Updated on Apr 9, 2025 06:34 IST

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:

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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.

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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
26.2 L
26.04 LPA

#11 NIRF

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8.5 L
3.9 LPA
1 Course
30.6 L
29 LPA

#10 NIRF

17.25 L
24 LPA

#8 NIRF

1 Course
18.67 L
22.5 LPA

#9 NIRF

1 Course
3.12 L
3.8

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

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9.85 L
4.4

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

1.35 L - 6 L
4.6

#235 Business Today

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

1 Course
8.55 L
4.7

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

3 Courses
9.25 L - 10.75 L
4.6

#97 Business Today

Human Resources Applications open till Mar 27, 2026. Apply Now

3.8
4.0
1 Course
13.75 L
9.5 LPA

#86 NIRF

Only B-School to get AICTE Award Thrice in a row. Highest Package 16.1L,Avg Package 6.5L

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.

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

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The IILM University MBA programme is a two-year, full-time programme. The key aspects of the course are as follows-
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IILM University MBA programme focuses on developing "future-ready managers" by balancing technical expertise with leadership competencies. A core objective is enhancing analytical problem-solving, enabling students to resolve complex business issues through data-driven insights.
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Amity Global Business School, Ahmedabad selection process is multi-staged. After submitting application, shortlisted candidates must clear an English Essay Test and a Personal Interview to get admission.

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MBA course application fee at Amity Global Business School, Ahmedabad is INR 500. You can pay this online using a credit or debit card while submitting the application form.

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To be eligible for the integrated PGPM+MBA program, candidates must have secured at least 50% aggregate in both their Class 12 and their Graduation degree.

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No, NMAT is not mandatory for admission to the MBA+PGPM programme at Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Ahmedabad. While NMAT scores are accepted, the school offers multiple pathways for admission, and the exam is not the sole requirement. 

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Yes, Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University does accept the MAH CET entrance examination results for the MBA/MMS courses for various All India and Home State quota categories. 

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Yes, Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Ahmedabad offers a 2-year PGPM + MBA program. This integrated course combines a Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) certification from AGBS with a flexi-mode UGC-recognized MBA degree from Amity University. It focuses on management, leadership, and co

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AGBS Bhubaneswar offers MBA in the given below specialisations:

  • Marketing 
  • Human Resources 
  • Finance
  • Business Intelligence and Data Analytics 
  • Digital Marketing 

 

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Centre for Liberal and Advanced Studies, SAGE University Bhopal offers a MBA programme at the PG level. It is offered in full-time mode for a duration of 2 years. The total tuition fee of MBA at CLAS SAGE University ranges between INR 3.8 Lacs and INR 8 lakh. 

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Admission in the MBA programme at Assam Institute of Management (AIM- Assam) is based on entrance exams, such as CAT/ CMAT/MAT/XAT/ ATMA. The duration of this programme is two years and it is divided into six trimesters.

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The total tuition fee of MBA at Assam Institute of Management (AIM- Assam) is INR 3.2 lakh. This number is taken from teh official website of college. It may change.

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The fresh Indian graduates can also apply and there is a mandatory entry requirement of work experience. 

The applicants are mostly required to have met the general admission requirements like having a UG degree with 60% marks

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Assam Institute of Management (AIM- Assam) offers admission to MBA progarmme based on score of national-level entrancee exam such as CAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT/ATMA.

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University of Suffolk is among the top choice of international students to pursue MBA programs in the UK. University of Suffolk offers MBA programme for the duration of 1 year. University of Suffolk MBA first year tuition fee ranges from INR 18 L - 20 L.

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According to the VIT NIRF Report 2026, a total of 78 MBA students were placed out of the total 145 graduated students during Vidyalankar Institute of Technology placements 2025 with a median package of INR 5.87 LPA. 

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According to the VIT NIRF report 2026, 78 MBA students were placed out of the total 143 graduated students during Vidyalankar Institute of Technology placements 2025 with a median package of INR 5.87 LPA.

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MBA is the one of the most popular courses of Vidyalankar Institute of Technology in terms of placements. Check out the key highlights of the VIT MBA placements 2025 basis on the total number of students placed and median package offered in 2025:

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Median SalaryINR 5.87 LPA
Total Students Graduated143
Students Placed78

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The MBA course of Chapman University is a STEM-designated degree. The duration of this course is 21-months. Also, merit-based scholarships are available for eligible students of this course. For admission to Chapman Uni, Indian students have to submit the following-

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Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur offers MBA programme for the duration of 2 years. After pursuing MBA students can become:

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KL Business School ranked as the top private MBA college in Andhra Pradesh followed by other top colleges. Listed below are the top colleges with NIRF ranking -

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KL Business School Admission

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GITAM School of Business, Visakhapatnam Admission

101-125

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research Admission

101-125

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Yes, joining top ranked MBA colleges in AP is expensive as most colleges have tuition fees of more than INR 5 lakh. Listed below are the top colleges with their tuition fees -

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IIM Visakhapatnam 

INR 19.81 lakh

KL Business School 

INR 6.70 lakh

GITAM School of Business, Visakhapatnam 

INR 10.82 lakh

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Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research offered the highest placement package of INR 5.70 LPA. Listed below are the top private MBA colleges in Andhra Pradesh with average salaries -

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KL Business School, KL University, GunturINR 5 LPA
Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and ResearchINR 5.70 LPA

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IIM Jammu MBA tuition fee costs around INR 14.4 L. This fee is exclusive of other components such as examination fee, application fee, hostel fee, security deposit, etc. This fee is taken from the official website. It is subject to change.

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IIM Lucknow MBA tuition fee costs around INR 43,400 – INR 3.8 L. This fee is exclusive of other components such as examination fee, application fee, hostel fee, security deposit, etc. This fee is taken from the official website. It is subject to change.

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The SGBAU MAH CET cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the MBA course for various AI and HS categories. For the General AI category, the overall cutoff ranged from 49.38 to 79.8. According to the first round, the hardest college to get a seat at was the Department of Business Administration and

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Students at GIBS, which is considered the "Trampoline Board of International Businesses", are generally put into various occupations across a multitude of different worldwide industries that include Information Technology (IT) & IT Enabled Services (ITES), Banking Financial Services Insurance (BFSI)

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Yes, the University of Calicut does follow the reservation policies set by the government for the MBA program, which is as follows:

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