One crore job applications received from women in tier-II, III cities in 2023: Report

The number of women joining the active workforce in tier-II and III cities grew by 13% in 2023, with 1 crore applications. In 2022, there were 2.7 crore applications, 87 lakh of which were from women seeking financial independence. The total applications for tier-II and III cities in 2023 were 3.2 crore, with 1 crore from women. Over 100 job applications per minute from women in these cities signify a turning point in workforce dynamics.