AI Talent Shortage Hampers Rapid Adoption Goals in India

Despite 98% of Indian business leaders prioritizing AI adoption for 2025, companies face significant challenges in finding skilled professionals to meet demand.

A LinkedIn report reveals that 98% of Indian business leaders have made AI adoption a strategic priority for 2025, highlighting its growing importance in business transformation.
HR professionals report that fewer than half of job applications meet required qualifications, with technical skills like AI expertise and software development among the hardest to find.
Soft skills, such as communication and problem-solving, are also in short supply, creating additional barriers to effective AI integration in workplaces.
Companies are adopting selective hiring practices, with over half of HR professionals only considering candidates who meet at least 80% of job qualifications.
To address the talent gap, LinkedIn is introducing AI-powered hiring tools and learning solutions aimed at streamlining recruitment and upskilling employees in both technical and human-centric skills.