Indeed's Hiring Confidence Index found that Indian job seekers are most frustrated by silence after applying. The survey points to a trust gap, with candidates seeking clearer timelines, fairer assessments, and transparency on AI use.

  • 29% of job seekers say receiving no response after applying is the most frustrating part of the hiring journey.
  • Candidates want clear role expectations, transparent hiring timelines, and meaningful recruiter interactions.
  • 54% of job seekers prefer skills assessments over traditional resume‑led evaluation.

India's hiring landscape has a trust gap, with job seekers calling for greater transparency, clearer communication, and fairer evaluation during recruitment, according to Indeed's inaugural Hiring Confidence Index.

Job Seeker Expectations

India Today Education Desk Updated: Sep 3, 2026, 13:35 IST

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The report found that job seekers do not expect every application to result in a job, but they want to know where they stand during the process. Clear role expectations (27 %), transparent hiring timelines (23 %), and meaningful recruiter interactions (19 %) emerged as the strongest drivers of a positive hiring experience.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that job seekers are demanding clear communication and transparency to understand their position in the hiring process, which builds confidence for both candidates and employers.

"Finding a job shouldn't feel like sending applications into a black hole." - Rohan Sylvester, Talent Strategy Advisor, Indeed

Frequently Asked Questions

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Did You Know?: 54% of job seekers prefer skills assessments over traditional resume‑led evaluation.