New Delhi: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zepto to expand employment opportunities on the National Career Service (NCS) portal. The agreement was formalised in the presence of Union Labour and Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports Minister, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, in New Delhi.
Dr. Mandaviya said, “The National Career Service (NCS) platform has emerged as a unique bridge between employers and job-seekers. With over 52 lakh registered employers and nearly 7.5 crore vacancies mobilized since inception, NCS has positioned itself as a one-stop solution for all employment-related services.”
He further noted that the upcoming use of Artificial Intelligence and other digital tools would help job-seekers find opportunities tailored to their location and qualifications. “This partnership would open new window of opportunity for young people, while allowing Zepto to connect with a suitable talent pool of human resource,” he added.
Vandana Gurnani, Secretary of the Ministry, said the MoU would strengthen efforts to expand formal employment and social security. She said, “This partnership will pave the way for generating secure, long-term, and quality employment.”
Kaivalya Vohra, Co-founder of Zepto, said, “We are proud to partner with the Ministry of Labour & Employment to integrate with the NCS portal. This collaboration is a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and skilled workforce for the new-age economy. By connecting with NCS, we aim to provide thousands of gig and full-time opportunities, helping to empower India’s youth and contribute to the nation’s economic growth.”
Under the agreement, Zepto will provide 10,000 job postings during the MoU period, aimed at youth, women, and first-time job-seekers in urban areas. The partnership will also connect gig workers to e-Shram registration, social security benefits, and skilling opportunities to enhance long-term employability.
The Ministry has been actively forging such collaborations with leading companies. In the past year, partnerships with Amazon, Swiggy, Rapido and Quikr Jobs have brought nearly five lakh vacancies to the NCS portal.
The MoU with Zepto adds to these efforts, linking quick-commerce opportunities with the government’s employment ecosystem and integrating gig roles into the formal economy.
BI Bureau
