{"id":39366,"date":"2026-02-15T11:53:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-15T11:53:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/?p=39366"},"modified":"2026-02-15T11:53:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-15T11:53:20","slug":"event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Event Manager Salary in India after Event Management Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The scope of<strong> event management<\/strong> in India has multiplied exponentially. Students from different backgrounds and streams are choosing this flourishing career. Hence, event managers are among the most pursued careers in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Salary structure after event management courses vary significantly on the basis of experience, skillset and specialization. To become an event manager in India, candidates can pursue various undergraduate and postgraduate courses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide gives a detailed overview of an event manager salary in India depending on key factors like experience, location, industry and education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read this blog till the end to gain a better understanding of salary structure in this ever-growing industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Manager_Salary_%E2%80%93_A_Quick_Snapshot\" >Event Manager Salary &#8211; A Quick Snapshot\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Average_Salary_of_An_Event_Manager_in_India\" >Average Salary of An Event Manager in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#How_to_Calculate_the_Salary_of_an_Event_Manager\" >How to Calculate the Salary of an Event Manager?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Hourly_Rate\" >Hourly Rate&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Budget_Percentage\" >Budget Percentage&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Commission_Based\" >Commission Based&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Manager_Salary_%E2%80%93_Experience_Wise\" >Event Manager Salary &#8211; Experience Wise\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Salary_Designation_Wise\" >Event Management Salary: Designation Wise&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Salary_%E2%80%93_Education_Qualification_Wise\" >Event Management Salary &#8211; Education Qualification Wise&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Undergraduate_Course_Salary\" >Event Management Undergraduate Course Salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Postgraduate_Course_Salary\" >Event Management Postgraduate Course Salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Diploma_Course_Salary\" >Event Management Diploma Course Salary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Salary_%E2%80%93_Location_Wise_Salary\" >Event Management Salary &#8211; Location Wise Salary&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Salary_%E2%80%93_Company_Wise\" >Event Management Salary &#8211; Company Wise&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Manager_Salary_Trends_in_India_2026\" >Event Manager Salary Trends in India 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Factors_Affecting_An_Event_Manager_Salary_in_India\" >Factors Affecting An Event Manager Salary in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Experience\" >Experience&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Education\" >Education&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Skills\" >Skills&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Location\" >Location<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#How_to_Choose_An_Event_Management_Course_in_India\" >How to Choose An Event Management Course in India?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Course_Curriculum\" >Course Curriculum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Practical_Exposure\" >Practical Exposure&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Top-notch_Faculty\" >Top-notch Faculty&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Why_Choose_AAFT_For_Event_Management_Courses\" >Why Choose AAFT For Event Management Courses?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Expert_Mentors\" >Expert Mentors&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Placement_Support\" >Placement Support&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Event_Management_Salary_FAQ\" >Event Management Salary FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#How_much_does_an_event_manager_make_per_month_in_India\" >How much does an event manager make per month in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Is_event_management_a_high_paying_career_in_India\" >Is event management a high paying career in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#What_are_the_top-paying_cities_for_an_event_manager\" >What are the top-paying cities for an event manager?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#What_is_the_highest_salary_of_an_event_manager_in_India\" >What is the highest salary of an event manager in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/advertising-pr-events\/event-manager-salary-in-india-after-event-management-course-guide\/#Similar_Articles_related_to_Salary\" >Similar Articles related to Salary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Manager_Salary_%E2%80%93_A_Quick_Snapshot\"><\/span><strong>Event Manager Salary &#8211; A Quick Snapshot\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The average salary of an event manager in India is around 5.3LPA to 5.9LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/profile\/event-manager-salary\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[1]. <\/a>However, the base salary in this industry differs on the basis of your job role and experience. High salary brackets in the event management industry are primarily received by Sales Directors, Chief Marketing Officers and Team Leaders. <strong>Event management companie<\/strong>s at top-level often offer higher salary packages to aspirants with upgraded skills and better knowledge in this field.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Salary_of_An_Event_Manager_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Average Salary of An Event Manager in India&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The average annual salary of an event manager in India can lie between 5.3LPA to 5.9LPA. The average annual salary may exceed 15LPA for senior-level executives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Calculate_the_Salary_of_an_Event_Manager\"><\/span><strong>How to Calculate the Salary of an Event Manager?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that event managers salaries are not static. The payment structure in this industry is dependent on hourly rate, client\u2019s preferences and your professional experience. While calculating the salary of an event manager, consider the following parameters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hourly_Rate\"><\/span><strong>Hourly Rate&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the event management industry, certain event planners charge on the basis of hourly rates from their clients. The average hourly rate taken by an event manager is 499. 65INR\/hr <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salaryexpert.com\/salary\/job\/event-manager\/india\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[1]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Budget_Percentage\"><\/span><strong>Budget Percentage&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this industry, professionals with high experience can also charge a certain percentage of the total budget of the event. Thus, this budget is often decided before the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Commission_Based\"><\/span><strong>Commission Based&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Event planners also earn commission from wedding planners, caterers, and decorators. This can add to your extra income source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Manager_Salary_%E2%80%93_Experience_Wise\"><\/span><strong>Event Manager Salary &#8211; Experience Wise\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In any profession, experience plays a vital role in determining your payscale. Candidates having more experience are often given preference over candidates with less experience. In the field of <strong>event management,<\/strong> salary structure is highly influenced by your experience level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Below is the breakdown of an event manager salary on the basis of experience level.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Years of Experience in Event Management<\/td><td>Average Annual Salary&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Managers Salary with 0 -5 years of experience<\/td><td>4.22LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Managers Salary with 6 -10 years of experience<\/td><td>9.30LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Managers Salary with 11 -15 years of experience<\/td><td>13LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Managers Salary with 15 -20years of experience<\/td><td>21LPA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Salary_Designation_Wise\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Salary: Designation Wise&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The salary potential of an event manager in India varies across various designations and positions. The salary bracket differs for different <strong>event management companies <\/strong>on the basis of job role and responsibilities. Below is a breakdown of various job profiles and their average annual salary in the field of event management.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Job Profile&nbsp;<\/td><td>Job Responsibilities<\/td><td>Average Annual Salary&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager<\/td><td>Plan, organise and run events of various kinds and sizes<\/td><td>4.5-10LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Coordinator<\/td><td>Brings a client vision to life by doing on-site management to ensuring smooth operations&nbsp;<\/td><td>3-6LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wedding Planner<\/td><td>Undertakes the responsibility of organising small and big budget weddings and various wedding functions<\/td><td>3.5-8LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Experiential Marketing Manager&nbsp;<\/td><td>Creates immersive brand experiences to build strong emotional connection with customers and analyzing campaign success<\/td><td>6-15LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Logistic Manager&nbsp;<\/td><td>Plans and execute all physical and technical aspects related to an event<\/td><td>3.5-8LPA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: Various&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Salary_%E2%80%93_Education_Qualification_Wise\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Salary &#8211; Education Qualification Wise&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several programs, degrees and certifications for candidates aspiring to enter the event management industry. You can enrol in an event management course and start your journey towards a flourishing career in this field. Passing out from a reputed management institute reflects your opportunities and salary negotiations. You can take part in e<strong>vent management courses after 12th<\/strong> to start your career in this field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Undergraduate_Course_Salary\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Undergraduate Course Salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates after passing 12th standard from any stream can enrol in an undergraduate course. These courses are basically for three to four years. A top-notch course like <a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/ba-in-event-management\">B.A in Event Management<\/a> is ideal for candidates looking to make a bright future in the event management field. After a UG course, you can earn an average salary of around 4.80LPA.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Postgraduate_Course_Salary\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Postgraduate Course Salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To upscale your knowledge of event management and get handsome salary packages, you can enrol in a postgraduate <strong>event management course. <\/strong>These courses are usually for two years. After these courses, you can land jobs in certain designations including; event planner, event manager and wedding coordinator. After a Master\u2019s degree, you can earn an average salary of 5.7LPA and even more for high job profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Diploma_Course_Salary\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Diploma Course Salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain event management courses are also imparted with the diploma credentials. Diploma courses are usually for six months or one year. After a diploma course in event management, you can get an average salary of 2.7LPA.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Salary_%E2%80%93_Location_Wise_Salary\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Salary &#8211; Location Wise Salary&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Location is a crucial factor to determine an event manager salary. In top metro cities, event managers are paid more salaries in comparison to the event managers residing in small cities. Therefore, the salary of an<strong> event manager in Chennai,<\/strong> Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore will be higher.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below gives a clear idea of an event manager salary for various cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Cities<\/td><td>Average Annual Salary&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Mumbai<\/td><td>4.4LPA -5LPA<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/profile\/event-manager-salary\/mumbai-location\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> [2]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Delhi NCR [ Gurgaon, Noida, Faridabad, Ghaziabad]&nbsp;<\/td><td>4.6LPA -5.3LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/profile\/event-manager-salary\/new-delhi-location\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[3]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Chennai<\/td><td>3.6LPA to 4.5LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/profile\/event-manager-salary\/chennai-location\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[4]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Bangalore<\/td><td>6LPA to 7LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/profile\/event-manager-salary\/bengaluru-location?page=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[5]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Kolkata<\/td><td>4lpa TO 5.2LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/profile\/event-manager-salary\/kolkata-location\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[6]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Salary_%E2%80%93_Company_Wise\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Salary &#8211; Company Wise&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Big firms and top event management companies in India are known for their credibility and offering top-notch salaries to aspiring event managers. You should know about company-wise salaries of event managers to get a better understanding about their salary potential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name of the Company<\/td><td>Average Annual Salary&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Showtime<\/td><td>12.2LPA-13.5LPA<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/salaries\/showtime-events-salaries\/manager\/procurement-supply-chain-department\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> [7]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Wizcraft<\/td><td>2LPA-2.2LPA<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/salaries\/wizcraft-international-entertainment-pvt-dot-ltd-salaries\/event-manager\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> [8]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Cineyug<\/td><td>4.3LPA -4.7LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/salaries\/cineyug-salaries\/event-manager\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[9]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in Tafcon&nbsp;<\/td><td>5.90LPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Event Manager Salary in DNA Entertainment Networks Pvt Ltd<\/td><td>3.2LPA &#8211; 4LPA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitionbox.com\/salaries\/dna-networks-salaries\/event-manager\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">[10]<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Manager_Salary_Trends_in_India_2026\"><\/span><strong>Event Manager Salary Trends in India 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Salary trends for <strong>event management<\/strong> in India reflects a growing demand for professionals in the event management market. Job designations and average salary of event managers in India is projected to rise in 2026. Moreover, the education in this industry is expected to rise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/diploma-in-event-management\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/diploma-in-event-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Event management courses in India<\/a> is a great pathway to enter in this flourishing field. Reflecting the expertise and skill level, senior event managers are in the position to demand high salaries. The average annual salary of an event manager in India is around 4,64,000LPA. The surge in salary structure reflects a proactive approach towards this growing field.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Affecting_An_Event_Manager_Salary_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Factors Affecting An Event Manager Salary in India&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The salary spectrum of an event manager is dependent on several key factors. These factors include; experience level of an event manager, portfolio strength, type of <strong>event management course<\/strong>, skills and location.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Experience\"><\/span><strong>Experience&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience plays an important role in determining the average salary of an event manager. Event managers with extensive experience can command high remuneration. Moreover,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>they will also earn commissions from events. On the other hand, event managers with zero or less experience often start with low wages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Education\"><\/span><strong>Education&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursuing a top-notch e<strong>vent management course<\/strong> is a gateway to land your dream event management job. You can choose to enrol in an undergraduate, graduate or diploma program form a good event management college and get formal education in this field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skills\"><\/span><strong>Skills&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Technical proficiency, strong communication skills, team leadership skills and event handling skills are crucial to get high salary packages in this dynamic field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location\"><\/span><strong>Location<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Metropolitan cities with big<strong> event management companies<\/strong> are in the position to offer high salaries to event managers for various designations. Though, the salary structure in this field varies on the basis of nature and location of the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_An_Event_Management_Course_in_India\"><\/span><strong>How to Choose An Event Management Course in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Building a successful career in the field of event management can be an uphill task. However, with the right <strong>event management course, <\/strong>this task can be made easier. So many course and institute options are available which may confuse you. However, you can keep certain parameters in mind while choosing the best course for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Course_Curriculum\"><\/span><strong>Course Curriculum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to opt for an undergraduate or postgraduate course or a diploma course, checking the course curriculum is a crucial step. Look for a course that builds your strong foundation in all important subjects while upscaling your skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Exposure\"><\/span><strong>Practical Exposure&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In event management subjects, you can\u2019t just rely on theoretical knowledge. The right course offers better live projects, on-ground responsibilities and real-world experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top-notch_Faculty\"><\/span><strong>Top-notch Faculty&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Faculty with extensive industry experience can explain practical issues in a better way. Industry-experienced faculty members can help students learn how several problems are handled on actual event sites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_AAFT_For_Event_Management_Courses\"><\/span><strong>Why Choose AAFT For Event Management Courses?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/school-of-advertising\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/school-of-advertising\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AAFT is considered a top-notch institute to start an affluent career in the field of event management.<\/a> The premier institute is well-known for its structured learning environment and versatile course curriculum. We help align your core competencies with our best-in-class education programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Mentors\"><\/span><strong>Expert Mentors&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Enrol in BA in <strong>Event Management Course<\/strong> and get expert guidance from industry professionals. This course is designed to help you stay relevant with the industry standards and get guidance from experts in this field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Placement_Support\"><\/span><strong>Placement Support&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With strong industry connections and networking, AAFT Noida offers guaranteed placement opportunities to help you launch your career in the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Management_Salary_FAQ\"><\/span><strong>Event Management Salary FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771075404100\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_an_event_manager_make_per_month_in_India\"><\/span><strong>How much does an event manager make per month in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The per month salary of an event manager in India varies on the basis of your experience and skillset. The average event management salary per month in India is around 25,150 INR.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771075419805\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_event_management_a_high_paying_career_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Is event management a high paying career in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, <strong>event management<\/strong> is considered a high paying career as the sector creates multiple opportunities for aspiring event managers. Lucrative salary packages are another encouraging factor to enter this profession.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771075438760\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_top-paying_cities_for_an_event_manager\"><\/span><strong>What are the top-paying cities for an event manager?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The top-paying cities for an event manager are Mumbai, Delhi NCR [ Gurgaon, Faridabad, Noida], Bangalore and Hyderabad.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771075456859\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_highest_salary_of_an_event_manager_in_India\"><\/span><strong>What is the highest salary of an event manager in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Senior designated professionals like Chief Marketing Officers, Sales Directors, Event Executives can earn the highest salary of around 40LPA.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Similar_Articles_related_to_Salary\"><\/span>Similar Articles related to Salary <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/animation-multimedia\/animator-salary-in-india-after-animation-courses\/\">Animator Salary in India after Animation Courses \u2013 A 2026 Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/data-science\/ai-engineer-salary-in-india-after-ai-courses\/\">AI Engineer Salary in India after AI Courses \u2013 A 2026 Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/data-science\/data-scientist-salary-in-india-after-data-science-course\/\">Data Scientist Salary in India After Data Science Course \u2013 A 2026 Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/animation-multimedia\/game-designer-salary-in-india-after-game-designing-courses\/\">Game Designer Salary in India After Game Designing Courses: A 2026 Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/digital-marketing\/digital-marketer-salary-in-india-after-digital-marketing-course\/\">Digital Marketer Salary in India after Digital Marketing Course \u2013 A 2026 Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/interior\/interior-designer-salary-in-india-2026-after-interior-designer-course\/\">Interior Designer Salary in India 2026 after Interior Designer Course \u2013 A Complete Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aaft.com\/blog\/cinema\/screenwriter-salary-in-india\/\">Screenwriter Salary in India After Screenwriting Course: 2026 Guide<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The scope of event management in India has multiplied exponentially. 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