A new report by TERN Group, an AI-powered global talent mobility platform, shows that 92 percent of Indian youth are interested in applying for international jobs if they are given free visa, hiring, and training support. The survey highlights that Indian youth are highly ambitious but face many difficulties when trying to work abroad.

The biggest problem, according to the survey, is a lack of proper guidance. Around 57 percent of those surveyed said they don’t know how to start the application process. Many young people also face trust issues, with 34.6 percent saying they are afraid of being cheated by fake agents or foreign recruiters.

"India is home to one of the world's youngest and most ambitious workforces—yet millions remain cut off from global opportunities. At the centre of this problem lie unaddressed systematic challenges, like unethical agents and recruiters charging exorbitant fees and scamming candidates," said Avinav Nigam, founder and CEO of TERN Group.

Another 27 percent of young job seekers are discouraged by high fees charged by agencies, many of which are not reliable. These high costs often stop talented youth from chasing global dreams.

"Another challenge faced by the youth is a lack of quality upskilling programs for a smooth transition into global workspaces," Mr. Nigam added.

The report also mentions two key factors that can help young Indians access international job opportunities—quick job matching, supported by 63.5 percent of respondents, and language support, supported by 36.5 percent.

The survey was conducted with 2,500 young professionals in high-demand fields like healthcare, logistics, and engineering. Nearly 79 percent of the respondents were from the healthcare industry, including nurses, dental assistants, and paramedics.

At a time when countries like Germany, the UK, Japan, and Gulf nations are facing shortages in skilled workers, this survey shows that India has a large pool of skilled youth ready to contribute to global workforces.

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