Broadcast Engineer
Sets up, maintains and repairs the technical, sound, video and audio equipment behind broadcasts.
Overview
A Broadcast Engineer is essentially in charge of setting up, supervising, maintaining and repairing all the technical, sound, video and audio equipment in television, radio and studio broadcasts. Broadcast media technology includes different techniques of communication that involve sending data over large distances using electronic and electro-magnetic methods.
Where they work
- Broadcast or recording studios
- Entertainment venues among others
Work environment
You are likely to work both indoor and outdoor. Local travel is part of the job profile. You are likely to have flexible work hours. However, you may need to work longer hours during peak seasons such as during festivals.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to work in teams
- You have good communication skills
- You pay attention to details
- You like putting things together or assembling things
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Maths).
- 2Complete a Bachelor's (B.Sc/B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering/Telecommunication Engineering/Information Technology etc.
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree in the same or related field.
Forms, exams and applications
For admissions, you must qualify entrance examination conducted at national level (JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.) or state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.). Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
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
This course is offered by the Department of Engineering. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Periyar University, Salem, Tamil Nadu
- Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, Rajasthan
- Indian Institute of Information Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Uttarakhand
- Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna, Bihar
- Assam Science and Technology University, Guwahati, Assam
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- NorthCap University, Gurugram, Haryana
- Chandigarh University, Chandigarh
- Presidency University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Chitkara University, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh
- Lingaya's Vidyapeeth, Faridabad, Haryana
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, Rajasthan
- Zee Institute of Media Arts, Mumbai, Maharashtra
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
- 1Systems Engineer → Engineer → Project Engineer → Engineering Manager
- 2Systems Engineer → Production Manager → Production Director
Related careers to explore
Sound Engineer
Handles the technical side of a recording or live performance — sound levels, quality and equipment.
Electronics and Communication Engineer
Designs, builds and tests the electronic equipment behind communication and broadcast systems.
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 Science, Maths.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to building.
- 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
Mehvish Buch — The first woman outdoor broadcasting engineer in India. She currently works with BTVi. She did her B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Maharshi Dayanand University, Haryana followed by a PG diploma in Broadcast journalism from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
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 2, printed page 459 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Broadcast_Engineer/Salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.