Knowledge process outsourcing (KPO) is the next big thing in the outsourcing sector. By 2010, Indian KPO sector is estimated to have 71 percent share of the global KPO sector. The KPO industry in India is growing at a tremendous rate. KPO sector is growing and so are the job opportunities in this sector. The industry currently employees more than 26000 employees and are expected to grow to 250,000 employees by 2010 (as estimated by NASSCOM).

The qualities looked for in candidates are:

Business acumen
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Flair for research, eye for detail
Understanding of various sectors
Communication skills
Leadership capabilities

The final recruitment process in KPOs generally consists of the following rounds:

Aptitude tests
Case study rounds
2 or 3 interview rounds

Depending upon the qualifications, the package for the freshers range from 2 lacs p.a. to 4 lacs. The KPOs are recruiting Post graduates in bulk. MBA's and post graduates are in great demand in KPOs. Apart from the management related positions like HR, finance etc., KPOs are recruiting from B-schools for various positions in research like research analysts in various domains like market research, financial services etc. the opportunities range from primary to secondary research. The industry also provides lucrative career options to graduates with excellent academic records to start career in research.