A recent report by talent assessment firm Mercer Mettl highlights a significant rise in the employability of Indian graduates for roles in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). In 2024, 46% of graduates were deemed employable in AI/ML-driven positions, up from 40% in 2023.
The study, which analyzed data from over a million students across more than 2,700 campuses, also revealed that 50% of graduates possess the soft skills necessary for AI and Generative AI collaboration. Key strengths include communication skills (55.1%), critical thinking (54.6%), and leadership abilities (54.2%). However, creativity remains an area for improvement, with only 44.3% of graduates demonstrating employability in this skill.
Despite advancements in AI/ML roles, the overall employability of Indian graduates has declined, with only 42.6% considered employable in 2024, down from 46.2% in 2023. Non-technical roles have been particularly affected, with employability dropping to 43.5% from 48.3% the previous year.
Geographically, Delhi leads with 53.4% of its graduates being employable, followed by Himachal Pradesh and Punjab at 51.1% each. This trend is attributed to quality education, industry collaborations, and favorable economic conditions in these regions.
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The report underscores the growing demand for AI, data analytics, and digital skills in India’s evolving job market. While technical proficiency is on the rise, there is a pressing need to enhance creativity and adaptability among graduates to meet the dynamic requirements of both technical and non-technical roles.
