Industry hired I1.18 lakh flexi workers in last 12 months: Indian Staffing Federation
The Indian Staffing Federation reported that the flexi-staffing industry added 1.18 lakh workers over the past year, marking an 8% growth despite global economic uncertainty. The IT staffing sector showed a notable recovery, driven largely by Global Capability Centers (GCCs).
Why it matters
This data indicates resilience in the Indian labor market and highlights the growing trend of formalizing employment in the gig and contract economy.
The Indian Staffing Federation (ISF), the apex body for the flexi-staffing industry in India, said that despite cautious market sentiment in 2025 and 2026 due to geopolitical uncertainties across the world, the industry added 1.18 lakh new formal flexi workers over the last 12 months and recorded an 8% year-on-year growth in employment.
Reports industry-provided statistics neutrally.
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