Other Key Findings:

.   Hiring expected to start picking up during the transition period of January to March 2012

·   Consumer Durables/ FMCG, Automobile, Energy and Infrastructure sector could be major employment drivers in the coming months

·   Demand in support functions such as HR and Accounting & Finance has overshadowed core functions across top ten industries

·   Engineering is the only major profession to maintain consistent growth pattern during the quarter in allied industries, locations and experience levels

·   Amongst top locations, only Bangalore and West Bengal have been able to maintain healthy supply of talent

·   Demand for senior experienced professionals will grow in Education, Healthcare/ Pharmaceutical domain