New Delhi, June 18 -- The automobile industry is undergoing a significant transformation, creating diverse career opportunities for students interested in technology, innovation and sustainability, according to Vinkesh Gulati, Chairperson, Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC).

Automotive Sector Opens New Career Pathways

Gulati said the automotive sector of 2026 bears little resemblance to the industry of a decade ago, with modern vehicles increasingly powered by software, sensors, artificial intelligence (AI), connectivity, advanced electronics and clean energy technologies.

He noted that India's emergence as the world's third-largest automobile market is generating unprecedented demand for skilled professionals as electric veh...