PLFS July 2026: Unemployment Rate Eases to 5.1%
Why in the news
The National Statistics Office released its 16th monthly Periodic Labour Force Survey bulletin, showing a drop in joblessness for July 2026.
Key facts
| Indicator | June 2026 | July 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Joblessness (CWS, 15+) | 5.5% | 5.1% |
| Labour Force Participation Rate | 54.4% | 55.4% |
| Worker Population Ratio | 51.4% | 52.5% |
| Rural unemployment | – | 4.5% |
| Urban unemployment | – | 6.7% |
The bulletin is the 16th monthly PLFS release from the National Statistics Office.
Reading the numbers
- A higher WPR means more people have entered work.
- Urban joblessness was well above rural levels.
Exam angle
- Releasing body: National Statistics Office.
- Survey: Periodic Labour Force Survey, monthly bulletin.
- Measure used: Current Weekly Status, age 15 and above.