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79% HR leaders see fresh jobs despite AI disruption
Nearly four out of five senior HR leaders expect companies to create new jobs in the second half of 2026, according to Naukri's Hiring Outlook survey. Some 97% of respondents expect hiring…
Nearly four out of five senior HR leaders expect companies to create new jobs in the second half of 2026, according to Naukri's Hiring Outlook survey. Some 97% of respondents expect hiring activity to continue over the next six months, with real estate, FMCG and IT being the most bullish sectors.
The survey of over 540 HR leaders shows 86% do not expect significant AI-driven job losses in the near term. Over 20% of HR leaders in IT and BFSI expect AI to create new roles, especially in IT, marketing and analytics.
Demand is strongest for young professionals: 62% of HR leaders expect maximum hiring in the 0-3 years' experience band. Attrition expectations are contained, with 83% expecting it to stay below 15%. On salaries, 58% expect average increments below 10%.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The survey's optimism is notable given that India's white-collar job market has seen uneven recovery since the post-pandemic slowdown. Real estate and FMCG leading the hiring push signals consumption-driven demand, while IT's improving outlook from 79% to 83% suggests the sector is stabilising after a global tech correction. The strong focus on 0-3 years experience indicates companies are investing in fresh talent rather than just replacing senior exits. The key number to watch is whether actual hiring in H2 2026 matches these expectations, as survey sentiment has historically been more optimistic than final outcomes.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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