The Labour Force Survey (LFS) is an essential source of key labour market indicators used to guide national planning and policy decisions. The data generated supports the monitoring of economic performance and informs the development of employment programmes, poverty reduction strategies, and other socio-economic policies.
The Q3 2026 Labour Force Survey was conducted in August 2026, covering 3,016households across 20 dzongkhags. Of these, 2,911households successfully participated, resulting in a high response rate of 96.5percent.
The headline indicators are produced at the national level due to the relatively small sample size, which can lead to high sampling variability and large standard errors at more disaggregated levels, thereby reducing the statistical reliability and precision of the estimates.The survey adheres to the labour force concepts and standards set by the International Labour Organization (ILO), ensuring that the results are comparable at the international level.
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