47% Firms Hire Mid-Career Talent, 38% Find It Hardest to Source: NIIT India Skills Gap Report
New Delhi [India], April 2: NIIT Ltd., a leading Skills & Talent development corporation, today launched the NIIT India Skills Gap Report 2026, a nationwide study conducted in partnership with YouGov. The survey, based on insights from 3,500 respondents spanning students, working professionals, recruiters, CXOs and academic leaders across key sectors, highlights how digital, data and cybersecurity skills are emerging as foundational capabilities for employability and workforce growth, while industry-recognised certifications and diversity-led skilling are increasingly shaping hiring confidence across organisations.