Only 8.25% of graduates find jobs matching their qualifications: NITI Aayog

A significant skills mismatch exists in India's job market, with NITI Aayog highlighting that only 8.25% of graduates are employed in roles aligned with their qualifications. The finding underscores a critical gap between the skills imparted by educational institutions and the demands of employers.

The majority of graduates struggle to secure employment matching their degrees, suggesting systemic issues in curriculum design, vocational training, and industry-academia coordination. NITI Aayog's assessment points to the need for urgent reforms in higher education and skill development programs to bridge the widening disconnect between graduate competencies and job market requirements.