India’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.2% in the July–September 2025 quarter, improving from 5.4% in the previous quarter, according to the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
- Rural unemployment: 4.4%
- Urban unemployment: 6.9%
The female labour force participation rate also saw a slight rise — from 33.4% to 33.7% — indicating gradual progress in women’s workforce involvement.
The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) among individuals aged 15 years and above increased marginally to 55.1%, reflecting a steady expansion in employment opportunities and economic activity.
