'Workers with AI skills in demand, but GenAI is hitting white-collar hiring'

NEW DELHI: Generative AI has begun cutting into entry-level white-collar hiring in India even as the demand for wo-rkers with AI skills grows, signalling a labour market where some junior roles may disa-ppear while new occupations emerge, World Bank has said. In 'The World Development Report 2026: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence', it said GenAI reduced monthly job postings in India for white-collar occupations most amenable to AI and least complementary to it, with entry-level workers disproportionately affected.

Generative AI has started impacting entry-level white-collar hiring in India as demand for AI skills rises. Job postings have declined significantly for roles where AI can serve as substitutes. While some positions may vanish, new roles like AI ethics specialists are emerging. The World Bank report emphasizes the need for skills that allow workers to adapt effectively.

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