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India's Tech Job Openings Jump 9% in March Amid AI Uncertainty

The report highlighted that non-technology industries now account for 53% of the active demand for tech and engineering talent

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Moneycontrol•06-03-2026, 09:59

India's Tech Job Openings Jump 9% in March Amid AI Uncertainty

•Tech job openings in India rose 9% month-on-month in March, reaching a 9-month high, despite AI-driven hiring uncertainty.
•Active tech job listings climbed to around 119,000, marking the second consecutive monthly increase.
•Overall hiring demand remains subdued, 19% lower than last year, reflecting a broader slowdown since late 2022.
•The rise is likely due to companies utilizing remaining FY2026 recruitment budgets, as per Xpheno cofounder Kamal Karanth.
•Non-tech roles (consulting, sales) now drive demand, with non-technology industries accounting for 53% of tech talent demand.

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