Indeed Reveals India’s Best Jobs For 2025 

Architects Lead the Rankings, Outpacing Tech Roles

Urbanization and sustainable design fuel demand for architects, making it the top job in India for 2025

Bangalore: For years, India’s job market has been synonymous with tech—software engineers, data scientists, and AI specialists have dominated hiring trends. But in 2025, Architects lead the top spot.

Indeed, the global matching and hiring platform today announced its annual list of the Best Jobs for 2025 in India. Architects are now the most in-demand professionals in the country, with an 81% increase in the share of jobs posted YoY and an average annual salary of ₹1,495,353. The ranking, based on job postings, salary trends, and growth potential, highlights how India’s rapid urbanization, infrastructure boom, and push for sustainable construction are reshaping hiring priorities.  As metros expand, smart cities take shape, and companies invest in energy-efficient office spaces, architects are at the centre of this transformation.

“For the first time in years, a non-tech role has topped our Best Jobs list,” says Sashi Kumar, Head of Sales at Indeed India. “India’s growing cities, new commercial hubs, and booming real estate are driving demand for architects who can design the future.” 

Tech & data roles still dominate the list

While AI continues to dominate conversations around the future of work, foundational technology roles play a critical part in ensuring that the technology ecosystem remains robust, secure, and scalable. From Data Engineers and Data Analysts who manage and decode vast datasets to Site Reliability Engineers and Technical Consultants who maintain system stability, these jobs are essential in keeping businesses agile, efficient, and future-ready. With organizations prioritizing operational efficiency and resilience, professionals in these tech roles are not only shaping India’s tech industry but also paving the way for long-term digital transformation.
Mr. Kumar adds “As India enters 2025, —tech remains dominant, but fields like architecture, project management, and urban planning are gaining ground. The demand for professionals who can design, build, and sustain India’s growth story is higher than ever.”

FULL RANKING OF THE TOP 15 JOBS IN INDIA ARE:  For more insights on India’s Best Jobs 2025. 

Rank	Job Role	Mean Salary (Indian Rupees)	% Change in Job Postings (YoY) 2023 – 2024
1	Architect	₹ 14,95,353	81%
2	Senior Java Developer	₹ 15,45,724	58%
3	Operations Manager	₹ 8,16,006	58%
4	Technical Lead	₹ 16,88,632	53%
5	Data Engineer	₹ 16,02,858	48%
6	SAP Consultant	₹ 14,08,031	44%
7	Project Manager	₹ 9,60,581	43%
8	Data Analyst	₹ 8,51,054	41%
9	Senior Software Engineer	₹ 13,58,750	35%
10	Site Reliability Engineer	₹ 16,63,881	33%
11	Software Test Engineer	₹ 8,94,342	32%
12	User Experience Designer	₹ 9,32,764	26%
13	Technical Consultant	₹ 12,65,865	17%
14	Software Architect	₹ 24,20,495	17%
15	Data Scientist	₹ 13,78,390	13%

Methodology:

Indeed compiled this list by including jobs with an average base salary for full-time roles in India and growth in the share of postings from 2023 to 2024.