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Public sector bank job exams get an overhaul, SBI results to come first

Bank exam rules: The Finance Ministry has revised the recruitment examination and result declaration timelines for public sector banks to streamline processes and enhance transparency. A new sequence will see SBI results announced first, followed by Nationalised Banks, and then Regional Rural Banks, aiming to reduce attrition and improve workforce planning.

Pine Labs freezes tech hiring at 1,000 engineers even as global expansion accelerates

Pine Labs is tightening its technology strategy by relying solely on its existing 1,000-member engineering workforce, even as it expands rapidly into international markets. CEO Amrish Rau says the company is prioritising efficiency and deeper utilisation of its current talent base while keeping all future tech hiring on hold.

Tech tops 50 per cent of white-collar job openings, but hiring slump persists

Technology sector's share in Indian white-collar jobs surpassed 50% in December, reaching 51% for the first time since October 2022. Despite this, overall tech hiring activity dipped 26% year-on-year, with companies cautious due to AI disruption and market uncertainty. Flexible jobs now constitute 31% of active tech openings.

Campus offer circuit abuzz for top engineering talent despite slower IT winds

Hiring at major engineering campuses such as BITS Pilani and several NITs has stayed steady to stronger for the Class of 2026, with more recruiters, higher salaries and an increase in pre-placement offers. Core engineering, electronics, semiconductors, banking, consulting and analytics are driving demand, even as IT hiring remains slow.

Labour reforms will help job creation, expand social security net: India Inc

US chipmaker Marvell plans India hiring spree, R&D push to tap AI boom

Marvell Technology plans to ramp up hiring and research in India to meet rising global demand for AI infrastructure, its India head Navin Bishnoi told Reuters. The U.S. chipmaker aims to expand its 1,700-employee base by 15% annually over three years and is in talks with hyperscalers and local firms as India’s data centre footprint grows.

MBA Class of 2027 sees rise in recruiters and roles at IIM Ahmedabad summer placements

Among the other cohorts visiting Cluster 1, major recruiters included Accenture Strategy, with the Accenture Strategy India Market Unit extending 6 offers and the Accenture Strategy Global Network making 33 offers, as well as 12 offers from Vector Consulting Group, 11 offers from American Express, and 10 offers from EY Parthenon.

India's festive hiring rises 17%; gig, temp roles see 25% surge this year: Report

Hiring surged 17% across key sectors from August to October. Gig and temporary jobs saw a 25% rise. This festive hiring reflects economic confidence and a mature gig economy. Compensation also improved significantly. The trend is expected to continue through the wedding season and into March 2026. Tier II and III cities are contributing substantially to this growth.

IIM-A achieves full summer placement for management students graduating in 2027

IIM Ahmedabad has successfully completed summer placements for its PGP class of 2027. The institute achieved 100% placement. Several prominent companies, including Hero MotoCorp, SKF India, and Apple, participated as first-time recruiters. The placement process saw a wide range of opportunities across 14 diverse cohorts, with firms joining both online and offline.

Starlink begins on-ground hiring as India readies for satellite connectivity

Elon Musk's Starlink has initiated its first phase of hiring in India, focusing on finance and accounting roles in Bengaluru. This move signals operational readiness as the company prepares for a commercial launch by late 2025 or early 2026, navigating India's satcom regulations and security demonstrations.

IIM Calcutta wraps up summer placements with average monthly stipend of Rs 1.85 lakh

IIM Calcutta's summer placements for its MBA program saw 470 students receive 510 offers from 183 recruiters. The average monthly stipend was Rs 1.85 lakh, with the highest domestic and international stipends reaching Rs 4.5 lakh and Rs 6 lakh respectively. The placement week featured diverse roles across various sectors, supported by legacy and new recruiters.

Significant percentage of manufacturing leadership appointments were external hires: Report

Manufacturing firms are bringing in new leaders from outside. Most senior hires were external appointments. Leadership changes were most frequent at the CEO and MD levels. This indicates companies are preparing for digital transformation and new supply chains. The automotive sector saw the most activity. Women are more likely to be promoted internally, but still lag in overall representation.