India’s young generation is more educated than ever before, yet unemployment among graduates continues to rise. Despite rapid expansion in higher education, formal job creation has not matched the demand. Government vacancies have reduced, private sector hiring is uneven, and skill gaps keep many youth out of the workforce. The value of a degree has fallen due to oversupply, while geography and access to opportunities remain unequal. This article explores the real reasons behind India’s educated-yet-unemployed paradox and encourages readers to rethink what truly drives employability today.