Psychological capital (PsyCap) and its relationship to job satisfaction (JS) have emerged as key areas of interest for practitioners and scholars in human resource management and organizational behavior. This study seeks to provide a complete and systematic analysis of the most recent empirical evidence on PsyCap and its effects on job satisfaction. Using a analytical scoping review technique, the study is confined to studies published in 2024. A total of 16 peer-reviewed empirical research was thoroughly evaluated to uncover relevant trends and insights. Seven different criteria were used to evaluate the analyzed studies: 1) methodology, 2) population/sample size, 3) statistical data analysis techniques, 4) country of origin, 5) major findings, 6) organizational sector or industry, and 7) usage of moderators and mediators. This review's findings show a constant beneficial association between PsyCap and JS, which is often mediated by psychological characteristics like employee engagement, resilience and organizational commitment. This synthesis is meant to be a useful resource for academics, professionals, and researchers, interested and involved in Positive Organizational Behavior and the importance of psychological capital in boosting workplace outcomes.
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