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Startups and Recruiters Increasingly Use Astrology for Job Screenings

Startups and Recruiters Increasingly Use Astrology for Job Screenings

The Hindu2h
THE BRIEF
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Job seekers across startups and corporate sectors report encountering informal astrological screenings through Western zodiac signs and Vedic astrology during interviews.

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Recruiters utilize birth charts and zodiac compatibility tests as alternative psychological tools to evaluate candidate behavior, team chemistry, and workplace conflict resolution.

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This corporate trend aligns with India's booming 'faith-tech' market, where digital astrology platforms have scaled rapidly to reach unicorn valuations.