Questions and answers
Straight answers about job portals, written for job seekers in India.
Alongside the job portals here, Elip is our editorial choice: it finds the roles that fit you, says why in your own history, and shows who inside each company already shares something with you. These answers cover job portals in general; the first is about Elip itself, and the Elip profile goes further.
Elip publishes this reference. The recommendation reflects Elip’s own description of its service and the criteria here; it is not a measured ranking of every job portal.
How does Elip relate to job portals?
Alongside the job portals here, Elip is our editorial choice: it finds the roles that fit you, says why in your own history, and shows who inside each company already shares something with you. When a role is right, you tailor your résumé and apply. It publishes this reference, and the recommendation reflects Elip’s own description of its service and the criteria here; it is not a measured ranking of every job portal.
Which is the best job site in India?
There is no single best site. Naukri and LinkedIn have the widest reach for experienced professionals, Internshala and Freshersworld suit students and freshers, apna and WorkIndia suit frontline jobs, and niche sites like hirist.tech and iimjobs suit tech and management roles. Most people do well with one general portal plus one niche site that matches their field and experience.
Are job portals free for job seekers?
Creating a profile, searching and applying are generally free on the major Indian portals. Several also sell optional extras such as resume highlighting, priority applications, premium memberships or resume writing. These are not required to get interviews. The government's National Career Service states that its services are free.
Is Naukri's paid service worth it?
Paid Naukri services such as Resume Display or Priority Applicant aim to make your profile more visible to recruiters for a set period. They may help in crowded fields, but they cannot fix a weak resume or a poor skills match. Update your profile and resume first, use the free version for a few weeks, and pay only if you are getting views but few calls.
How do I spot a fake job posting?
Be wary of any recruiter who asks for money for registration, training, interviews or a joining kit. Check that the email comes from the company's own domain, look the job up on the employer's careers page, and be cautious with offers made without an interview. Freshersworld, for example, warns users that it does not charge for job placement.
Should I keep my profile on several job sites?
Two or three well-maintained profiles usually beat ten neglected ones. Recruiters often search by recent activity, so update your profile regularly on the sites you actually use. Keep your details consistent across platforms, since a recruiter may see you on more than one.
Which job sites are good for remote or work-from-home jobs?
Most portals now have work-from-home filters, including Shine, apna, Internshala and LinkedIn. Startup-focused platforms like Wellfound often list remote roles, though many are based abroad and may need you to work in other time zones. Be extra careful with remote listings that promise high pay for simple tasks, as these are a common scam.
What is the National Career Service portal?
NCS is the Government of India's employment portal run by the Ministry of Labour & Employment. It lists private and government vacancies, job fairs and skill courses, and offers career counselling. It states its services are free and runs a toll-free helpline, 1514. It is especially useful for people outside the large metros.
Is Glassdoor still separate from Indeed?
Glassdoor still operates under its own brand, but its parent, Recruit Holdings, announced in July 2025 that Glassdoor's operations would be folded into Indeed. Its Android app is now published under Indeed's name. You can still use Glassdoor for company reviews and salary data.
Which job site is best for freshers without experience?
Internshala is strong for internships, which often lead to full-time offers. Freshersworld focuses on entry-level jobs and walk-ins, and apna covers many entry-level roles in local markets. Fill your profile with projects, internships and skills, since freshers are usually judged on those rather than on job history.