A Naukri report reveals a staggering 77% of Indian professionals now use AI at work, with AI-skilled workers earning higher salaries and demand for AI expertise in tech jobs surging 17-fold since 2020.
15.4
AI Skills in Tech Job Descriptions
2020: 0.9→15.4
A new 'World AI Day Report 2026' by Naukri reveals that a significant **77%** of Indian professionals are currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their workplaces. The report highlights a clear link between AI skills and higher earnings, with AI-skilled workers commanding better salaries than their peers. Demand for AI expertise has surged dramatically, increasing nearly **17 times** in technology job descriptions since 2020, now appearing in **15.4%** of such roles (up from 0.9%). Even in non-tech roles, AI skill mentions have grown almost six-fold. Despite widespread adoption, only 35% of professionals receive formal AI training from their employers, with 23% relying on self-learning. This indicates a critical need for structured upskilling to harness AI's full potential across the workforce.
💭 If you're wondering…
AI augmentation refers to the use of artificial intelligence to enhance human capabilities and performance, rather than replacing human workers entirely. It focuses on AI tools assisting humans in their tasks, improving efficiency and decision-making.
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