December 1st 2025.
A recent report has revealed that there has been a significant increase in the participation of women in creative and design roles. This is mainly due to the growing popularity of digital-first careers such as graphic design, content creation, and visual communication. The report, conducted by blue and grey-collar recruitment platform WorkIndia, shows that Indian women are now entering high-skill, male-dominated professions at an unprecedented rate.
In fact, the data collected by WorkIndia indicates that the number of women in creative and design roles has nearly doubled in 2025 compared to the previous year. This trend is not limited to creative fields, as there has also been a surge in women applying for technical design positions, with a whopping 87% increase. Employers are also recognizing the value of diversity in their workforce, as they have increased job openings in this field by 34%.
On International Men's Day 2025, activists are calling for gender-neutral laws as CSMT lights up in blue to highlight men's issues. This is a significant moment, as it reflects the changing attitudes towards gender roles in India. Even in categories that were once considered to be more balanced, such as Creative and Design, men have shown a growth of 81%. This demonstrates a shift in mindset, where careers are no longer determined by gender, but rather by ambition and skill.
WorkIndia's CEO and co-founder, Nilesh Dungarwal, believes that this is a sign of a new era, where long-held stereotypes are being challenged. He says, "The rise of women in engineering-aligned creative roles and law, alongside men moving confidently into HR and beauty, shows that young Indians are breaking away from traditional gender roles."
The data used in the report was collected from the WorkIndia platform in 2024 and 2025. It also reveals that there has been a significant increase in the number of women applying for legal positions, with a staggering 137% rise from 2024 to 2025. This is the strongest growth across all industries tracked. Employers have also taken note of this shift, with a 55% increase in legal job openings for women.
Interestingly, there has also been a 73% increase in male applicants for Human Resources positions in 2025, compared to the previous year. This is supported by a 58% rise in job postings targeting men, indicating that companies are actively diversifying their workforce. WorkIndia's report suggests that this signals a redefinition of masculinity in the workplace and a growing acceptance of men in roles that were once considered to be dominated by women.
In conclusion, the report shows that there has been a significant transformation in how India views talent and opportunity. It signifies a shift towards a more diverse and inclusive workforce, where individuals are not limited by their gender but are recognized for their skills and potential. This story remains unchanged, except for the headline, as it is a syndicated feed.
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