Bengaluru, Nov 6, 2025: Apna, India’s leading jobs and careers platform, has been certified as one of India’s Most Preferred Workplaces 2025-26 and a Most Preferred Workplace for Women 2025-26 by Marksmen Daily, backed by EY. The honors celebrate organizations driving the future of work through progressive culture and people-first innovation – values at the core of Apna’s growth story.
Building culture where technology meets empathy
Apna’s dual recognition reflects a culture where technology meets empathy – combining AI-led innovation with a deep commitment to inclusivity and growth. The company continues to strengthen this focus through in-house initiatives such as “apna Academy” for continuous learning & upskilling, “apna Cares” focusing on overall well-being, “apna Circle” for informal connections & shared mentoring to ensure that opportunities and leadership remain accessible to all.
Women currently represent more than 31% of Apna’s workforce, contributing across functions including sales, support, marketing, product, engineering, design and analytics.
These recognitions reinforce Apna’s commitment to building workplaces where innovation and inclusion thrive together – and where every employee sees their work shape the careers of millions across India.
Piyush Raghuvanshi, Chief Human Resources Officer, Apna, said: “At Apna, we believe great workplaces are built at the intersection of purpose, passion and parity. Our journey began with a mission to create a level playing field for India’s workforce, and that belief starts with how we build Apna itself. Technology and AI are helping us bridge gaps and create space for everyone to thrive. These recognitions reaffirm our commitment to nurturing a workplace where people grow with meaning, trust, and shared ambition.”
Nirmit Parikh, Founder & Group CEO, Apna, added: “These recognitions belong to every Apna teammate who shows up each day with courage, curiosity, and compassion. As we build the future of work through Human + AI collaboration, our culture remains our strongest foundation – one that fuels innovation, trust, and progress for millions. Being certified among India’s Most Preferred Workplaces, especially for women, strengthens our belief that inclusivity and ambition can truly scale together.”
Kartik Narayan, CEO – Jobs Marketplace, Apna, said: “At Apna, people are at the heart of every product we build. This recognition mirrors the ownership and drive that fuel our teams every day as they solve complex workforce challenges while fostering a culture rooted in growth, trust, and collaboration.”
