CURRICULUM REFORM FOR EMPLOYABILITY: PREPARING INDIA'S LEARNERS FOR TOMORROW'S JOBS

The rapidly evolving global economy demands a workforce equipped with relevant skills, adaptability, and innovation. However, India’s education system continues to face a significant gap between academic knowledge and employability skills. This paper examines the urgent need for curriculum reform to bridge this divide. It emphasizes the integration of vocational education, digital literacy, and critical thinking into mainstream education. The study highlights the role of competency-based learning and industry-academia collaboration in enhancing workforce readiness. Additionally, it analyzes policy frameworks such as the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and their implications for future-ready education. The paper concludes that a flexible, skill-oriented curriculum is essential for sustainable economic growth and improved employability outcomes.