India’s non-tech sectors report surge in AI hiring demand
- ByStartupStory | November 18, 2025
India’s non-tech industries are witnessing a significant rise in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) talent, with hiring surging by over 50% year-on-year. Sectors such as banking, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, retail, and insurance are investing heavily in AI capabilities to enhance productivity, automate processes, and improve customer experiences.
The demand spans a wide range of roles including AI engineering, data science, machine learning, AI governance, and solution architecture. Companies are embedding AI directly into their core business functions, moving beyond treating it as just a technological add-on.
This trend is further propelled by the rapid adoption of generative AI, with hiring for specialized roles increasing by nearly 178% annually. Organizations are not only creating new AI-focused positions but also upskilling existing employees to harness AI for decision intelligence, fraud prevention, and personalized services.
Major corporates and consulting firms are expanding AI teams to support this transformation, underscoring the growing strategic importance of AI in India’s broader economic landscape. This hiring surge signals a pivotal shift toward an AI-driven future across traditional industries.
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