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India's Jobless Rate Holds Steady in June
15 Jul
Summary
- India's overall unemployment rate remained at 5.5% in June.
- Rural unemployment saw a slight decrease, while urban unemployment rose.
- Labour force participation for women experienced a marginal year-on-year increase.
In June 2026, India's overall unemployment rate stood steady at 5.5%, mirroring May's figures. This period saw a nuanced shift in employment dynamics across different regions.
The rural unemployment rate experienced a marginal decrease, settling at 5% from 5.1% in the previous month. Conversely, urban unemployment rates edged upwards by 40 basis points, reaching 6.4% compared to 6% in May.
Labour force participation in urban areas saw a modest improvement, with the LFPR climbing to 50.1% in June. Overall, the Labour Force Participation Rate remained consistent at 54.4% for June.
Female participation in the workforce exhibited a slight year-on-year increase, reaching 32.7% in June. This rise was particularly notable in rural areas, though urban female LFPR saw a marginal decline compared to the previous year.
The Worker Population Ratio (WPR) remained unchanged month-on-month at 51.4%. However, on a year-on-year basis, the overall WPR saw a slight uptick of 0.2%, indicating a gentle upward trend in employment.
