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The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation released the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report for 2025, highlighting stable Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) and Worker Population Ratio (WPR) compared to 2024. A notable decline in unemployment rates among urban female and educated persons was observed. The manufacturing sector
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The latest report from the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation highlights notable improvements in employment indicators for October-December 2025. The Labour Force Participation Rate rose to 55.8%, while the Worker Population Ratio increased to 53.1%. Female LFPR showed significant growth, particularly in rural areas, and the overall
Labour Force Participation Rate
The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for July-September 2025 indicates a slight increase in the overall Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) to 55.1%, with female LFPR rising to 33.7%. The Worker Population Ratio (WPR) also saw a marginal increase to 52.2%, while the Unemployment Rate (UR) declined
Labour Force Participation Rate
The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for September 2025 indicates a continued rise in the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR), reaching a five-month high of 55.3%. Female LFPR has also increased to 34.1%, the highest since May 2025, driven by growth in rural female participation. The Worker Population
Labour Force Participation Rate
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation released the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Quarterly Bulletin for April-June 2025 and Monthly Bulletin for July 2025, highlighting significant labour market indicators. The revamped PLFS methodology now includes estimates for both rural and urban areas, with key findings showing a Labour Force