Google to Launch ‘Kormo’ App in India for Entry-Level Job Seekers

Sep. 17, 2019

Originally launched in Bangladesh last year, Google’s ‘Kormo’ app is all set to be launched in India as the US tech giant looks to capture the entry-level job search market in the country.According to YourStory, the company has been running pilots in India since early this year through its ‘Next Billion Users’ (NBU) division that focuses on acquiring new users in emerging markets.

Kormo, which means ‘work’ in Bangla, is currently available only on Android. It was developed by Area 120, an incubator for Google’s experimental projects and, was launched in Indonesia earlier this year after being introduced in Bangladesh last September. According to itsofficial Play Store listing page, the app makes it easy for employers and job-seekers to connect with each other.

It not only allows people to quickly create CVs, discover recommended jobs and learn new skills, but also enables users to find opportunities that match their specific interests, abilities and preferred locations. It also allows users to access free training content in the form of videos, articles and courses to improve their skill sets and become more competitive in the job market.

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