Human Resource Manager
Recruits employees, handles pay, benefits and terminations, and builds a safe, healthy workplace.
Overview
A Human Resource Manager is responsible for recruiting suitable employees for the organization. Those who work in HR match candidates with specific roles in organizations, arrange interviews, coordinate and facilitate onboarding new employees. They also handle compensation, benefits and terminations. The HR department in any organization is responsible for building a safe, healthy, stress-free working environment and drawing documents on internal policies.
Where they work
- All organizations need human resource professionals — you can work for both government and private institutions
Work environment
You are expected to work in an office setup, collaborate with all other teams and interact with people daily. You are also expected to understand event management as well as facilitate celebrations within the organization. Both full-time and part-time work opportunities are available in this role. Entrepreneurship: after gaining some experience, HR professionals may start their own agencies or work independently.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- You are good at negotiating with others.
- You love to be around people.
- You have a desire for others to be seen and heard.
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in any stream
- 2Complete Bachelors' degree (B.B.A.) in Human Resources
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree and then pursue Master's in Human Resource Management
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.Sc./B.B.A.), followed by a Post-Graduate Diploma in Human Resources
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
The course is offered by the Department of Business Administration. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
- Lala Lajpat Rai College of Commerce and Economics, New Delhi
- Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- University of Delhi, New Delhi
- Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
- Visva Bharati University, Shantiniketan, West Bengal
- University of Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Amity International Business School, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- CMR University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, Punjab
- Kalinga University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, West Bengal
Distance learning
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
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
- 1HR Intern
- 2HR Executive
- 3Assistant Manager
- 4Manager
Expected income
₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000 per month, with experience
This is the approximate salary of an HR manager with experience. The figures are indicative and subject to change.
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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, Commerce.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to leading.
- 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
Hema Ravichandar — A thought leader in the field of HR. After completing her management degree from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, she started her career with Motor Industries Company Limited (MICO), in 1983. Later in 1992, she joined Infosys as the Head of HR. Hema has been conferred with several awards including three HR Professional of the Year Awards and a listing amongst the '25 Most Powerful Women in India'. Ms. Ravichandar also writes columns in leading newspapers on her area of expertise.
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 675 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Human_Resources_(HR)_Manager/Salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The contents page lists this career on printed page 678, an even-numbered page; the card is on 675.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.