Glass Ceiling- A Sociological Study of Women in Information Technology Sector in Gurugram

Abstract

The glass ceiling effect refers to the unseen, yet unbreachable barrier that keeps minorities and women from rising to the upper rungs of the corporate ladder, regardless of their qualifications or achievements. This study aims to quantify the existence and impact of the glass ceiling with a particular focus on the Information Technology sector. Using a sample of 225 women professionals from diverse industries in Gurugram, this research employs schedule interview method to analyse the extent of glass ceiling, the factors contributing to the glass ceiling and its implications on career progression. The findings reveal the extent to which women face glass ceiling effect, significant disparities in promotion rates, salary increments, and leadership opportunities between male and female employees, underscoring the need for policy interventions to foster gender equality in the workplace.