India Ranks 2nd In Office Romances: Global Study Shows Rising Trend Among Employees

India’s Position in Global Rankings

Mexico tops the list with 43 percent of participants saying they have been involved with a coworker. India follows closely at 40 percent. By comparison, countries like the US, UK, and Canada are much lower at about 30 percent. The findings show that even as companies introduce stricter rules on workplace behaviour, personal relationships continue to flourish at work in India.

How Men and Women View Office Romances

The report points out that men and women approach workplace relationships differently.

51 percent of men say they have dated someone at work.
36 percent of women say they have.

Women tend to be more concerned about the effect on their careers. Around 29 percent avoid workplace romances because of this, slightly higher than the 27 percent of men. Men, on the other hand, worry more about personal complications.

Gen Z’s More Careful Approach

Young professionals, especially those aged 18 to 24, are the most cautious. About 34 percent fear that a workplace relationship could harm their career. This shows that younger employees are adopting a more careful, boundary-focused outlook at work.

India’s Changing Relationship Landscape

Experts say India’s strong showing in the rankings is connected to shifting social attitudes. More Indians are open to non-traditional relationships. A separate Gleeden survey reveals that 35 percent are currently in an open relationship, and another 41 percent would consider one. Smaller cities are also part of this shift, with Kanchipuram topping interest in extramarital affairs.

Love at Work: Common But Not Simple

Workplace relationships may be widespread, but they still come with challenges such as conflicts of interest and professional risks. The study highlights how personal and professional lives often overlap in modern India, making office romances both normal and tricky.