This study investigates the professional well-being of Indian expatriates in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. It focuses on the influence of gender, marital status, and family structure. The research employed a structured questionnaire to assess key dimensions including job satisfaction, job stress, personal respect, and views on nationalization programs. Data were analyzed using t-tests, ANOVA, and multiple linear regressions.
The results reveal significant gender-based disparities. Men report significantly higher job satisfaction and a lesser negative impact of job stress on their personal lives compared to women. Regression analysis acknowledged personal respect as the strongest positive predictor of job satisfaction and job stress was the strongest negative predictor. Moreover, marital and family status were found to be important factors, with married women, particularly those living with children, reporting the lowest levels of satisfaction and personal respect. In contrast, perceptions of personal respect and nationalization programs showed no significant gender differences.
The study concludes that the employment experiences of Indian expatriates in the GCC are not uniform but are critically shaped by demographic and familial factors. It recommends targeted organizational policies to promote gender equity, encourage inclusive and respectful workplaces, and provide family support systems to enhance the well-being and maintenance of this vital labour force.
Keywords: Indian Expatriates, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Job Satisfaction, Gender Disparities, Personal Respect, Family Structure, Nationalization Policies.
How to cite this article: Shemeem KH, Bala Ruby V, The Employment Life of Indian Expatriates in the GCC: A Study on Job Satisfaction, Stress, and Respect. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(3s): 151-155; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.3s.21