Labor force participation rate, male (% of male population ages 15+) (national estimate) in India was reported at 76.41 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Labor force participation rate, male (% of male population ages 15+) (national estimate) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Labor force participation rate for ages 15-24, male (%) (modeled ILO estimate) in India was reported at 44.01 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Labor force participation rate for ages 15-24, male (modeled ILO estimate) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

India: Male labor force participation rate: The latest value from 2024 is 77.08 percent, an increase from 76.78 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 69.88 percent, based on data from 176 countries. Historically, the average for India from 1990 to 2024 is 80.78 percent. The minimum value, 75.69 percent, was reached in 2020 while the maximum of 84.3 percent was recorded in 2000.

In a survey conducted between July 2023 and June 2024, the rate of labor participation for the urban male population was over ** percent compared to the over ** percent rate among females. The rate of labor participation in rural areas was lower across genders.

Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate (%) (national estimate) in India was reported at 45.92 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate (national estimate) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Labor force participation rate, male (% of male population ages 15+) (modeled ILO estimate) in India was reported at 77.08 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Labor participation rate, male (% of male population ages 15+) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

The female labor force participation rate in India increased by *** percentage points (*************) in 2024. While the growth is slowing down, with 32.8 percent, the rate is at its peak in the observed period. Female labor force participation is the share of women over 15 years who are economically active. For example, all women providing labor in a specific period for the production of goods and services.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: 60 to 64 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 50.100 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 46.100 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 60 to 64 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 44.050 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 51.300 % in 1998 and a record low of 30.400 % in 2007. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 60 to 64 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G031: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate (%) (modeled ILO estimate) in India was reported at 42.55 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Ratio of female to male labor participation rate - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: 55 to 59 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 72.500 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 73.200 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 55 to 59 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 62.350 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 73.200 % in 2016 and a record low of 51.500 % in 2006. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 55 to 59 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G031: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region shows wide variation in estimated female labor force participation rates (LFPR) among women aged between 15 and 64 years for 2024. North Korea had the highest estimated LFPR in APAC, at about ** percent. Countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Singapore had some of the highest female LFPR in the region, while South Asian countries like Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, and India had some of the lowest shares of women in the labor force. This stark contrast highlights the diverse economic and social landscapes across the region, reflecting varying levels of gender equality and women's empowerment. More opportunities for women? With growing emphasis on gender equality, women across the Asia-Pacific region have gained greater access to education and professional opportunities. Notably, in 2022, many countries across the region had a higher female to male ratio in tertiary education. However, gender inequality in access to opportunities persists, as the proportion of young women not in education, employment, or training (NEET) is significantly higher than the overall youth NEET rate across APAC countries. This disparity is especially pronounced in South Asia, where deep-rooted cultural, social, and economic barriers continue to limit women’s full participation in the workforce. Women in positions of power Despite efforts to advance gender equality, women are still underrepresented in decision-making positions in many governments across the Asia-Pacific region. As such, there was a much lower female representation in ministerial level positions in most APAC countries, compared to that of men. However, New Zealand and Australia stand out for exhibiting a more balanced gender representation in political leadership.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: 30 to 34 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 97.100 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 97.300 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 30 to 34 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 97.900 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 99.400 % in 2003 and a record low of 96.100 % in 2013. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 30 to 34 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G032: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

Inde: Male labor force participation rate: Pour cet indicateur, La Banque mondiale fournit des données pour la Inde de 1991 à 2023. La valeur moyenne pour Inde pendant cette période était de 78.29 pour cent avec un minimum de 73.61 pour cent en 2020 et un maximum de 82.34 pour cent en 2000.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: 20 to 24 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 66.100 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 64.900 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 20 to 24 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 79.050 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 88.300 % in 1996 and a record low of 64.900 % in 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 20 to 24 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G032: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: 25 to 29 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 96.100 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 93.300 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 25 to 29 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 95.850 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 98.100 % in 1999 and a record low of 93.300 % in 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 25 to 29 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G032: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

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Malaysia LFPR: Male: 15 to 19 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 14.000 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 19.100 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 15 to 19 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 23.200 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 40.100 % in 1996 and a record low of 14.000 % in 2017. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 15 to 19 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G032: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

Key information about India Labour Force Participation Rate

• India Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 45.1 % in Dec 2024, compared with 42.4 % in the previous year.
• India Labour Force Participation Rate is updated yearly, available from Dec 1990 to Dec 2024, with an average rate of 57.4 % .
• The data reached the an all-time high of 60.1 % in Dec 2000 and a record low of 36.9 % in Dec 2018.
• India Labour Force Participation Rate is reported by reported by CEIC Data.
• In the latest reports, India Population reached 1,408.0 million people in Mar 2025.
• Unemployment Rate of India increased to 7.1 % in Dec 2020.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: 40 to 44 Years: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 95.700 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 97.100 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 40 to 44 Years: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 96.950 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 98.500 % in 1996 and a record low of 95.700 % in 2017. Malaysia LFPR: Male: 40 to 44 Years: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G032: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.

Malaysia LFPR: Male: Citizens: Indian data was reported at 77.700 % in 2017. This stayed constant from the previous number of 77.700 % for 2016. Malaysia LFPR: Male: Citizens: Indian data is updated yearly, averaging 78.750 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 83.500 % in 1996 and a record low of 76.500 % in 2010. Malaysia LFPR: Male: Citizens: Indian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.G031: Labour Force Survey: Labour Force: Participation Rates: By Ethnic Group.