India in QS World Future Skills Index

India has been recognized as the second most prepared job market globally, following the United States, according to the QS World Future Skills Index 2025.

• India ranks 25th in the QS World Future Skills Index, recognized as a “future skills contender.”
• It is the second most prepared job market globally, after the United States.
• India excels in the Future of Work category, scoring 99.1, just behind the US.
• In Academic Readiness, India ranks 26th, reflecting moderate alignment between education and industry needs.
• India ranks 37th in Skills Fit, indicating gaps between workforce skills and employer requirements.
• Economic Transformation ranking is 40th, showing challenges in innovation and workforce adaptability.
• Strengths include robust GDP growth, a youthful population, and a vibrant start-up ecosystem.
• India is highly prepared for recruiting in digital roles and integrating AI into industries.