Fresher Job Market in India: Week of October 6, 2026 - Over 64,000 Openings This Week

FirstHire tracked 64,581 new job openings for freshers (0-2 years experience) in India this week, a significant number for early-career job seekers. Sales and business development roles were the most numerous, and IT services giant Accenture led the list of top hiring companies. The market continues to show a strong demand for entry-level talent across various sectors and cities.

Openings this week

Of the 64,581 total jobs tracked by FirstHire in the last seven days, a majority are accessible to candidates with no prior work experience.

• Total Openings: 64,581
• No Experience Required: 37,586 openings, making up about 58% of the total.
• Internships: 5,300 internship positions were posted.
• Work Mode: The vast majority of roles are office-based. FirstHire found 3,916 remote jobs (6% of total) and 1,587 hybrid roles (2.5% of total).

Who is hiring

This week's hiring activity was led by large IT services and consulting firms, along with major players in the financial services sector. Hiring was concentrated in major metropolitan hubs.

Top Companies: FirstHire data shows that 26,614 companies posted openings for freshers this week. The top hirers were: - Accenture: 1,099 openings - Bajaj Finance: 955 openings - Infosys: 772 openings - Amazon: 464 openings - IBM: 437 openings

Other major recruiters included EY, Flexiple, and EXL. You can find dedicated pages for top companies like Accenture, Infosys, and TCS on FirstHire.

Top Cities: Job openings were concentrated in major tech and business hubs. The leading cities for fresher jobs were: - Bengaluru: 7,722 openings - Hyderabad: 3,746 openings - Chennai: 3,053 openings - Mumbai: 3,011 openings - Gurugram: 2,965 openings

Other active cities included Noida, Pune, Ahmedabad, and Delhi.

Top Roles: Sales and customer-facing roles continue to dominate the fresher job market, followed by a strong showing from core technology and business functions. - Sales and business development: 8,797 openings - Customer support: 4,599 openings - Marketing and content: 4,165 openings - Software engineering: 4,137 openings - Finance and accounting: 3,520 openings

What it pays

Salary transparency remains a challenge, with many companies not disclosing pay in job descriptions. However, based on a sample of 13,906 job postings that did include salary information, FirstHire calculated the following median range for fresher roles:

• Median Salary Range: ₹2.5 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum) to ₹4.2 LPA.

This is the range between the median low-end salary and the median high-end salary from the sample. Actual salaries can vary significantly based on the role, company, location, and your skills. For example, specialized IT roles at product companies tend to pay more than the median.

Hiring news this week

Several notable developments in the fresher hiring space occurred over the last couple of weeks.

• Delhi University Placement Drive: The University of Delhi is holding its 'AVASAR 2026' placement drive on October 7. Over 85 organizations, including SPRIX Japan, Teach for India, and Kotak Life, are expected to participate, with over 4,000 students registered.

• TCS Hiring Initiatives: TCS has several active hiring drives. The TCS MBA Hiring program is open for the batch of 2026, targeting postgraduates in fields like Marketing, Finance, and Operations for an in-center test. Additionally, the TCS B.Sc Ignite Hiring program is open for 2026 science graduates from specific streams like CS, IT, Maths, and Data Science. On October 1st, TCS also announced it would be transitioning Best Buy's Global Capability Center in India.

• DoorDash to Add Jobs in Hyderabad: Food delivery giant DoorDash announced it will create 3,000 jobs in India over the next two years at its new technology hub in Hyderabad.

• Campus Hiring Trends: A recent Unstop Talent Report 2026 found that while 87.8% of companies are actively recruiting from campuses, a large percentage of undergraduate students remain unplaced. This highlights a growing emphasis on skills-first hiring, where employers prioritize practical abilities over just degrees.

What to do this week

1. Target Top Hiring Roles: With over 8,700 openings in Sales and Business Development and over 4,100 in Software Engineering, focus your efforts on these high-demand areas. Tailor your resume with relevant skills and projects for roles like Software Developer or Data Analyst.

1. Focus on Key Cities: Bengaluru and Hyderabad are leading the pack with a combined total of over 11,000 openings. If you are flexible on location, concentrate your search on these cities by exploring jobs in Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

1. Follow Top Companies: Accenture, Bajaj Finance, and Infosys posted the most jobs this week. Follow their pages on hiring platforms, set up alerts, and visit their career sections directly. Explore the full list of companies hiring freshers on FirstHire.

1. Look for Walk-in Drives: Several companies are conducting walk-in interviews. For instance, a Tech Mahindra drive for international voice processes is scheduled from October 5 to 10. Keep an eye on our walk-in drives page for the latest updates.

FAQ

How can I get a job with 0 years of experience?

Over half of the jobs FirstHire tracked this week (37,586 out of 64,581) were open to candidates with no experience. To secure these roles, focus on showcasing your skills. Build a portfolio of projects, highlight relevant coursework, and gain practical experience through internships. Emphasize soft skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, which 78% of hiring managers consider as important as technical knowledge, according to a 2026 survey.

Are remote jobs for freshers common?

They are not common, but they exist. This week, FirstHire tracked 3,916 fully remote fresher jobs, which is about 6% of all total openings. While most companies prefer freshers to work from the office for training and integration, you can find all available work-from-home opportunities on our dedicated remote jobs page.

What salary can I expect as a fresher in 2026?

Based on FirstHire's data from over 13,000 job postings, the median salary range for freshers is between ₹2.5 LPA and ₹4.2 LPA. However, this varies widely. An Unstop Talent Report 2026 noted that while 73% of students expect a salary above ₹5 LPA, only 40% receive offers at that level. Specialized roles can command higher packages; for example, TCS offers ₹7-12 LPA for its Digital and Prime roles.