Updated on Apr 9, 2025 06:34 IST
Bhavya Jain

Bhavya JainContent Author

An MBA in HR or Human Resources focuses on teaching the concepts of managing the employees of the company in a way that fulfills the needs of employees as well as the company. The people who drive the organization are often overlooked if the HR policies & programs are not properly implemented, which may lead to poor communication among the people of the organization. 

HR models, policies, and modules are important for professionals to know, as these are important for better people management, which shall result in better cohesion between the employer and the employees. An MBA in HR opens various career opportunities, often leading to skill sets needed to ace interviews in top companies with a better pay scale & reputation.

To know more about the MBA HR Career scope, read the article below:

MBA HR topics you might be interested in: 

MBA in HR MBA MBA in HR Syllabus

Top Job Profiles in MBA HR

An MBA in HR Management can offer a wide range of career opportunities in India, as the field of HR is integral to the functioning of businesses and organizations. The career scope for MBA in HR Management in India is quite diverse, and it offers opportunities across industries, including IT, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Finance, and more.

MBA in HR Salary 2025

Here are some MBA in HR salaries and jobs for your reference: 

MBA in HR Jobs

Description

Average Salary 

HR Manager - Talent Acquisition

The talent acquisition manager is responsible for planning, developing, managing, and overseeing recruitment and talent acquisition processes and strategies.

INR 8.4 LPA - INR 37 LPA

HR Manager - Training

The training and development manager is responsible for improving the productivity of the employees, identifying the training needs, and arranging a suitable training solution for the organization's employees.

INR 3.1 LPA - INR 18 LPA

HR Manager - Compliance

The role of a compliance manager is to address all compliance and statutory issues and also to ensure that the company adheres to legal standards and in-house policies.

INR 3 LPA - INR 16.5 LPA

HR Professor

The role is to impart HR education to the students of the institutions and colleges

INR 2 LPA - INR 8.3 LPA

Note: The average salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

MBA HR Top Recruiters

MBA HR professionals are hired across all sectors at various levels, including Executives, Managers, and Trainees. Here is a list of some top companies hiring MBA in Human Resources graduate:

MBA in HR Top Recruiters

Reliance

Larsen & Turbo

KPMG

Infosys

Wipro

Aditya Birla Group

Deutsche Bank

MakeMyTrip

L'Oreal

Pepsico

Note: This information is sourced from different sources and may vary.

MBA in HR Jobs: Core Industries

MBA HR adds a lot of value to your personality, to your CV, and to your career the most. The skills one possesses during an MBA in HR make one confident to work in organizational complexities, and the practical exposure one gets makes them industry-ready to work at various roles in organizational structures, in India as well as abroad. Thus, the scope is really good and the opportunities are abundant, gifting one with a successful career. Below is the list of some of the sectors where MBA in HR graduates are constantly in demand:

  • Information Technology (IT) and ITES
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Manufacturing and Production
  • Healthcare & Pharma
  • Retail and E-commerce
  • Consulting Firms
  • Government and PSUs

Note: This information is sourced from different sources and may vary.

Best MBA in HR Colleges for Placements

Top colleges in India that offer MBA programs in Human Resources often have excellent placement records, thanks to their reputable programs and strong industry connections. 

Below is a list of colleges that provide attractive salary packages after the completion of an MBA in HR.

MBA in HR Colleges

Average Package Offered

Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) Placements INR 29 LPA
SIBM Placements INR 26 LPA
Management Development Institute Placements INR 25.58 LPA
NMIMS Placements INR 21.35 LPA 
DOMS IIT Roorkee Placements INR 18.5 LPA
IIM Trichy Placements INR 17 LPA
FORE School of Management Placements INR 15 LPA
Goa Institute of Management Placements INR 14.6 LPA
IMI Bhubaneswar Placements INR 12 LPA
SOIL Institute of Management Placements INR 10 - 15 LPA

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/counseling body and may vary.

Relevant links related to MBA HR:

SAP HR Certification
MBA in Human Resources Abroad - Colleges and Fees 2025

MBA Abroad for Indian Students - Universities, Colleges, Fees 2025, Deadlines

Table of contents
  • Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India. Learn more about these MBA in HR (Human Resource) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
1 Course
8.5 L
3.9 LPA
1 Course
26.2 L
27 LPA

#11 NIRF

20.7 L
24 LPA

#8 NIRF

1 Course
30.6 L
29 LPA

#10 NIRF

1 Course
19.23 L
22.5 LPA

#9 NIRF

1 Course
3.12 L
3.8

Popular Private MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India

4 Courses
1.8 L - 6 L
4.4

#228 Business Today

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

3.5 L
4.0
1 Course
6 L
3.5
1 Course
6.9 L

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

18.37 L

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

12.05 L
4.0

#99 Business Today

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for MBA in HR (Human Resource). Students interested in pursuing a career on MBA in HR (Human Resource), generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

3 Aug ' 26

CAT 2026 application start date

15 Sep ' 26

Last Date to Apply for CAT 2026

22 Jun ' 26 - 7 Sep ' 26

MAT September 2026 Registration PBT

22 Jun ' 26 - 14 Sep ' 26

MAT September 2026 Registration CBT

Aug '26

Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result Date

TENTATIVE

15 Jun ' 26

Release of Karnataka PGCET Provisional Answer Key

3 Aug ' 26 - 5 Aug ' 26

MAH MBA CAP 2026 Round I Accepting of offer by ca...

6 Aug ' 26

MAH MBA CAP 2026 Round II Display of vacant seats

Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Specializations

Following are the most popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

qna

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered 2 days ago

The admissions for MBA courses are generally in two intakes – January and September. The admissions are also on the rolling basis all throughout the year. Jan 2027 intake deadlines are as follows:

Jan Intake 2027 Deadlines

Aug 16, 2026

Sep 20, 2026

Oct 18, 2026

Nov 15, 2026

K

Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

INSEAD France ranks at #2 for 2026 in the Finance Times rankings. In 2025, for MBA course, INSEAD ranked at #4. This shows that in Financial Times rankings, this university ranks among the Top 10 Universities for MBA.

  • In the QS Global MBA rankings, INSEAD France ranks at #8 in 2026. 

C

Chandra Chaudhary

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

TANCET is enough for most Tamil Nadu MBA colleges, including many government and private options. But if your dream is IIM Trichy or the DoMS at IIT Madras, you will need a strong CAT score instead. So the real answer depends on which college you are aiming for. For a solid mid-range MBA college wit

...Read more

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

The duration of INSEAD France MBA course is one year. It is one of the top ranked course of this university. As per the Financial Times 2026 rankings, INSEAD France ranks at #2 in the Global MBA rankings. In the QS Global MBA rankings 2026, this university ranks at #8 in 2026. Two admissio intakes a

...Read more

I

Ishita Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

The final MBA selection process at VIT Bhopal University moves from entrance test shortlisting to a personal interview round. The admissions committee evaluates your technical knowledge and communication skills during this interactive session. VIT Bhopal University then combines your graduation mark

...Read more

R

Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 days ago

No, the eligibility criteria for MBA at VIT Bhopal University remain the same. Whether you plan to study Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, or Operations, the university evaluates all management applicants through the same centralised entrance test performance and interview rounds.

R

Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 days ago

The key highlights recorded during CUH placements in the past years are given below:

ParticularsMBA Statistics (2023)MBA Statistics (2024)MBA Statistics (2025)
Total Students254345
Students Placed1348
Median SalaryINR 5.4 LPAINR 4.75 LPAINR 3.36 LPA

 

d

diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

The placement rate for CMU University MBA graduates is 90% within 6 months of graduation. The average salary of this course is USD 160,000 (Around INR 1.52 Cr.). The top industries where these graduates work are-

  • Consulting
  • Technology
  • Financial Services
  • Biotechnology / Health

N

Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

Here at PIBM Guwahati, you will find that the curriculum is filled with assignments, corporate sessions, case studies, leader interactions, alumni networking, as well as training in tools and certifications, which are highly demanded by organisations in the contemporary business environment. Moreove

...Read more

R

Ruchika Chouhan

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 days ago

If you've completed a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university, you're eligible to apply for the MBA programme at PIBM Guwahati Campus. Students in their final year of study can also apply, provided they meet the institute's admission requirements prior to enrollment. Additio

...Read more

K

K Bhaskar Srinivas Rao

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 days ago

There are 34 varieties of different MBA specializations available at University of Edinburgh for international students to opt from. MBA Courses are for a time-period of 1 year. The MBA Courses which are opted over and over again-

Master of Business Administration

MSc Management

MSc Finance

Masters in A

...Read more

K

Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

The University of Edinburgh offers 34 varieties of MBA Courses for international students for a year to complete it. There are expenses like tuition fee, transportation, hostel and insurance. The fee breakdown is given below:

Fee Component

Amount

Tuition

INR 57.67 L

Off Campus Accommodation  and Transportation

INR 89.63 K – 1 L

Insurance

INR 99.93 K

K

Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

The admissions for MBA Courses at University of Edinburgh takes place in Rounds. The deadlines for all the 6 rounds for full-time MBA have passed. The University of Edinburgh offers 34 MBA courses for a duration of 1 year for the international students.

Rounds

Deadlines

Round 1

Oct 15, 2025

Round 2

Nov 26, 2025

Round 3

Jan 28, 2026

Round 4

Mar 4, 2026

Round 5

April 22, 2026

Round 6

June 10, 2026

 

K

Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

It varies a lot by college. IIM Bangalore graduates often get packages upwards of INR 30 Lacs per year. Other good private B-schools in Bangalore typically see average packages between INR 6-10 Lacs per year. Always check the latest placement report on the college website before deciding.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

I think one reason GIBS Bangalore attracts a lot of MBA and PGDM aspirants is because students hear about it from seniors and alumni. That's how I first came to know about it too.

After joining, I realized there was always something happening on campus—guest speakers, competitions, workshops, company

...Read more

P

Pranathikumari

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 days ago

With a score of 46.60 percentile in MBA CET, you should target Tier-3 institutes such as:

  •  Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management and Research
  •  Singhad Institute of Business Administration and Research
  • Ashoka Business School and other tier-3 options based on your location preference.

A

Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 3 days ago

Harvard University only offers about 8 MBA courses for Indian students for a time period of 1 year to 4 years. The University has an expensive MBA program. The tuition lies between INR 22.78 L – 87.39 L.

MBA courses that are opted all the time are-

·       MBA

·       MS in Engineering Science/MBA

·    

...Read more

K

Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

The Ambalika Institute of Management and Technology placements details for 2026 are not out yet. The average package given to the MBA students of 2025 batch was INR 7.5 lakhs.

S

Shruti Manchanda

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

Yes, Alagappa University accepts foreign candidate admission, not only in MBA but in all programmes. The fees is usually double for foreign candidates to that of the native ones. The university has a dedicated cell for foregin candidate. Candidates are provided with complete assistance by the univer

...Read more

R

Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

The admission cycle of MBA at Alagappa University involves regsitering and appearing in the entrance exam. Candidate is selected via entrance exam only. After entrance exam, final shortlisting is done via group discussion and personal interview. The univesity conducts its own entrance exam for MBA a

...Read more

R

Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

The total tuition fee of MBA (General) at Alagappa University is INR 52,800. This tuition fee only, but the actual fee has other components as well. The total fee ranges from INR 6,200 - INR 8.8 lakh. This fee includes components like hostel fee, application fee, examination fee, etc. 

R

Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

The application fee for MBA at Alagappa University is INR 600 for candidate other than SC/ST. SC/ST candidate application is INR 300. This fees is for university website registration. Since, entrance exam is mandatory for MBA admission so there can be additional fees also. Additional fees involves e

...Read more

R

Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

Yes, government entrance exam like CAT, MAT, XAT, TANCET, and other management entrance exam are accepted at Alagappa University. The university might conduct its own entrance exam for admission  as well. But, entrance exam like CAT is accepted. The admission process of MBA includes entrance test, g

...Read more

R

Riya Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

Government seats for the MBA programme at KLS Gogte Institute of Technology (GIT) are allocated through centralised counselling by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) based on state exam scores and official reservation rules.

R

Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

Students can choose from five distinct streams for MBA KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belagavi admissions. The specialisations include Marketing, Finance, and Human Resources. Modern fields like IT & Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship are also available.

R

Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

Deakin University have a provision of around 13 courses in MBA/PGDM programme for a period of 1-2 years. The tuition fee for MBA Courses are INR 25.1 L – 34.98 L. There also other expenses like-

Transportation – INR 1.57 L

Insurance - INR 46.3 K - 46.36 K

Hostel - INR 9.72 L - 10.77 L

Others - INR 23.45

...Read more

K

Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 days ago

At PIBM Guwahati, students learn problem-solving skills, leadership skills, decision-making skills, and communication skills, which are also likely to be developed during the journey. Students get an opportunity to work in groups during case studies, cultural events, group discussions, simulation ac

...Read more

N

Naman Saxena

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 4 days ago

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology accepts the online mode of application for admission to the MBA course. Interested candidates can apply online via valid scores of CAT/XAT/MAT, etc. or via the KIITEE Management 2026. 

R

Rashmi Sinha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 days ago

To be eligible for the MBA scholarship provided by the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology via MAT, candidates must have secured 95 Percentile and above (applicable for December 2025 MAT & February 2026 MAT) (centre based/offline examination). 

R

Rashmi Sinha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 days ago

The tuition fee of MBA courses at GEMS B School Bangalore vary based on the course. The fee ranges from INR 6.4 Lacs to INR 28 lakh. Students are required to pay the fee in eight installments.

The given fee is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, i

...Read more

A

Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Find insights & recommendations on colleges and exams that you won't find anywhere else

On Shiksha, get access to

  • 66k Colleges
  • 1k Exams
  • 709k Reviews
  • 1850k Answers