
India’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.9%: Key Takeaways from February’s Job Data
India’s overall unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 and above declined marginally to 4.9% in February 2026, down from 5% in January. This data comes from the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data indicates a steadying labor market, specifically bolstered by a significant recovery in […]














