeds, first-time job seekers may no longer need to leave their native places or migrate to other cities for employment. The Ministry of Labour and Employment…

Neurodiversity hiring, which involves bringing in people with conditions such as autism, dyslexia and ADHD to the workforce, has hit a speedbump as businesses embrace artificial intelligence and automation.Repetitive and pattern-based tasks, such as manual testing and data entry that are seen as suitable for neurodiverse persons, are among the ones that AI is replacing…

All recently selected civil service candidates have to be mindful that their social media posts reflect on the service and they reject all forms of inducement such as gifts, hospitality, and free publicity, official guidelines issued on Friday stipulated. Civil servants are the public face of the state and their conduct is under constant public…

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit card for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2025. Candidates who have registered can now download their hall tickets from the official website, exams.nta.ac.in/NCET, by entering their application number and date of birth. When Is the Exam? The NCET 2025 exam will be held on 29…

There is no hiding the fact that most of the most Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India face significant challenges in recruitment due to shifts in the talent landscape. Over the past decade, the demand for specialized skills in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data analytics, digital transformation, and cybersecurity has…

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) released the Class 10 and 12 results today, April 25, 2025, at 12:30 PM. With over 54 lakh students awaiting their marksheets, the official websites are expected to experience heavy traffic, potentially causing temporary slowdowns or outages. The UP Board conducted the Class 10 (high school) and Class…

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has officially announced that the results for the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams for the academic year 2024–25 will be declared on April 25, 2025, at 12:30 PM. As per a notification from the Office of the Secretary, UPMSP, the results will be released from the…

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced that the online application process for admission to Class 11 for the academic session 2025–27 will begin on April 24, 2025. Students who wish to take admission in Arts, Science, or Commerce streams can apply through the Online Facilitation System for Students (OFSS) portal at ofssbihar.in. The…

Formal job creation could hit a record high in 2024-25, suggesting robust hiring amid strong economic growth in the country. The cumulative net formal jobs created in the first 11 months of the year hit 13.22 million, higher than 13.14 million added in the entire 2023-24, provisional Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) data showed. At…

The share of Gen Z employees in India’s Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector has nearly doubled in two years, increasing from 12% in 2023 to 23% in 2025. This is according to a new report released by Great Place To Work India. The report highlights how workforce demographics, technological adoption, and workplace culture…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly reshaping the country’s job market and a significant percentage of employers intend to hire freshers with varied AI-related roles in the first half of this year, a report said on Tuesday. According to TeamLease EdTech’s recent Career Outlook Report 2025, over 74 per cent of employers in the country intend…

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on Tuesday announced internship opportunities for 500 students from its partner institutions in the field of standardisation. The announcement was made at the Annual Convention of BIS Standardisation Chairs and Nodal Faculty of MoU Partner Institutions held recently. According to an official statement, the internships will be offered to students…

A recent Sebi circular mandating a higher reporting structure for company secretaries and chief compliance officers (CCOs) has sparked debate. While compliance heads welcome the move, listed companies fear potential disruptions to internal hierarchies and pay scales. Some CCOs are seeking parity with CFOs, prompting calls for clarification from the market regulator regarding the circular’s…

Ahead of the high stakes NEET-UG 2025 examination on May 4, the Centre is front driving with a series of steps from setting up test centres at “secure” locations to deploying state government machinery to every test centre, bringing in additional virtual observers, AI surveillance and more to prevent a recurrence of the exam leak…

Bengaluru: CEO departures have picked up pace across India Inc in 2025, with 41 corner room checkouts at NSE-listed companies in the March quarter, compared with 23 in the year-ago quarter. In the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, market volatility and accelerating pace of technological and regulatory changes, Corporate India saw a total of 141 managing…

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has decided to implement Aadhaar-based biometric authentication in its all forthcoming examinations in order to verify candidates’ identity on a voluntary basis, officials said on Sunday. They said the new measure will come into force for recruitment tests conducted from next month onwards. The SSC is one of the largest…

Students across the nation wait eagerly for the results of CBSE class 10 and 12 examination. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release results between May 1 and 10, marking an earlier declaration than in previous years, when results were announced around May 13, 2024. The early release is to help…

The Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) has officially declared the results for the UK Board 10th and 12th exams for 2025. Students can access their results on the official UBSE website at ubse.uk.gov.in or uaresults.nic.in. Along with the results, the UBSE has also shared details of the UK Board Topper List for 2025, including…

India Inc is investing in hiring AI talent in an otherwise sluggish job market. Companies like Accenture, EY, NTT Data, and InvestorAi are looking to bolster their teams across levels, hiring professionals skilled in Agentic AI, foundation models, modern data concepts, responsible AI frameworks, and data science, driven by the need to harness AI to…

TS Inter Result 2025 tsbie.gov.in: The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TSBIE) is expected to announce the results for the Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2025 for both 1st and 2nd year students soon. Although the official date has not been confirmed yet, based on past trends, the results may be declared by the end…

The Gig Workers Association (GigWA) has written to ride sharing company BluSmart seeking immediate compensation equivalent to three months’ income to all affected drivers following the abrupt suspension of operations by the Gurgaon-based company. This, it said, will ensure financial stability to its platform workers during this period of uncertainty. “This unexpected halt has left…

HR leaders in India rank improving people managers’ skills and designing talent processes around skills as their top priorities for 2025, with workforce planning and AI-driven automation also emerging as key focus areas, found the Global Talent Trends Report by Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan. As businesses adapt to rapid technological advancements and shifting…

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the online application process for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2025. The exam serves as a qualifying benchmark for determining the eligibility of Indian candidates for the post of Assistant Professor, and for the award of the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), as well…

Workplace social networks are not just ‘nice to have’ but a crucial business advantage that drives satisfaction, collaboration, productivity and long-term success, finds a report by food and facility management services provider Compass Group India, in collaboration with Mintel. Organisations must rethink workplace culture in today’s competitive landscape, where building high-performing teams, winning the war…

India’s healthcare sector saw a shift in 2023-24 with fewer job postings but a surge in applications, according to a new report by WorkIndia, a recruitment platform for blue and grey-collar workers. Job postings in the healthcare sector declined 6.2%, yet job applications jumped 32.6% during the financial year, suggesting increased competition for fewer roles….

The National Testing Agency faces fresh wave of problems as experts and students flag serious errors in JEE Main papers of April 2025. Students from Kota have flagged at least nine disputed questions in physics, chemistry and mathematics papers following the release of answer keys, question papers and recorded responses. Expert reviews from leading institutes…

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) promoted more than 1.1 lakh employees in FY25, even as the company postponed its regular annual increment cycle, which typically takes place in April. Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Milind Lakkad said that the promotions were part of the company’s efforts to manage growth and backfill attrition. TCS…

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has deemed a result notification that went viral on social media claiming that the results of Class 10 and 12 board exams would be declared on April 15 as false. The UP board exam result date will be notified officially, once confirmed. Over 27.32 lakh students appeared for…

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has completed the evaluation of the answer sheets for this year’s board exams which were scheduled from February 24 to March 12, 2025 across 261 centers in the state. The board will declare the Class 10 and Class 12 results soon. Based on previous years, the results are…

The Kerala Commissioner for Entrance Examinations released the admit cards for the Kerala Engineering, Architecture, and Medical Entrance Examination (KEAM) on April 13, 2025. Candidates appearing for the KEAM 2025 exams for engineering and pharmacy programs can download their hall tickets from the official CEE Kerala website at cee.kerala.gov.in. The Engineering Entrance Examination is set…

The hiring outlook for this financial year remained positive as 45 per cent of employers interviewed said they plan to hire for new permanent positions, a report said on Saturday. A significant 45 per cent of employers plan to hire for new permanent positions, while 13 per cent plan to replace manpower in their existing…

Manabadi Inter Result 2025 Out: The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh has announced the AP Inter 2025 Result today at 11 AM. Candidates who appeared for the examination can check their results on the official website bieap.gov.in and resultsbie.ap.gov.in. For this academic session, the AP Inter 2025 was conducted from March 1 to March…

SASSEB HSLC 2025: The Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) has announced the results for the Assam HSLC (Class 10) exams 2025. Along with the results, the list of toppers has also been revealed. Here’s all you need to know about the Assam HSLC Topper List and the grading criteria for the exams. Assam HSLC…

The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh is all set to announce the AP Inter result 2025 soon. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now check their results on the official website bieap.gov.in. or resultsbie.ap.gov.in. For this academic session, the AP Inter result 2025 was conducted from March 3 to March 20 at various…

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, will decide when to give wage hikes during the year, as per its senior management. TCS reported a 1.7% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 12,224 crore for the quarter ended March 2025, compared to Rs 12,434 crore in the same period last year….

The Indian job market has shown resilience despite global uncertainties, with strong hiring across multiple industries, as the country’s strength lies in deep technical expertise, cost efficiency, and a rapidly upskilling workforce, a top official of global recruitment firm Michael Page India has said. While economic slowdowns in certain regions have led to cautious hiring,…

Unemployment rate among persons of 15 years or above slipped to 4.9 per cent in calendar year 2024 from 5 per cent in the previous year, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released on Wednesday. In rural areas, there is a marginal decline in overall unemployment (4.3 per cent to 4.2 per cent),…

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is likely to announce the CSIR UGC NET Result 2024 soon. After the announcement of the result, candidates who appeared for the examination can now check their results on the official website csirnet.nta.ac.in. The CSIR UGC NET Result was conducted in December 2024 at various exam centers…

Despite market volatility, the median compensation for non-promoter chief executive officers (CEOs) in India in 2025 has touched Rs 10 crore, marking a 13% increase from the previous year, according to Deloitte India’s latest Executive Performance and Rewards Survey. Only 40% of a CEO’s compensation is fixed, while the remaining 60% is performance-linked, with short-term…

Workforce engagement in India declined to 19% in 2025, down from 24% in 2024, according to the second study in ADP Research’s refreshed “People at Work 2025” report series. This five-percentage-point decrease marks the steepest decline globally, contrasting sharply with sustained growth in global engagement. Rahul Goyal, Managing Director of ADP India and Southeast Asia,…

The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) announced the class 10 board exam results on Monday. Students who appeared for the Goa Board class 10 examinations can download their marks card from the official website, gbshse.in. Direct link to download GBSHSE Goa Board Class 10th result GBSHSE Goa Board Class 10 Result:…

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is likely to announce the Karnataka PUC 2 Result 2025 Result this week. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now check their results on the official website karresults.nic.in and kseab.karnataka.gov.in For this academic session, the Karnataka PUC 2 Result was conducted from March 1 to March…

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the admit card for the Karnataka Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET), popularly known as KCET 2025. Registered candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official website — cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. To access the admit card, candidates must log in using their registration number or login ID and password….

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has notified a new regulation to streamline the recognition and grant of equivalence degrees to academic qualifications obtained from foreign educational institutions. The move comes amid a growing number of Indian students returning from abroad with international credentials, often facing delays and uncertainty in getting their degrees recognised either for…

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI PO Prelims Result 2025 on 5 April 2025. Candidates who took the exam on 8, 16, and 24 March 2025 can now check their results online. To see their scores, they need to enter their Registration or Roll Number and Password or Date of Birth…

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is gearing up to announce the results for the 2nd Pre-University Course (PUC) exams for the year 2025. While the official date and time are yet to be confirmed, the results are expected to be released shortly, with mid-April being the anticipated timeline based on past trends….

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has announced the Class 8 Result 2025 today, 4 April. Students who took the exam can now check their results on the official website pseb.ac.in. To view their marks, students will need to enter their roll number and name in the result section. Please note, the scorecard available online…

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to release the admit cards for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (1), 2025, soon. Once available, candidates can download their hall tickets from UPSC’s official website, upsc.gov.in, as well as upsconline.gov.in. The NDA exam is scheduled for April 13, 2025, offering vacancies…

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued the admit cards for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (1), 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from UPSC’s official websites, upsc.gov.in and upsconline.gov.in, once they are available. UPSC NDA Admit Card 2025: Steps to Download the hall ticket Candidates can follow…

Public procurement platform GeM has facilitated the hiring of over one million manpower resources by government organisations during 2024-25, an official statement said. Manpower outsourcing of GeM (Government e-marketplace) provides government buyers with a seamless solution to hire outsourced resources. Over 33,000 service providers on the platform enable buyers to engage manpower based on diverse…

Hiring activity in India’s white-collar job market remained stable in March despite disruptions from two extended holiday weekends for Holi and Eid. According to the job platform Naukri Jobspeak’s latest report, the index stood at 2,618, only marginally lower than the 2,657 recorded a year ago. While most sectors hovered near last year’s hiring levels,…

New Delhi: The government is looking to tweak the proposed employment-linked schemes to foolproof them from misuse and diversion of funds in the name of employment generation, people familiar with the matter said. The Cabinet returned the note moved by the labour and employment ministry seeking tweaks to the proposed design of the three employment-linked…

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the admit card for the Junior Associates Mains Exam 2025 on April 1, 2025. Candidates who qualified for the exam can now download their hall tickets from the official SBI website by entering their Registration Number and Password. Candidates can click here to download the admit card…

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced major updates to the syllabus for the 2025-26 academic session, designed to foster a more dynamic and future-ready learning environment. The revised curriculum, now available to all affiliated schools, provides a comprehensive framework for academic instruction from Classes IX to XII. It includes subject syllabi, examination…

In today’s fast-paced job market, switching jobs is often seen as the quickest path to career growth. However, staying in your current role can sometimes be the smarter move. Before making a change, it’s important to evaluate whether your current job offers long-term benefits. Here are four signs that staying put might be the right…

BSEB Class 10 Result 2025: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced the Class 10 Result 2025 today, March 29, at 12 PM. Students can check their results on the official website, secondary.biharboardonline.com. The exams took place from February 17 to 25, 2025, with two shifts per day, beginning with a language paper and…

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has declared the Class 10 Matric Result 2025 today. Along with the results, the board has also released the list of top-performing students across the state. The Bihar state government will honor these students with monetary rewards and awards in a public ceremony. This year, three students have scored…

At a time when tech companies are laying off employees and jobs are disappearing, in part due to deployment of artificial intelligence (AI), some job profiles related to the emerging technology are attracting multiple offers from potential employers. Experts at BCG, Everest Group and Adecco told ET that profiles like prompt engineer, AI ethicist, AI…

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) on Saturday declared the results for the Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/Industrial Training Level). Candidates who attempted the exam can check their marks and rank list on the official website of TNPSC at www.tnpsc.gov.in. How to Check TNPSC Result 2025 Candidates can follow the steps below to check…

Women’s participation in employment and related activities increased to 25% in 2024 from 21.8% in 2019, according to a government report released on Friday. The male participation rate, for those aged 15-59, also rose to 75% from 70.9% in the same period. Overall, 49.9% people were engaged in employment-related activities in 2024, up from 46.4%…

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the results for the SBI Clerk Prelims 2025. Candidates who took the Junior Associate preliminary exam can now view their results on the official website, sbi.co.in. According to the official notification, the SBI Clerk Mains exam is set to take place on April 10, 2025. Candidates who…

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) announced on Thursday that the CA Final exams will now be conducted three times a year instead of the existing twice-a-year schedule. This change will take effect from 2025, aligning the exam frequency with that of the CA Intermediate and Foundation courses. Last year, ICAI introduced a…

The GBSHSE officially declared the Goa HSSC 2025 results on 27th March at 5 PM. The announcement took place in the conference hall on the second floor of the board’s headquarters in Porvorim. This year’s exams were conducted across 20 centres, with 17,686 regular candidates appearing. Of these, 9,224 were girls and 8,462 were boys….

In India’s most advanced cities, American companies are racing to set up more and bigger offshore campuses: fully staffed offices with high-skilled Indian professionals, performing functions vital to global business. The concentration is most stark in bits of Bengaluru. Apul Nahata of RapidAI, a Silicon Valley-based medical technology company that uses artificial intelligence to interpret…

New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai has achieved 100% placements for the class of 2025 with the overall number of job offers seeing a jump of over 10% compared to the previous year. A total of 198 companies participated in the placement process, the institute said in a release. The top 10%…

Women’s representation declines significantly at higher leadership levels as on average only around 19 per cent hold C-suite positions, says a report by TeamLease. The report highlighted that while 46 per cent of entry-level positions are occupied by women, their representation drops significantly at higher levels. It said,”Women’s representation declines significantly at higher leadership levels….

Employment opportunities in modern sales channels like telecalling and business development increased by 34 per cent in 2024 as India’s sales job market undergoes transformation, a report said on Tuesday. The sales industry, which is witnessing expansion, with overall job postings saw a 17 per cent growth in 2024 compared to 2023, however, companies are…

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is all set to declare the Intermediate Annual Examination 2025 results today, 25 March 2025, at 1:15 PM. The announcement will be made by Sunil Kumar, the Education Minister of Bihar, as confirmed by Anand Kishor, the Chairman of BSEB. S. Siddharth, Additional Chief Secretary of the Education Department,…

India’s ITeS (Information Technology and Enabled Services) sector is poised for significant expansion in 2025, with job opportunities projected to surge by 20 per cent, according to a report. The “Instahyre Tech Salary Index 2025” indicated shifting salary dynamics across different experience levels and domains. Instahyre, an AI-based hiring platform, drew insights from over 42,000…

RPF Constable Recruitment 2025: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are set to release the answer keys, question papers, and recorded responses for the RPF Constable Recruitment Examination 2025. Candidates who appeared for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), conducted from 2nd March to 18th March 2025, can access the answer keys on the official regional websites of…

The National Testing Agency is expected to release Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main Session 2 admit card 2025 on March 29. The link will be released on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The admit card will contain candidate’s personal details, exam centre address, exam timings, among other details. Applicants must carry the admit card and valid…

Manufacturing organisations—traditionally male-dominated—such as Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Tata Steel, Mahindra Group, CEAT and Honeywell are sharpening their focus on elevating women’s representation in their ranks. These organisations are rolling out several new-age benefits to attract diverse talent and retain existing women employees, supporting them through the crucial years of their careers. These measures are…

Managing a remote team requires a structured approach to ensure productivity and engagement. Unlike traditional office environments, where leaders can offer direct support and motivation, remote work poses challenges in communication and collaboration. Without clear expectations, some employees may struggle with efficiency, while others may find it difficult to manage their time effectively. Here are…

Seasonal demand for manpower is expected to scale fresh highs this summer. Staffing firms such as Quess, CIEL HR Services, TeamLease Services and ManpowerGroup told ET that demand for temporary workers is soaring, led by sectors such as quick commerce, e-commerce, consumer durables and electronics, hospitality, FMCG & retail, logistics and manufacturing. These firms, along…

The Bar Council of India (BCI) announced the results of the 19th All India Bar Examination (AIBE) today, March 20, 2025. Candidates can access their results by logging in with their registration number and date of birth on the official AIBE website, allindiabarexamination.com. The provisional answer key for AIBE 19 was issued on December 28,…

India Inc is staring at a huge shortage of artificial intelligence (AI) experts with only half of the demand getting fulfilled, according to the findings of a BCG report shared with ET. This supply demand gap will persist with an expected shortage of 53% even by 2026-end, according to Ashish Garg, MD and senior partner,…

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the exam city slip for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2025 session 2. Candidates can download the document from the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, using their application number and date of birth. JEE Mains Exam Schedule and Details The second session of JEE Main 2025 is set to…

While companies have taken to the technological wave that is sweeping the corporate landscape, this transformation has also brought up pertinent questions about how progressive the world of business is in this day and age. If one were to go by numbers, this news report states that the representation of women in the Indian workforce…

Mumbai: Global capability centres (GCCs) in the country are poised for 9.8 per cent salary growth over the next 12 months, as organisations adapt to evolving talent demands and navigate macroeconomic challenges, a report said on Wednesday. In India, GCCs are seen as the top payers, outpacing traditional IT services in pay parity and growth,…

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee is expected to declare the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 results tomorrow, 19 March 2025. According to the official GATE 2025 brochure, the results are scheduled to be released on this date. However, the brochure also states that the dates are subject to change. Once the…

The hiring landscape is evolving, and a generic cover letter won’t help you stand out in 2025. With AI-driven applicant tracking systems, skill-based hiring, and shifting recruiter expectations, job seekers must adapt their approach. To craft a compelling cover letter, focus on personalization, modern formatting, and a strategic structure. Here are five essential tips to…

Gen Z is right to have negative feelings about the economy. Not only were its oldest members entering the workforce as the pandemic struck, but those in their early to mid-20s are also now bearing the brunt of a labor market that’s largely been frozen in place for the past two years. A “low hiring,…

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration for the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduates (CUET UG) on 22nd March 2025. Candidates must complete the fee payment by 23rd March 2025, 11:50 PM via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI. Those needing to make corrections to their applications can do so between 24th…

The Samastha Kerala Islamic Medical and Vocational Board (SKIMVB) has officially released the Public Examination results for February 2025 today at approximately 12:30 PM. The results for classes 5, 7, 10, and 12 are now available. Students not content with their scores have the option to apply for answer sheet revaluation. Students can now access…

Indian companies are ramping up hiring of persons with disabilities (PwDs), seeing it as both a “social imperative” and a “strategic business advantage” amid growing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) commitments, stakeholders said. Onboarding such people in Indian corporate houses has seen a steady rise, with a 30-40 per cent increase in job postings for…

Bengaluru | New Delhi: Job offers from startups and ecommerce companies at the country’s prestigious business schools surged this hiring season, with graduates of the Class of 2025 being wooed with attractive pay packages to help drive growth and expansion plans. The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), XLRI-Xavier School of Management, Management Development Institute (MDI)…

India and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) on Saturday discussed the determination and operationalisation of living wages, gig and platform workers’ welfare and decent work in value chains. The Ministry of Labour and Employment said the Indian delegation participated in the 353rd governing body meeting of the International Labour Organisation in Geneva, which is being…

Bengaluru: Second career or comeback programmes – designed to help professionals, primarily women, re-enter the workforce after a career break – are paying off for companies, but there’s still a long way to go, say experts. Companies that have adopted returnship programmes are seeing the benefits: access to a bigger pool of talent, improved diversity…

Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC) Friday announced the Telangana Group 3 examination results. Candidates who attempted the examination can check their rank lists and marks card on the official webisite, tspsc.gov.in. TSPSC conducted the Group 3 exam on November 17 and 18, 2025 to fill a total of 1,365 vacancies. Over 5.36 lakh candidates…

CBSE Class 12 students unable to appear in Hindi exam scheduled on March 15 on account of Holi will get another opportunity write the paper, the board announced on Thursday. “It has been informed to CBSE that, though the festival of Holi would be celebrated on March 14 in most parts of the country, in…

Embarking on a professional journey is an exciting experience, but it also comes with the challenge of finding your niche – an area of expertise you would like to grow in. Identifying the right niche early on can boost your confidence and help you build a strong presence in the market. But how do you…

The Indian Institute of Bangalore (IIMB) has wrapped up lateral and final placements for the PGP and PGPBA Class of 2023-25, with its largest batch of 595 students placed in 176 firms. Top recruiters include Accenture Strategy (75), Boston Consulting Group (25), TCS Management Consulting (24), American Express (20), Bain & Company (17), PwC (16),…

Almost nine in 10 Indian professionals consider GenAI (generative artificial intelligence) skills essential for career advancement, according to a report by Simplilearn. The ‘Professional Sentiment Survey’, carried out by Simplilearn–a company that helps people get training–showed that 46% of the participants of the study aim to transition to big tech companies, while 76% want to…

When discussing a job offer, most candidates focus on negotiating a higher salary. However, few consider what to do if salary negotiations do not go as planned. Compensation is not limited to salary — several other benefits can be negotiated, including paid leave. Paid leave, whether for vacation, sickness, or parental needs, plays a key…

The Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar, has announced 19,838 constable vacancies in the Bihar Police and Bihar Special Armed Police. The application process begins on March 18, 2025, and will close on April 18, 2025. Interested candidates can apply on the official website, csbc.bih.nic.in. Bihar Police Constable Selection process and eligibility The recruitment…

India Inc’s hiring sentiments in the April-June quarter have been boosted by a combination of factors including business expansion and new ventures opening up new roles, and a need to invest in technology and talent to stay competitive. Corporate hiring sentiments for the June quarter rose three percentage points compared to the Jan-March 2025 quarter,…

The venture capital (VC) industry in India continues to see a significant under-representation of women, particularly in decision-making positions, despite increased discussions around diversity and inclusion. A recent analysis conducted by TOI of the investment teams at the most active VC firms in India from 2023 to 2025 highlights the persistent gender gap. Among the…

The Bihar School Education Board (BSEB) is set to announce the Bihar Board 12th Result 2025 soon. The board recently concluded the Class 12 examinations on 25th February 2025. Students who appeared for the exams are eagerly waiting for their results. As per various media reports, the BSEB 12th Result 2025 is expected to be…

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has called on platform workers to register on the e-Shram portal to access benefits announced in the Union Budget 2025-26. A gig worker is someone who takes on short-term jobs, often for multiple service providers or aggregators. Recognising their contribution to the economy, the government has introduced measures to…

India Inc is actively working to transform workplaces, promoting inclusivity, diversity, and gender equality in a rapidly evolving, tech-driven landscape to create a “pink edge” for women. Companies are stepping up efforts to attract and retain female talent through specialized leadership programs, AI-driven upskilling, and greater flexibility to support work-life balance. As part of this…

Anna University has officially released the admit cards for the TANCET 2025 and CEETA PG 2025 exams. Candidates who are set to appear for these important exams can now download their hall tickets from the official website. The TANCET 2025 examination is scheduled to take place on March 22, 2025, with the MCA exam being…

Around 97% of 2133 NSE-listed companies have atleast one woman director on board as of March 6, 2025, data released by primeinfobase.com, an initiative of Prime Database Group, has revealed. Of the 57 companies which do not have a woman director, 26 are public sector undertakings (PSUs). 2,687 women hold 3,479 (21%) of the directorship…

Mid-career is a turning point that often prompts professionals to reassess their goals and career choices. Unlike the early-career phase, which focuses on learning and exploration, mid-career is about leadership, adaptability, and strategic decision-making. Whether you’re seeking growth, stability, or a career shift, understanding key lessons can help you make informed decisions. Here are five…

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Thursday put on hold the written examination for recruitment of Group-B posts in the police department due to “unavoidable circumstances”, an official statement said. The exam conducted by the Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB) was scheduled to be held on March 8-9 at different centres across Odisha, it said. In…

India Inc’s hiring has seen a growth of 10% in February 2025 over February 2024, according to the latest insights from foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), a jobs and talent platform. This trend is driven mostly by fresher hiring. The share of job listings prioritising competencies over qualifications has risen from 4% in 2023…

The Delhi Directorate of Education (DoE) will announce the results for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Disadvantaged Group (DG) category admissions for the 2025-26 academic session today, 5 March 2025. The first computerised draw of lots will take place at 2:30 pm. How will the draw take place? The draw of lots will be…

The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the BSF HCM Admit Card 2025 for candidates appearing in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). These tests are part of the recruitment process for the Head Constable Ministerial (HCM) and Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Steno posts. A total of 1,526 vacancies are to be…

The SSC has released the provisional answer key for the GD Constable 2025 exam held from February 4 to 25, 2025. Candidates can access their response sheets and question papers on the SSC website. They can challenge the answer key by logging in with their registration credentials within the specified period, following given instructions.

The State Bank of India (SBI) is expected to announce the results of the preliminary exam for Junior Associate (Clerk) positions soon. Once released, candidates can check their results on the official website of SBI at sbi.co.in or sbi.co.in/web/careers. The bank has not specified the exact date and time for the result announcement. However, as…

India Inc is investing heavily in an artificial intelligence (AI)-ready workforce. Companies such as Wipro, Genpact and Ericsson are creating personalised AI training programmes for employees, partnering with universities, setting up skilling academies and enhancing internal learning platforms to build a future-ready workforce. At Wipro, more than 55,000 employees have become advanced AI practitioners, and…

Class of 2025 for its flagship MBA programme or post graduate programme (PGP) and PGP in agribusiness management (PGP-ABM) at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow received the highest domestic package of Rs 75 lpa while the highest international package touched Rs 65 lpa. The average salary offered is Rs 32.3 lpa this year,…

Mumbai: Demand for loan collection agents, or temporary manpower often deployed to chase sticky advances, has climbed more than 30% in the past six months, TeamLease data shared with ET showed, pointing to the mounting pile of doubtful unsecured retail advances at lenders that now need specialised recovery support. TeamLease, which manages more than 85,000…

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate admissions will take place from May 8 to June 1, 2025, the National Testing Agency (NTA) announced on Saturday. However, officials noted that these dates are tentative, and a detailed schedule will be shared later. When Can You Apply? Students can start applying for CUET-UG from March…

New-age startup bosses are ditching the traditional hiring playbook and taking their search for talent—particularly for those meant to work closely with them—directly to social media. In the last three-four months alone, new-age tech entrepreneurs including Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal; EaseMytrip and Optimo cofounder Prashant Pitti; Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas; Leverage CEO Akshay Chaturvedi and…

TS EAMCET 2025 Registration: The Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University (JNTU) Hyderabad has started the registration process for the Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) 2025. Eligible candidates can now apply on the official website: eapcet.tgche.ac.in. Key Dates for TS EAMCET 2025 The last date to submit the TS EAMCET 2025…

New Delhi: American companies may be toeing the line set by Donald Trump and ditching their policies on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), but corporate India is resolute on its commitment and in fact doubling down on initiatives to achieve the next level inclusion targets. The RPG Group that owns companies such as CEAT, KEC…

India’s white-collar job market is poised for an upswing in the first half of 2025, with 96% of employers expressing confidence in increased hiring activity, according to a new Hiring Outlook survey by recruitment platform, Naukri.com. This marks a rise from 92% in 2024, signaling stronger demand for talent. The biannual survey gauged insights from…

Mumbai: Women aspiring for top roles must conquer their feelings of guilt over balancing the personal and the professional and should instead learn to have faith in their ability to deliver on both fronts, said Vishakha Mulye, ET Businesswoman of the Year. The managing director and CEO of Aditya Birla Capital Ltd (ABCL) is among…

The ecommerce sector is expected to see the highest salary increments of 10.5% this year, driven by the rapid expansion of digital commerce, rising consumer spending and technological advancements.The financial services sector is seen to follow ecommerce closely, with projected salary increments of 10.3%, driven by demand for fintech specialists, digital banking experts and cybersecurity…

The executive committee of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation formally adopted the unified pension scheme (UPS) for EPFO employees, paving the way for EPFO officers and staff to transition from the National Pension System (NPS) to UPS. A decision to this effect was taken at the 112th meeting of the executive committee (EC) of the…

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee is set to release the provisional answer key for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 on its official website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in. The exam was conducted on February 1, 2, 15, and 16. The institute is expected to publish the provisional answer keys, question papers, and candidates’ responses…

New Delhi: Women’s participation in employment-related activities increased to 25% in 2024 from 21.8% in 2019, accompanied by a decrease in time spent on unpaid domestic work, according to a government fact sheet released on Tuesday. Male participation among those aged 15-59 years also rose to 75% in 2024 from 70.9% in 2019. Overall, 49.9%…

Irrespective of your field, job security is often seen as the ultimate career goal, offering financial peace and a sense of certainty. However, staying in a role only because it feels safe can do more harm than good. Clinging to security at the expense of growth and new opportunities can lead to stagnation and limit…

Work-from-home (WFH) became the global norm during the pandemic, reshaping workplace dynamics across industries. In India, the shift was widely embraced, particularly in technology and digital services. However, as businesses recalibrate their strategies, many companies are mandating a return to office spaces, citing productivity, collaboration, and mentorship concerns. This raises a critical question—Is remote work…

As businesses become more conscious of their environmental impact, the demand for sustainability and green careers is surging. Governments and companies are investing heavily in eco-friendly products, services, and practices to combat climate change, creating a growing need for professionals with expertise in sustainability. These careers not only contribute to global sustainability goals but also…

February and May are expected to the two months where the students of 10th class as Central Board of Secondary Education works on the plan to allow students to write their exams twice in a year, according to a TOI reported. Additionally, Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan has announced that the Ministry of Education in…

Salary increments in India’s $250 billion IT services industry are set to remain moderate in fiscal year 2025, as firms grapple with global economic headwinds, evolving skill requirements, and the rising adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). Experts anticipate average salary hikes in the range of 4-8.5 per cent, marking a shift towards more cautious compensation…

New-age companies in India are looking beyond the office and taking a more holistic HR approach.Firms such as Myntra, Mobile Premier League, upGrad, Meesho, Shadowfax and Battery Smart are taking cognisance of employees’ evolving needs and introducing perks — sports and gaming facilities at the workplace, extra time off and support to disconnect from work,…

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is set to release the RRB ALP Result 2025 for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Computer-Based Test (CBT) 1. Candidates who appeared for the exam held on November 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29, 2024, will soon be able to check their results on the regional RRB websites. RRB ALP…

Formal job creation under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) fell by 9.8% in December 2024 to 1.70 million compared to 1.88 million in December 2023, shows the provisional payroll data released by the ministry of labour and employment on Friday. Month-on-month, the formal jobs created under ESIC, however, went up by 5.84% when compared…

The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has released the AP Inter Hall Ticket 2025 soon on its official website, bieap.apcfss.in. Multiple media reports suggest that the hall tickets has been issued today, February 20, 2025. However, no official confirmation has been made. AP Intermediate Hall Tickets 2025 Candidates registered for the Andhra Pradesh…

TeamLease EdTech’s career outlook report for the first half of calendar year 2025 has indicated a rise in fresher hiring intentions, with deep-tech domain skills like robotic process automation, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cloud computing, network security and prompt engineering, being in demand. Professional certificate course in Generative AI and Machine Learning, certified robotic…

The State Bank of India (SBI) will conduct its Clerk prelims exam on February 22, 27, and 28, and March 1, 2025. The exam aims to fill 14,191 Clerk (Junior Associate) positions for 2025-26. The computer-based test will consist of English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability sections.The exam has 100 questions, each worth one…

Growth at the mid-career stage is about taking deliberate, well-focused steps towards leadership positions. However, transitioning from a skilled professional to a visionary leader requires more than just efficiently executing your duties. It necessitates a strategic mindset, the ability to influence others, and a commitment to continuous learning.To step into leadership, one must cultivate a…

Women hold 23% of senior leadership roles in India’s information technology sector as of 2024, an increase from 18.7% in 2023, according to a new study.Avsar, a recruitment consulting and outsourcing company specialising in talent acquisition, has revealed in its latest report – which surveyed 150 IT companies – that although men still hold the…

DRDO Internship 2025: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) offers a fantastic internship opportunity for students in engineering and general sciences. This program lets you dive into real-world research and development (R&D) in defence technology, helping you build practical skills for your future career. DRDO Internship 2025: Key Details The DRDO internship program is…

Renewable giant Tesla Inc. who has mere presence in India has on Monday announced plans to start hiring in India as it seeks candidates for 13 roles, including customer-facing and back-end jobs, according to job postings uploaded by the company on its LinkedIn page recently. The step by the company comes shortly after the CEO…

Karnataka Energy Minister K J George on Monday announced plans to recruit 3,000 linemen by the end of April to address the state’s worker shortage. This initiative aims to strengthen the workforce and ensure a more reliable electricity supply across Karnataka, he said, adding that the recruitment process for 3,000 linemen will be expedited and…