Hiring surge likely in India this year despite global risks

India is likely to see strong hiring activity this year, despite global headwinds and an uncertainty spawned by a general election due by May, according to Michael Page India's 2019 Salary Benchmark report

80% – job seekers perceive the economic situation to be good

The findings

The election is expected to add an element of uncertainty on the hiring front

Investments in technology rising and the prospects for property and real estate picking up

Consumer-facing industries like pharma, FMCG and e-commerce will continue to grow