Indian companies plan significant campus hiring, focusing on skills, diversity, and retention.

India's campus job market is rebounding, with 73% of companies expecting moderate to high hiring growth, driven by sectors like IT, healthcare, financial services, life sciences, and consumer goods. Over 40% plan to expand headcount by more than 10%, with major IT firms recruiting thousands of fresh graduates. Employers are prioritizing skills, cultural fit, and diversity, using strategies like early hiring and gamified assessments. Variable pay now makes up 10% to 12% of total compensation, and half the companies set gender ratio targets, reflecting a focus on long-term retention and inclusive hiring.