This study examines disguised unemployment among senior and vocational high school graduates in Mompang Village and the role of Islamic banking in promoting youth entrepreneurship. Using a qualitative case study, data was collected through observation and interviews with 13 informants. The findings show that graduates are often trapped in low-productivity informal work marked by educational mismatch, unstable income, and limited career prospects. Entrepreneurship offers a pathway to economic independence but is hindered by limited capital, skills, and institutional support. Islamic financing has transformative potential when integrated with mentoring, financial literacy, and business development. Keywords: Disguised Unemployment; Youth Entrepreneurship; Islamic Financial Inclusion; Rural Labor Transformation; Vocational School Graduates
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