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Are Indian Graduates Overqualified and Underprepared for the Workplace?
A hiring manager highlights a common challenge in campus recruitment, where students with extensive academic credentials struggle to apply their knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios.
askFinz Newsroom· Jun 20, 2026#students#simultaneously#overqualified#underprepared?
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- Credential inflation is exacerbating the issue of overqualification versus underpreparedness among Indian graduates.
- The India Skills Report highlights a concerning trend where only about half of Indian graduates are considered employable, despite an increase from previous years.
- Students often struggle to apply their extensive knowledge in practical scenarios due to insufficient critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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