Employment in India’s unincorporated sector surges to 128.1 million in 2025

India’s small businesses created 7.5 million new jobs in 2025. Total jobs reached 128.1 million, a significant rise. The services sector led job growth, followed by trade and manufacturing. Gross value added also increased, with rural establishments showing strong performance. Digital adoption surged among businesses, indicating increased internet reliance for operations. Average emoluments and labour productivity saw improvements.