Business
Kolkata’s Job Market: Transforming into a Hub of Opportunities – Arghya Sarkar, Founder of Recruitment Mantra
Kolkata, December 30, 2024
Kolkata, the cultural capital of India, is undergoing a remarkable transformation in its job market, signaling a significant shift in the city’s economic trajectory. Known for its rich heritage and intellectual contributions, Kolkata is now emerging as a vibrant hub for diverse industries, offering a wealth of opportunities for professionals.
Arghya Sarkar, founder of Recruitment Mantra, one of Kolkata’s top recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) companies and HR consultancies, sheds light on this evolution. “What we’re seeing isn’t just a temporary surge. It’s a paradigm shift that is setting the stage for sustained growth in the city’s job market,” he said.
IT and Technology: A Rising Star
While cities like Bengaluru and Hyderabad have long dominated India’s IT landscape, Kolkata is carving out its space as an emerging tech hub. The IT parks in Salt Lake Sector V and New Town have become magnets for global tech companies, fueling demand for professionals in software development, data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity.
Kolkata’s renowned academic institutions, such as Jadavpur University and the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), are supplying a steady stream of skilled graduates. The city’s startup ecosystem in fintech, edtech, and e-commerce is also flourishing, driving innovation and creating jobs.
Manufacturing and Infrastructure: Revival in Progress
Kolkata’s industrial heritage, once dominated by steel, jute, and coal, is being revitalized through modernization and strategic investments. Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and large-scale infrastructure projects, such as the East-West Metro Corridor and the Kolkata Port development, are generating substantial employment in construction, engineering, and logistics.
“Demand for skilled engineers, project managers, and supply chain professionals has skyrocketed,” Sarkar noted.
Government-Led Growth and Skilling Initiatives
The West Bengal government’s commitment to attracting businesses and fostering economic growth has been instrumental in reshaping the job market. Investments in infrastructure, coupled with initiatives to enhance digital transformation and entrepreneurship, are driving progress.
A significant focus on skill development and reskilling programs is bridging the gap between industry demands and workforce readiness. These efforts are preparing professionals for roles in high-growth sectors like digital marketing, AI, and data science.
Sarkar emphasized, “The government’s emphasis on upskilling is creating a workforce ready to excel in emerging industries, ensuring a brighter future for the city’s talent pool.”
Creative Industries and E-Commerce Boom
Kolkata’s long-standing reputation as a creative hub is gaining a new dimension with the rise of digital media and advertising. Businesses are seeking graphic designers, content creators, and social media specialists to enhance their digital presence.
The e-commerce sector is also thriving, with giants like Amazon and Flipkart expanding their operations in the region. This growth has spurred job creation in logistics, operations management, and customer support.
Challenges to Overcome
Despite the positive momentum, challenges persist. The skills gap in emerging industries and the need for improved urban infrastructure remain significant concerns. Sarkar highlighted the importance of continuous education, industry-academia collaboration, and investments in both physical and digital infrastructure to sustain growth.
Looking Ahead
As Kolkata enters 2025, its job market is poised for sustained expansion. From the burgeoning tech sector to the revival of manufacturing and the growth of e-commerce, opportunities abound for professionals and businesses alike.
“Kolkata is no longer just a city of culture and history; it’s transforming into a city of boundless opportunities,” Sarkar concluded. “This is the time for professionals and businesses to tap into its immense potential and thrive in this evolving landscape.”
Kolkata’s transformation into an economic powerhouse underscores its resilience and adaptability, solidifying its position as a key player in India’s growth story.
Business
ArMee Infotech IPO: What the grey market premium suggests
ArMee Infotech’s Rs 300-crore IPO opened for subscription on September 23, with a price band of Rs 350-375 per share; the issue closes September 25, with listing on NSE and BSE tentatively set for September 30.
ArMee Infotech’s IPO was reported to be commanding a modest premium in the grey market ahead of its September 23 opening.
Grey market activity is unofficial and not regulated, so it is not a guaranteed indicator of listing-day performance.
The IPO’s price band is Rs 350 to Rs 375 per share.
The issue closes September 25, with listing tentatively set for September 30 on NSE and BSE.
It is a fresh issue of 80 lakh shares worth Rs 300 crore.
At the upper end of the price band, the minimum retail investment works out to about Rs 15,000.
The book-built issue is an entirely fresh issue of 80 lakh equity shares, worth Rs 300 crore.
Allotment for the IPO is expected to be finalised on September 28.
The shares are tentatively scheduled to list on the NSE and BSE on September 30.
In the grey market, the issue was reported to be commanding a modest premium ahead of listing, though grey market activity is unofficial and not regulated.
A grey market premium reflects unofficial trading sentiment before an IPO lists, and is not a guaranteed indicator of listing-day performance.
IPO investors are advised to review a company’s red herring prospectus for full financial and risk disclosures before subscribing.
India’s IPO market has seen a steady stream of new listings across sectors through 2026.
The NSE and BSE are India’s two main stock exchanges, both based in Mumbai.
A book-built IPO allows the final issue price to be discovered through investor bidding within the announced price band.
IPO proceeds from a fresh issue typically go toward the company’s own business needs, such as expansion or debt repayment, rather than existing shareholders cashing out.
Retail, non-institutional and qualified institutional investor categories each have separate allocation quotas in most Indian IPOs.
SEBI, the Securities and Exchange Board of India, regulates public issues and oversees disclosure requirements for companies going public.
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Business
Sensex loses 330 points as market sentiment turns negative
The Sensex closed 0.44% lower at 74,529.08 and the Nifty 50 ended 0.36% lower at 23,329 on September 22, snapping the Nifty’s four-day winning streak amid mixed global cues.
The Sensex lost around 330 points on September 22, closing 0.44% lower at 74,529.08.
The Nifty 50 ended 0.36% lower at 23,329.
It was the Nifty’s first lower close after four straight days of gains.
Mixed global cues and foreign investor outflows were behind the fall.
The market had opened higher before turning negative through the session.
Mixed global cues and foreign investor outflows weighed on sentiment during the session.
The market had opened higher earlier in the day before losing ground through the session.
GIFT Nifty had earlier pointed to a positive opening for the session before markets turned negative.
Indian benchmark indices have seen a volatile few sessions amid a mix of domestic and global factors.
The BSE and NSE are India’s two main stock exchanges, based in Mumbai.
Foreign institutional investors have been a key factor in recent market swings in India.
Sectoral indices showed a mixed trend during the session, with some sectors outperforming the benchmark indices.
Indian markets remain closely watched for cues from global central bank policy and crude oil prices.
The Sensex and Nifty 50 are the most widely tracked benchmark indices for Indian equity markets.
The Sensex tracks 30 large, well-established companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange.
The Nifty 50 tracks 50 large companies listed on the National Stock Exchange.
Market analysts often attribute single-session swings to a combination of global cues, domestic data and investor positioning.
Retail participation in Indian equity markets has grown significantly over the past several years.
Quarterly corporate earnings season is often a key driver of individual stock movements around this time of year.
Crude oil prices and the rupee’s exchange rate against the US dollar are commonly watched indicators for Indian markets.
Domestic institutional investors, including mutual funds and insurance companies, are also significant participants in Indian equity trading.
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Business
Should you worry about a 1.36x retail subscription? NSE IPO explained
The Rs 22,569 crore NSE IPO closed on September 21 with 5.69 times subscription, led by qualified institutional buyers at 12.68 times, with retail investors at 1.36 times and listing expected on September 24.
Retail investors subscribed the NSE IPO 1.36 times, a lower multiple than institutions at 12.68 times.
The retail quota is a smaller share of the offer, and its subscription depends on the lot size and price.
One lot is 8 shares, so the minimum investment is about Rs 14,280.
Overall subscription was 5.69 times.
Listing is expected on September 24.
The lot size is 8 shares, which makes the minimum investment about Rs 14,280 at the upper end of the price band.
The issue is entirely an offer for sale, which means the proceeds go to existing shareholders selling their stake and not to the exchange itself.
Bidding opened on September 17, 2026, and closed on September 21, 2026.
The shares are tentatively expected to list on September 24, 2026.
The grey market premium was reported at about Rs 61 per share, which would suggest listing gains of around 3.5 percent, though grey market figures are unofficial and can change quickly.
After Hyundai Motor India’s Rs 27,870 crore IPO in 2024, the NSE issue is the second-largest public offering in India.
Earlier on the final day, the issue had been reported at 1.16 times subscription before institutional demand came in late in the day.
The size of the offer drew liquidity away from the secondary market during the week, and market commentary linked it to the muted gains in benchmark indices.
Investors who applied in the IPO can check allotment status through the registrar once the basis of allotment is finalised, which is expected on September 22.
IPO subscription figures show demand at the close of bidding and do not guarantee a listing gain, since listing-day prices depend on market conditions.
The Rs 22,569 crore initial public offering of the National Stock Exchange of India received 5.69 times subscription on the final day of bidding, September 21, 2026.
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