Thousands of young job seekers crowded the ‘Technical Job Fair’ organised by Bdjobs.com, which began on May 19, 2026, at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB) in the capital. The day-long event reflected the growing demand for technical and vocational employment opportunities in Bangladesh, drawing aspiring professionals from diverse educational and professional backgrounds.
With long queues forming from the morning, the fair created a lively platform where employers, training institutes, and job seekers could connect directly under one roof. Participants were seen submitting CVs, attending spot interviews, and gathering information about skill development and career opportunities across multiple industries.
The event featured 58 employers and 18 technical institutes, including Akij Group, Matador, and Daffodil Technical Institute. Recruiters accepted applications for 24 categories of jobs, ranging from technicians and pathologists to chefs and beauticians.
Organizers said more than 20,000 job seekers had already registered for the fair, with attendance expected to rise throughout the day. Applicants were allowed to submit their Curriculum Vitae directly to employers until 4:00pm, while some companies conducted interviews and written tests on-site.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Md Abdul Karim highlighted the imbalance between academic and technical education in Bangladesh.
“Our society still values degrees more than skills,” he said. “Around 80 percent of graduates come from general education, while only 20 percent are from technical education. This picture needs to change.” He urged students from all academic backgrounds to develop at least one vocational or technical skill to remain competitive in the evolving job market.
A.K.M Fahim Mashroor, CEO of Bdjobs.com, said the fair was organized to connect skilled job seekers with employers seeking trained manpower. He said many industries in Bangladesh face shortages of technically skilled workers despite high youth unemployment.
He said the labor market is rapidly changing both locally and globally, increasing demand for vocational and practical skills in sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare and technology. According to him, technical education should be viewed as a strong career pathway rather than a secondary choice.
Fahim Mashroor also said the fair provides not only recruitment opportunities, but also career guidance through seminars and direct interaction between employers and job seekers. As crowds moved between employer booths, many participants described the fair not only as a place to search for jobs, but also as an opportunity to understand changing employment trends.
In a country where graduate unemployment remains a growing concern, the event reflected a broader shift in aspirations among young Bangladeshis — one increasingly centered on technical expertise, employability and global opportunities.