More than 74.52 lakh new jobs were added in India’s unorganised sector in 2025, marking a 6.18% increase compared to the previous year. The number of establishments also rose to 7.92 crore during this period, showing a growth of about 7.97%.
Gross Value Added (GVA) in the sector grew by 10.87% at current prices, driven mainly by a 16.77% increase in the trade sector. Manufacturing and other services sectors also saw growth rates of 8.52% and 7.36% respectively.
Emolument per hired worker rose by 3.88% in 2025 compared to the previous year, indicating an improvement in wage levels. Women-owned establishments accounted for 27% of the total, up from 26.2% in the previous period.
The share of establishments using the internet increased significantly from 26.7% to 39.4%, showcasing the sector’s growing digital integration. The unincorporated non-agricultural sector plays a vital role in India’s economy, contributing significantly to employment and GDP.
The sector supports millions of livelihoods and facilitates the production and distribution of goods and services nationwide. By complementing the incorporated sector and strengthening domestic value chains, it plays a crucial role in the country’s socio-economic development.
The Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) focuses on measuring economic and operational aspects of unincorporated non-agricultural establishments in manufacturing, trade, and other services sectors. It gathers data on various indicators like the number of workers, GVA, emoluments, fixed assets, and ICT usage.
