Nearly 70% of Indian Professionals Plan 2027 Job Switches
A foundit survey reveals 68.4% of Indian professionals plan to seek new employment in 2027, driven primarily by career growth and AI upskilling.
A survey of 9,951 Indian professionals by Monster.com (India) Private Limited reveals that 68.4% of the workforce plans to actively seek new employment in 2027. Career growth is the primary driver for these transitions at 40.3%, followed by higher salaries at 29.7% and work-life balance or flexibility at approximately 20%.
Financial expectations remain high despite the priority on growth. Over half of the respondents, 51.5%, expect a salary increase of 31% or more to justify a move, while 20.4% seek hikes exceeding 50%. Despite these demands, 94.1% of participants express confidence in their ability to secure a suitable position.
Professionals are increasingly embracing technology, with 82.1% viewing artificial intelligence as a career opportunity and 67% actively upskilling. Regarding workplace structure, 56% prefer hybrid arrangements, 23.7% favor fully remote work, and 20.3% prefer office-based roles. However, significant friction remains in the hiring process, as 52.7% of professionals cite a lack of response from recruiters after applying as their primary grievance.
