Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Indian Retailers Expand Hiring, Targeting Smaller Cities
Big stores in India are hiring a lot more people.
Companies like Reliance Retail are opening many new stores, especially in smaller towns and cities, because more people are shopping there.
Even though some stores closed in the past, many new ones have opened, and the companies need more staff.
Temporary jobs are also increasing because of upcoming festivals and more people shopping.
Store managers in smaller cities can earn a good salary.
Top Indian retailers, including Reliance Retail and Avenue Supermarts, are significantly increasing hiring.
Hiring is primarily driven by expansion in tier 2 and smaller cities, offsetting slower urban demand.
Reliance Retail increased its workforce by 19% in fiscal year 2024-25, opening 2,659 new stores.
Retailers are focusing on building in-store experiences and omnichannel capabilities.
Temporary workforce demand is expected to surge in the coming quarter due to festive seasons.
- Who
- Major retailers such as Reliance Retail, Avenue Supermarts, and others.
- What
- Indian retailers are significantly increasing hiring, particularly in tier 2 and smaller cities.
- When
- Fiscal year 2024-25 and upcoming quarters.
- Where
- India, especially in tier 2 and smaller cities.
- Why
- Driven by growth in smaller cities and the need to build in-store and omnichannel capabilities.
- Retail Market Projection
- $2 trillion by 2032
- Retail Sector Hiring Increase
- 12-15% for temporary roles, 8-10% for permanent roles (2025)
- Reliance Retail Employee Count (FY25)
- 247,782
- Reliance Retail Store Count (FY25)
- 19,340
