The Skill-First Revolution: Why Indian Top Employers are Ignoring Degrees
The traditional “Degree-First” hiring model in India has officially collapsed. In 2026, over 70% of Fortune 500 companies in India, including giants like TCS, Google India, and Reliance, have removed the “Degree Required” filter from their initial recruitment stages. In its place is the “Skill-Verified” model. At Educationnest, we have partnered with India’s leading HR tech firms to track this shift. Here is the definitive guide to navigating the “Skill-First” economy and landing your dream job based on what you can do, not where you studied.