Employment, Labour & Skill Development

Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025 – Unemployment & LFPR

Aspect

Description

Introduction / Concept

  • PLFS is the primary survey in India for the regular and scientific assessment of employment, unemployment, Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR), and labour market conditions.

Background

  • Launched in 2017-18 to address the lack of reliable employment data. The 2025 figures reflect the latest trends in the current economic landscape.

Key Features

  • Key Indicators: Unemployment Rate (UR), Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR), and Worker Population Ratio (WPR).
  • Analysis of separate data for rural and urban areas.
  • Issuance of Annual and Quarterly reports.

Positive Impact / Significance

  • Assists in formulating ....
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