Indian employees are progressively adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to stay competitive in the job market, with many perceiving it as a tool for productivity and a means to advance their careers, as per Indeed’s newest workforce study. Carried out in May 2025, the survey included 3,001 professionals from 12 different industries. It showed that 43% of those surveyed are confident in their ability to adapt to technologies like generative AI and agentic AI in the next two to five years. Mid-career individuals, especially those between 35-54 years old, stood out as the most assured demographic, with 49% indicating their willingness to adapt to workplace transformations caused by AI. Notably, this group demonstrates the highest initiative regarding upskilling, with 56% pursuing extra training compared to 41% of younger employees. The reasons include career growth, maintaining technological relevance, and enhancing efficiency in everyday tasks. The report additionally emphasizes that AI is no longer limited to technology-focused positions but is increasingly essential across various industries, including blue-collar occupations. Approximately 70% of blue-collar workers surveyed concurred that AI assists them in their jobs, with some already utilizing generative AI for administrative tasks and customer service. Concurrently, employees anticipate organizational backing from their employers, with 29% favoring self-directed training modules and others desiring specific time allocated for skill development during work hours. Nonetheless, the change comes with its own set of dangers. A report mentions a Goldman Sachs study that warns global unemployment may increase by 0.5% during the AI transition phase, with positions such as programmers, accountants, and customer service agents being the most at risk.