The job market in India is going through a tough phase. Ghost jobs are adding to the worries of already distressed applicants. Here's why companies resort to such tactics.
What are ghost jobs?
These vacancies are posted by companies across various sectors, either on job portals or their company websites, and are not real.
How ghost jobs are posted?
Ghost job postings are often created with the help of artificial intelligence (AI).
Why firms post ghost jobs?
With ghost jobs, firms test the market. These postings act as a ‘data aggregation’ and help them in raising funds and building brands.
Which firms post ghost jobs?
Mainly medium to small companies in IT, retail, and quick commerce; micro, small, and medium enterprises; and startups in early-stage funding post ghost jobs.
How to find its ghost job?
These job postings usually don’t have the contact details of a hiring manager. The candidate should also check if the posting is available on other platforms