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India’s Unemployment Edges Up To 4.8% In December - Check Outlook For 2026

January 16, 2026

India's unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.8% in December 2025, up from 4.7% in November, while the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) increased to 56.1%. The urban unemployment rate increased to 6.7%, contrasting with a stable rural unemployment rate of 3.9%. Trends indicate differing labor market conditions between urban and rural areas.

India’s Unemployment Edges Up To 4.8% In December - Check Outlook For 2026

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Key Highlights

Unemployment rate increased to 4.8% in December 2025 from 4.7% in November.
Urban unemployment rose to 6.7%, up from 6.5% in November.
Rural unemployment remained unchanged at 3.9%.
Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) increased to 56.1%, with rural LFPR rising to 59.0%.
Urban LFPR declined to 50.2% from 50.4% in November.

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India’s Unemployment Edges Up To 4.8% In December - Check Outlook For 2026

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