DBT Bureau
Pune, 18 May 2025
The Indian telecom sector continues its stable trajectory in workforce demand, with 45% of freshers’ hiring intent projected for the first half of 2025. According to the TeamLease EdTech Career Outlook Report (HY1, January–June 2025), telecom remains a significant employment generator as the sector rapidly transitions to 5G networks, cloud-native architecture, and enhanced cyber resilience.
While the sector witnessed a marginal decline from the 48% freshers hiring intent reported in the previous half-year (July–December 2024), the momentum remains robust, driven by demand for specialized roles. Delhi (49%), Ahmedabad (41%) and Coimbatore (35%) have recorded the highest demand for RF Engineers. Network Security Analysts have the highest demand in Bangalore, Mumbai, Nagpur at 48%, 43%, and 38% respectively. Field Technical Engineers roles are required in Hyderabad (55%), Kolkata (48%) and Indore (43%). Pune (44%) stands out for its focus on Junior DevOps Engineers, followed by Gurugram (40%) and Kochi (35%). Similarly, Chennai at 51%, Nagpur at 45% and Chandigarh at 37% have recorded the highest demand for Cloud Network Engineers.
Freshers can find varied opportunities in the sector but with domain-specific skills, particularly in network security, cloud computing, and DevOps. Certifications in RF Wireless Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Network Architecture have become increasingly relevant. Essential tech tools like project management software and task tracking platforms are also considered vital by employers to streamline complex network deployment and management functions.
Commenting on the hiring intent trends of the industry, Shantanu Rooj, Founder and CEO of TeamLease Edtech said, “Though the sector is expanding, employers are not just hiring to scale operations. They wish to future-proof their networks with specialized talent. This is where freshers with targeted certifications in RF, cybersecurity, and cloud ecosystems stand out. We’re also seeing telecom roles blend with IT and data functions, creating hybrid job profiles that didn’t exist a few years ago. It’s a signal for academic institutions to realign curriculum and for aspirants to skill up with agility.”
Besides technical skills, aspirants also need to focus on associated soft skills, including analytical reasoning, adaptability, and interpersonal communication.
