India’s Tech Jobs See 20% Growth in 2025, AI Roles Surge 75
India’s tech sector is set to witness a 20% growth in jobs this year, driven by a 75% surge in demand for roles in AI, cybersecurity, and cloud computing, as per a report by Instahyre, an advanced AI-powered hiring platform. The report, titled ‘Instahyre Tech Salary Index 2025’, highlighted key shifts in hiring trends, salary patterns, and the growing importance of specialised skills. The report foresees that nearly 40% of the workforce will require upskilling to remain competitive in the evolving job market. The findings reveal that the gig economy and remote work continue influencing the market, contributing to 10% of the projected growth. The report also noted that DevOps professionals remain in high demand, with AWS-related salaries rising by nearly 10% across all experience levels. However, professionals with early-career salaries face pressure, while experienced talent sees steady pay rises. “The findings from the Instahyre Tech Salary Index 2025 indicate a clear evolution in India’s tech hiring landscape. As organisations adapt to the changing demand for skills and embrace newer hiring strategies, professionals who invest in upskilling and specialisation will remain at the forefront of career growth,” Sarbojit Mallick, co-founder at Instahyre, said in a statement. The report outlines a noticeable salary gap across experience levels. Freshers in frontend development (0-5 years of experience) saw salaries dip by ₹1.5 LPA, while those with over six years of experience saw an increase of about ₹4 LPA. A similar trend emerged in data science, machine learning, and NLP, where fresher salaries dropped from ₹8.4 LPA to ₹6.3 LPA over the past year, while experienced mobile development professionals gained ₹5 LPA. In backend development, Python leads as the highest-paying skill, with salaries doubling every five years. Java developers also saw significant growth, with salaries jumping from ₹4.74 LPA for freshers to ₹23.42 LPA for those with over 10 years of experience. Meanwhile, salaries across security roles have seen steady growth, with network security professionals with over 10 years of experience earning up to ₹30.53 LPA, reflecting the growing emphasis on cybersecurity. While Bengaluru remains India’s top tech hub, accounting for 35% of the workforce, followed by Delhi-NCR and Hyderabad at 20%, the report points to the rise of Tier-2 cities like Chandigarh, Jaipur, and Indore. These emerging hubs are drawing talent beyond traditional metro areas, supported by the flexibility of remote work. The report signals a shift toward skill-based hiring, with deep tech and AI expertise now being prioritised over traditional diversity hiring goals. This shift is driven by the rising influence of digital economies, cybersecurity, and space technology startups. The product sector is expected to see a fresher hiring rebound, with 1.5 to 2 million fresh graduates equipped with new-age tech skills expected to enter the workforce in 2025. However, early-career professionals may face lower starting salaries, while experienced talent continues to benefit from higher compensation.With over 10,000 companies, including Google, Amazon, Flipkart, Microsoft,Uber, Walmart, and Swiggy, relying on Instahyre’s AI-powered hiring platform, companies are streamlining recruitment through advanced filters and automated reminders to improve hiring efficiency.
Freshers in frontend development saw salaries dip by ₹1.5 LPA, while those with over six years of experience saw an increase of about ₹4 LPA.
Freshers in frontend development saw salaries dip by ₹1.5 LPA, while those with over six years of experience saw an increase of about ₹4 LPA.
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