Indian States with Highest & Lowest Unemployment Rate

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India's unemployment rates vary widely across states due to factors like industrial growth, education, and urbanization. Here are the top 10 states with the highest and lowest unemployment in 2024.

1

Haryana (Highest)

Haryana leads with the highest unemployment rate in India at 27.5%. The state's dependency on agriculture and lack of industry diversification contribute to this issue.

2

Rajasthan (Highest)

Rajasthan faces high unemployment at 19.8%, mainly due to a low industrial base and a large rural population that relies on seasonal agriculture.

3

Jammu & Kashmir (Highest)

With limited private sector growth and ongoing political challenges, Jammu & Kashmir experiences an unemployment rate of 18.7%.

4

Jharkhand (Highest)

Despite being rich in minerals, Jharkhand struggles with unemployment due to slow industrialization and limited job opportunities in rural areas.

5

Tripura (Highest)

Tripura’s 17.2% unemployment rate stems from its limited industrialization and a lack of diverse economic sectors, relying heavily on agriculture and government jobs.

6

Meghalaya (Lowest)

Meghalaya boasts the lowest unemployment rate in India at 0.7%, thanks to its thriving agriculture and small-scale industries, alongside government job opportunities.

7

Uttarakhand (Lowest)

Uttarakhand's economy benefits from tourism, agriculture, and industrial growth, contributing to its low unemployment rate of 0.8%.

8

Gujarat (Lowest)

Gujarat's robust industrial sector, with its focus on manufacturing and trade, has kept unemployment low at 1.1%, showcasing economic stability.

9

Karnataka (Lowest)

Karnataka’s booming tech industry and startup culture have contributed to its low unemployment rate of 1.5%, making it a hub for job seekers.

10

Odisha (Lowest)

Odisha’s growing industrial sector and efforts in education and infrastructure have led to a low unemployment rate of 1.7%.