Tech jobs in India rise 17% YoY to 123,000 in October, highest in 18 months: Report
India’s technology job market is showing sustained signs of recovery, with active tech openings reaching 123,000 in October 2026, the highest level in 18 months, according to Xpheno’s Active Tech Jobs Outlook – India, October 2026. The latest reading shows a continuation of the recovery that began after the market hit a record low in June 2026.
Active tech demand increased 5% month-on-month from September and was up 17% year-on-year from October 2025. The report shows that the recovery is being led primarily by IT services, while demand from Global Capability Centres remains strong on a yearly basis.
