Blogger
Writes regularly for an online journal or website, building an audience around a topic.
Overview
A Blogger is someone who writes regularly for an online journal or website. Bloggers generate and pitch ideas, compose and edit posts, promote the content of their posts to readers, and conduct research. The number of followers a Blogger has, indicates the popularity of the page. A popular blog attracts advertisements which is a source of earning for the Blogger.
Where they work
- Professional Bloggers — you will be hired by organizations to contribute to the company websites
- Freelance Bloggers — you will be hired by companies/clients to write on a given topic/project for an agreed compensation
- Vloggers — you will make videos on topics that are of interest, and upload them to sites such as YouTube or have a dedicated site of your own
Work environment
You are likely to work in office settings, usually for 40 hours a week. These working hours may vary. You may often work overtime when a project is ongoing or nearing completion. Entrepreneurship: you may choose to have your own personal blog.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You have varied and unique interests
- You have excellent communication skills
- You are familiar with IT skills
- You are comfortable working in a team
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10 + 2 in any subject.
- 2Complete Bachelor's degree in Advertising/Journalism/Marketing
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree and follow it up with Master's degree (M.A./MBA) in Marketing Management/Marketing Communication
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree in any discipline and pursue a Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate course in IT or an area of your choice.
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
These courses are offered by the Departments of Journalism and Mass Media. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Miranda House, New Delhi
- Hindu College, New Delhi
- Karnataka State Open University, Mysuru, Karnataka
- Loyola College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Lady Shri Ram College For Women, New Delhi
- Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Amity University, New Delhi
- Symbiosis College of Arts & Commerce, Pune, Maharashtra
- SRM University, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
- Anna University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- St. Ann's College for Women, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Sacred Heart College, Kochi, Kerala
- Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi, Kerala
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Intern
- 2Blogger
- 3Writer and Editor
- 4Technical Writer
- 5Web Content Manager
Related careers to explore
Content Writer
Creates written material for websites, magazines, blogs, social media and more.
Social Media Executive
Posts, campaigns and shares across the major social networks to build a brand and drive sales.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Any Stream, Languages.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to creating.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Uma Raghuraman — Not only a chef but also a Blogger. Her passion for food and healthy eating urged her to start her blog Masterchef Mom nearly two decades ago. Her blogs are full of appetizing recipes with plenty of images, recipes and tips. She is among the top food bloggers of India, and is also conducting Indian Home Cooking workshops in India and abroad.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 1, printed page 67 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.ambitionbox.com/profile/blogger-salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University and Anna University are printed on the opposite side of the government/private split from their actual status on this card; the card's own listing is reproduced as printed. Verify each institute before applying.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.