Job prospects in the information technology sector are expected to increase by 15-20% by the year 2025, according to a report.

The information provided by NLB Services indicates that the information technology sector is projected to experience a job growth rate of 15-20% by the year 2025. There is an anticipated surge in demand for specialized technology positions, particularly in artificial intelligence and machine learning, which could see an increase of 30-35%. Campus recruitment remains a significant priority, and despite the economic downturn affecting certain projects, the overall outlook for 2025 appears optimistic, with expectations of heightened hiring across multiple sectors.

MUMBAI: The information technology sector, currently on a recovery trajectory, is projected to experience a 15-20% increase in job opportunities across various industries by 2025, as reported by talent solutions firm NLB Services. 

According to NLB Services, the IT industry has regained its momentum in the latter half of 2024 and is preparing for a promising year ahead in 2025 across multiple dimensions. The upcoming year is expected to see a notable rise in fresh hiring within the Indian IT sector, with job opportunities anticipated to grow by 15-20% across different industries.

Additionally, there is an expected surge in demand for highly specialized technology roles, such as those in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data analytics, and cloud technologies, with growth rates projected at 30-35%. This increase is attributed to the growing dependence on emerging technologies. Furthermore, this demand encompasses not only hiring but also a strategic emphasis on technological upskilling, as companies are making substantial investments in training programs to prepare their workforce for the changing technological environment, the company highlighted.

NLB Services' assessment is grounded in its perspective on the macroeconomic environment, industry developments, and market demand. The company emphasized that campus recruitment continues to be a primary focus for larger organizations aiming to expand their workforce significantly in the latter half of 2024-25.

In light of the global economic downturn experienced in 2021-22, clients have reduced discretionary expenditures due to fluctuating hiring trends and overarching macroeconomic difficulties. This situation has affected the project pipeline; however, stabilization is anticipated in 2025, providing renewed optimism for job seekers.

The hiring of IT graduates in 2025 is expected to rise, particularly for positions in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data analytics, Python, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity. Additionally, sectors such as Global Capability Centres (GCCs), manufacturing, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI), healthcare, and retail are projected to increase their intake of IT freshers by 30-35% in 2025.