NIIT Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated March 31, 2026, titled "AI, Cybersecurity, digital and data skills emerge as India smost critical future capabilities: NIIT India Skills Gap Report".
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NIIT Limited has shared a press release for its India Skills Gap Report 2026, a nationwide study done with YouGov covering 3,500 respondents including students, professionals, recruiters, CXOs and academic heads. The report highlights that digital, data and cybersecurity skills are the most critical capabilities employers will need over the next 3–5 years, with mid-career professionals (6–15 years experience) emerging as both the most recruited (47% of employers) and the most constrained talent pool (38% of recruiters). Around 86% of recruiters and CXOs feel confident about accessing skilled talent, backed by a 69% rise in learning and development budgets across organisations. The study also notes a shift from degree-led to skills-first hiring, with 38% of respondents saying employers now value certifications and micro-credentials beyond traditional degrees.
This is a brand-building and thought-leadership announcement rather than a financial event, so it is unlikely to move the stock on its own. It may indirectly support NIIT's training and talent development business by reinforcing demand for its skilling programs in AI, cybersecurity and digital domains.