India’s semiconductor ecosystem is rapidly expanding—and with it comes a tidal wave of employment opportunities. According to a recent report by NLB Services, the semiconductor sector is projected to generate 1 million jobs across fabrication, packaging, design, software, supply chain, and more by the end of 2026
What the Numbers Reveal
Breaking it down:
300,000 jobs in chip fabrication
200,000 roles in ATMP (Assembly, Testing, Marking & Packaging)
The remaining 500,000 will be spread across chip design, software, system circuits, and manufacturing supply chain management
This surge will drive demand for engineers, operators, technicians, procurement experts, and materials specialists
The Growth Engine: Government + Private Sector
India’s semiconductor ambitions are backed by significant investment:
The Semicon India Programme: ₹76,000 crore to support fabs, display manufacturers, and ecosystem partners
Budget allocations:
₹1,500 crore for chip fabs
₹100 crore for display manufacturing
₹900 crore to modernize the Mohali Semiconductor Lab
Several new assembly/testing plants are coming up soon
Combined with government incentives, the private sector has ramped up investments, establishing new factories and generating employment across high-tech and support fuctions.
The Skills Challenge
To meet the 1 million jobs target, India must upskill 500,000 semiconductor professionals each year
This includes:
Engineers and operators
Technicians and quality-control specialists
Procurement and materials engineers
Sachin Alug, CEO of NLB Services, emphasizes how vital hands-on internships are:
These internships provide invaluable practical experience … investment in skilling and re-skilling to go up by 25 percent in the next 2‑3 years
Market Outlook
Current market size: USD 29.84 billion (FY 2023)
Projected growth: USD 79.20 billion by FY 2031 (~13.6 % CAGR)
This robust growth signals sustained demand across fabrication, assembly, testing, design, and software engineering—all requiring well-trained professionals.
Why This Matters for Aspiring Engineers
Massive Job Availability: Job opportunities in fabs, chip design, ATMP, embedded software, and supply chains.
Skill Emphasis: The industry seeks hands-on experience—internships and labs matter more than theoretical learning.
Workforce Expansion: Semicon-focused roles are growing dramatically in colleges, apprenticeship programs, and technical training.
How MOSart Labs Helps You Tap This Boom
At MOSart Labs, we’re deeply aligned with India’s semiconductor vision:
Hands‑on curriculum: Projects spanning RTL design, synthesis, STA, and physical design
Industrial tool access: Cadence, Synopsys, and more
Partnerships & internships: Connecting students directly to fabs and chip‑design R&D
Skill readiness: From operator roles to design engineers, our training meets industry demand
If you’re aiming for roles that can shape the trajectory of India’s semiconductor ambitions, our IIT-certified VLSI program positions you at the forefront.
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Key Takeaways
1 million semiconductor jobs expected in India by 2026—spanning fabrication, ATMP, design, software, and supply chain
Skill gap looms—500,000 professionals must be upskilled yearly
Industry-ready training with practical labs and internships is crucial
At MOSart Labs, we equip you to join this transformative wave—not just as a job seeker, but as a key contributor to India’s semiconductor revolution.
