Women's Workforce In Indian Tech Sector To Grow 5.5% Annually In Next 3 Yrs: Report

New Delhi: The overall annual growth in the women's workforce in the tech sector is anticipated to be 5.5 per cent over the next three years, according to a report.

The report by TeamLease Digital showed that the Women's Workforce Participation Rate (WPR) in the tech industry in India is projected to experience growth, rising from 10.8 per cent in 2022 to an estimated 14.9 per cent by 2027.

Companies are actively recruiting women to lead innovation and bring unique perspectives to high-demand tech roles. As more women join the workforce in India, they account for 1.92 mn of the total tech workforce in India.

The rise of women in tech to 35 per cent by 2027 in Global Capability Centers (GCCs), highlight-ing in-demand roles and challenges faced.

Efforts are needed to bridge the gender gap and provide equal opportunities for women in tech. For women aspiring to make their mark in technology, the financial year 2024-25 presents signifi-cant opportunities in various emerging and critical domains, the report said. As per the report, the top tech roles where women are in high demand include data scientists and analytics professionals.

These are the experts who are skilled in analysing vast datasets to uncover patterns, trends, and insights that can drive innovation and efficiency. Roles including data scientist, data analyst, and ML engineer are the most sought-after roles for women in tech.

The field of cybersecurity also offers women a chance to safeguard digital assets and protect sen-sitive information. Roles including security analyst, security engineer, and ethical hacker are among the popular choices for women.

Cloud computing is another tech area where women are in high demand. The demand for cloud professionals is expected to reach 2 million by 2025, driven by the increasing need for businesses to migrate to the cloud, the report said.