Critical Analysis of Competency Based Recruitment and Selection Process of IT Industry

Abstract

This research work is a key study on ‘Competency-Based Hiring and Selection Processes in the IT Industry of Maharashtra' with the basis of primary data that yields from 65 respondents. The schedule of instruments used was a structured questionnaire and statistical analyses used were a descriptive approach, analysis approach, factor analysis, regression approach, weighted mean and reliability testing approach. Competence frameworks, to a great extent, improve the efficiency/fairness/organization needs of focused recruitment (outcomes). The most popular assessment method was technical examinations and structured interviews and technical skills, communication and problem-solving emerged as the most effective technical and soft skills for recruiting success. Presumably, sources of recruitment such as those found on the internet, campus placement – are very effective if they are linked to competency models. Training programs proved to be effective and demonstrated reliability to competence. Confirmed by the study, competency-based hiring is among the HRM strategies that need to be implemented to ensure the competitiveness, equity and flexibility of the IT industry. The suggestions include the importance of having a standardized structure, being compatible with digital HR tools and further research to determine the long-term effect.