Rate of labor participation across India 2017-2023

Published by
Manya Rathore,
Dec 11, 2024

The PLFS survey 2023-24 estimated that the labor force participation rate (LFPR) in urban areas increased to over 52 percent, higher than the previous year but still lower than in the rural areas. Labor force participation across the country stood at just over 60 percent.

Rate of labor force participation (LFPR) across rural and urban India from July 2017 to June 2024

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Release date

September 2024

Region

India

Survey time period

July 2021 to June 2024

Number of respondents

1,80,793 in rural areas and 1,39,980 in urban areas

Age group

15+

Special properties

PLFS survey

Method of interview

Face-to-face interview

Supplementary notes

Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in usual status (ps+ss) for persons of age 15 years and above.

2023-24 refers to the period July 2023 – June 2024 and likewise for other years.

Count refers to the latest year of survey.

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