Production Manager
Follows the budget on a film or TV shoot and makes sure the producer's directives are carried out.
Overview
A Production Manager for a film/tv show is responsible for following budgets and ensuring that the directives of the main producer are followed. In theatre, a Production Manager oversees the stagecraft of the play and ensures that the administrative aspect of a play is taken care of.
Where they work
- Production Houses
Work environment
Your work hours will vary depending upon the organisation to organisation, typically a 8 to 9 hours per day is standard. Shift system might be applicable. Travelling is part of the job.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You have excellent organizational skills
- You like to work in a team
- You have knowledge of how a film is made
- You have an eye for minute details
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10 + 2 in any stream.
- 2Complete Bachelor's degree in Arts (B.A.)/Fine Arts (B.F.A.) with majors in Filmmaking
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete PG Diploma in Film Making and Media.
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 Film Making/B.B.A. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, Maharashtra
- Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Kolkata Film and Television Institute, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Biju Patnaik Film and Television Institute, Cuttack, Odisha
- Dr Bhupen Hazarika Regional Government Film and Television Institute, Changsari, Assam
- Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- University of Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, New Delhi
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Whistling Woods International, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Asian Academy of Film and Television, New Delhi
- Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune, Maharashtra
- Techno India University, Kolkata, West Bengal
- CMR University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Seamedu Institute, Pune, Maharashtra
- Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
- Amity University, 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
- 1Assistant Production Manager
- 2Production Manager
Expected income
₹10,000 – ₹80,000 per month and more
The figures are indicative and subject to change.
SourceRelated careers to explore
Producer
Arranges the finances and oversees every administrative, financial and creative part of a production.
Film Director
Is in charge of making a film — directs the actors and has the final say on every creative matter.
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, Arts.
- 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
Lakshmi Warrier — The only woman production manager in Kerala, Lakshmi Warrier's years at the male-dominated job has been self-admittedly an eventful one. A chance conversation with director Lijo Jose Pellissery changed the entire trajectory of her career shifting her from tourism to production.
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 1, printed page 139 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Production_Manager%2C_Film%2FTV/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.