MUMBAI — As artificial intelligence continues to reshape workplaces across industries, nearly half of India’s millennial workforce fears their jobs could be replaced by AI within the next three to five years, according to a new report released Monday by Great Place To Work India.
The report examined how Indian employees are adapting to the growing presence of AI at work and found a blend of optimism and anxiety. While many employees view AI as a driver of innovation and efficiency, a significant portion remains concerned about its long-term impact on job security.
According to the findings, 54 percent of employees believe their organizations are currently in the pilot or intermediate stages of AI implementation—signaling steady progress toward greater technological integration in daily operations. However, 40 percent of employees surveyed expressed concern that AI could replace their roles within the next few years.
This apprehension, the report noted, cuts across demographics and experience levels, with no significant difference between newer employees and seasoned professionals. Among those who fear job displacement, 40 percent said they plan to leave their current companies—posing a potential challenge for employers focused on retention.
“As organizations across industries advance in AI implementation, leaders are devising high-impact AI strategies that enhance human capabilities. Roadblocks that currently need attention are organizational resistance, coupled with employee readiness,” said Balbir Singh, CEO of Great Place To Work India.
The survey also found that 57 percent of employees in companies that have not yet adopted AI feel insecure about their job futures, compared with only 8 percent at firms that have reached advanced levels of AI integration. This contrast underscores how structured adoption, transparent communication, and leadership support can transform initial fear into confidence and excitement about AI’s potential.
Singh encouraged companies to “actively identify real use cases for AI within their organization, involve employees in AI initiatives, and invest in reskilling programs,” emphasizing that such efforts are essential to fostering internal growth and ensuring a sustainable, AI-ready workforce. (Source: IANS)
