Economy

India's latest labour report: Jobs expand in December, unemployment rate stays below 5%

January 15, 2026

India's labour market showed improvement in December 2025, with a slight increase in employment and workforce participation. The unemployment rate rose to 4.8%, up from 4.7% in November, primarily due to challenges in rural areas and a focus on increasing female participation in the workforce.

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Key Highlights

Unemployment rate increased to 4.8% in December 2025.
Employment growth was noted alongside rising workforce participation.
The increase in unemployment was primarily driven by rural areas.
Higher female participation in the workforce contributed to the labour market improvement.

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India's latest labour report: Jobs expand in December, unemployment rate stays below 5%

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