Kerala Emerges as Top Choice for Employment in India

By siliconindia  |  Friday, 22 December 2023, 01:09 IST

Kerala Emerges as Top Choice for Employment in India
Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram have been identified as the top choices for employment among the youth in India, as per the India Skills Report 2024. The report, published by talent assessment agency Wheebox in collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Google, and Taggd, reveals that Kerala ranks as the second state with the highest number of employable individuals in the 18-21 age group.
The report surveyed 3.88 lakh youths through a National Employability Test conducted across the country. The report indicates that employability in India has improved as 51.25 percent of the youth surveyed are employable with the required skills. Among the cities where men and women prefer to work equally regardless of age, Kochi came second and Thiruvananthapuram fourth in the country. Kochi is the first among the top 10 cities where most women prefer to work. Thiruvananthapuram has also shown excellence in the employability of the 18-21 age group in cities, by ranking third.
Kerala, renowned for its emphasis on education and skill development, has secured the second position in overall employability among the 18-21 age group, reaffirming its status as a robust talent pool in the country. The report underscores Kerala's excellence in nurturing computer skills with Thiruvananthapuram claiming the first position and Kerala at large securing the third spot in this domain. According to the findings, Kerala stands out for its balanced approach to education, encompassing futuristic skills, general knowledge, and practical learning.
The comprehensive curriculum, notably advanced by the Additional Skill Acquisition Programme of Kerala (ASAP Kerala) of the Department of Higher Education, has been commended for its role in enhancing employability and skill development among the state's youth. The report highlights Kerala's dominance in IT, computer science, and engineering job skills. Moreover, the state's 18-29 age group ranks highest nationwide in English language proficiency, computer literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills, indicating a workforce adept at meeting the diverse needs of various industrial sectors.
Recognizing the government's effective efforts in skill training and development, the report commends the significant influence of ASAP Kerala in providing skills to more than 2.5 lakh higher secondary students over the past decade. Furthermore, the Community Skill Parks and Centres of Excellence established by ASAP Kerala have gained recognition as exemplary models for advanced technology training nationwide.
Source: IANS

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