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India's unemployment rate rises to 5.2% in April from 5.1%

The jobless rate edged up, signaling cooling labor demand.

15 May 2026

The read

India's unemployment rate rose to 5.2% in April, up from 5.1% in the prior month. This increase points to a slight softening in labor market conditions. Against a backdrop of uneven economic growth, the uptick suggests hiring may be losing momentum, a modest deterioration in employment. No forecast was provided.

Key numbers

  • Unemployment rate (actual): 5.2%
  • Unemployment rate (previous): 5.1%