India’s job market has experienced a notable increase in opportunities for women, with a 48% surge in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to a report by foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME). This growth is primarily driven by key sectors such as Information Technology (IT), Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), Manufacturing, and Healthcare, alongside a rising demand for specialized talent in emerging technology roles.
Key Highlights:
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Experience Levels: The majority of job opportunities for women are in the early-career bracket, with 53% of positions targeting those with 0-3 years of experience, and 32% for those with 4-6 years of experience.
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Industry Participation: Women’s participation is highest in the IT sector (23%), followed by BFSI (11%), and Education (6%). Notably, 26% of women are now working in emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Cloud Computing.
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Geographical Distribution: There is a significant presence of women in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, with 41% of women’s jobs located in cities like Nashik, Surat, Coimbatore, and Jaipur, compared to 59% in Tier-1 cities.
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Salary Distribution: The majority (81%) of job opportunities for women fall within the ₹0-10 lakh annual salary bracket, 11% in the ₹11-25 lakh range, and 8% offer more than ₹25 lakh.
Additionally, the ‘India at Work 2024 Report’ by Apna.com highlighted that women’s contribution to the workforce climbed remarkably in 2024, with 2.8 crore job applications—a 20% increase from 2023. This surge is attributed to flexible work policies, gender-specific initiatives, and the rapid development of women-dominated sectors like e-commerce and healthcare.
These trends indicate a positive shift towards greater inclusion and participation of women in India’s evolving job market, especially in high-growth and tech-driven roles.
