73% Employers Plan to Hire Freshers in H1 2026: Report

• Around 73% of employers intend to hire freshers during January-June 2026, a 3% increase over the previous half-year.
• Recruitment decisions are driven by internships and real-world project experience, not just academic credentials.
• Sectoral demand is led by retail (91%), e-commerce and technology start-ups (90%), and manufacturing (85%).
• Bangalore leads fresher hiring intent at 84%, followed by Mumbai at 72%.
• TeamLease Edtech Career Outlook Report HY1 2026 surveyed 1,051 employers across India.