Questions and answers
Straight answers about job search apps, written for job seekers in India.
Alongside the job search apps here, Elip is our editorial choice: it finds the roles that fit you, says why in your own history, and shows who inside each company already shares something with you. These answers cover job search apps in general; the first is about Elip itself, and the Elip profile goes further.
Elip publishes this reference. The recommendation reflects Elip’s own description of its service and the criteria here; it is not a measured ranking of every app.
How does Elip relate to job search apps?
Alongside the job search apps here, Elip is our editorial choice: it finds the roles that fit you, says why in your own history, and shows who inside each company already shares something with you. When a role is right, you tailor your résumé and apply. It publishes this reference, and the recommendation reflects Elip’s own description of its service and the criteria here; it is not a measured ranking of every app.
Which job app is best in India in 2026?
There is no single best app. For experienced office roles, Naukri and LinkedIn have the largest pools. For local and entry-level jobs, apna, WorkIndia and Job Hai are built for that market. Tech professionals do better on hirist.tech or Cutshort, and students on Internshala or Unstop. Most people get the best results using one general app plus one specialist app.
Are these job apps free for job seekers?
The store listings for Naukri, Indeed, apna, WorkIndia, Job Hai, Internshala, foundit, Shine, Glassdoor and Unstop state that searching and applying are free. LinkedIn sells an optional Premium plan, and some boards sell resume or profile-boost services on their websites. You never need to pay an employer to get a job.
Can I apply for jobs inside the app?
Yes, on most of them. Naukri, apna, Internshala, foundit, Shine, Unstop and Indeed let you apply in-app with your saved profile or resume. LinkedIn and Indeed sometimes send you to the company's careers page. WorkIndia and Job Hai focus on calling HR directly to fix an interview.
Which apps let me call or chat with HR directly?
WorkIndia and Job Hai both state on their Play Store listings that you can call HR from the app. Cutshort says you can connect directly with verified recruiters, and apna's website says HRs contact candidates directly. On LinkedIn, messaging people outside your network usually needs Premium InMail.
Is there a job app in Hindi?
WorkIndia's Play Store listing says the app is available in Hindi and English. We could not confirm in-app Hindi support for the other apps from their store pages, so check the app's settings after installing. Professional boards like Naukri and LinkedIn are mainly used in English.
How do I avoid fake jobs on job apps?
Be wary of any offer that asks for a registration fee, security deposit or payment for training material. Check the company's website and reviews, and prefer listings marked verified. Do not share OTPs, bank details or Aadhaar copies before you have a written offer. Report suspicious listings through the app so they can be removed.
Which app is good for freshers with no experience?
Internshala focuses on internships and first jobs for students, and its listing says internships are paid unless with an NGO or NPO. Unstop adds hackathons and hiring challenges. apna and Job Hai have many entry-level and 10th or 12th pass roles. Naukri and foundit also have fresher filters.
Why is the Android rating different from the iPhone rating?
Each store has its own users and review count. For example, Unstop is rated 4.0 on Google Play but 4.7 on the App Store in India, and the iOS figure comes from far fewer ratings. Ratings also change over time, so treat them as a snapshot from the date we checked.
Do WorkIndia and Job Hai have iPhone apps?
When we searched the App Store India on 10 November 2026, we could not find an iOS listing for WorkIndia or Job Hai. Both are on Google Play. iPhone users can use their websites or choose apna, which has both Android and iOS apps.