During a protest rally in Srinagar in 2025.

What this means for your job search: This regional data suggests higher competition for tech roles specifically within the Srinagar/Jammu & Kashmir region. If applying there, consider broadening your geographic search or highlighting niche skills to differentiate yourself. Unemployment rate has soared to 6.7 pc against the national average of 3.5 pc in 2024-25; over 77,000 posts are vacant in government departments.