Sports Equipment Manager
Stocks, organises, maintains and safety-checks the equipment and apparel a sports team uses.
Overview
Sports Equipment Managers are responsible for stocking, organizing, maintaining and monitoring equipment and apparels used by a sports team. They also ensure that all equipment meets safety requirements before being utilized by players.
Where they work
- Professional sports teams
- Minor league teams
- College or high school level athletics
- Sports equipment companies
Work environment
You are likely to work in the equipment room of the sports facility, such as stadium, arena, or gymnasium. Typically, you will work around 45 hours a week but you may need to work extra hours during peak season for the sport you are involved in. The job can be physically demanding, as you must be able to lift and carry heavy equipment. Entrepreneurship: you can start your own sports management company.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You enjoy sports.
- You like working in a team.
- You are quick to take on new responsibilities.
- You like to organize things.
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 Sports Management
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree, followed by a Master's in the same field
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree, followed by a certification course
Alternative route 4
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree then take up an internship in the sports industry, followed by Master's in Sports Management
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 Management. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Indian Institute of Management, Rohtak, Haryana
- Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu
- Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
- Swarnim Gujarat Sports University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- SNDT Women's University, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- International Institute of Sports & Management, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- George College, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Ironwood Sports Management Global Academy, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Syamaprasad Institute of Technology and Management, Kolkata, West Bengal
- School of Management, Dr. DY Patil University, Pune, Maharashtra
- KJ Somaiya Institute of Management, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- MIT School of Management, Pune, Maharashtra
- ISBR Business School, Bengaluru, Karnataka
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 Equipment Manager → Equipment Manager → Administrative Assistant
- 2Assistant Equipment Manager → Equipment Manager → High-level Role in a Sports Equipment Company
Related careers to explore
Sports Agent/Manager
Handles the business side of sport and makes sure athletes have the resources they need to train.
Sports Coach
Helps players and teams reach their potential by planning and running training programmes.
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, Physical Education.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to sports.
- 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
Deepesh Gawand — The equipment manager for Mumbai City Football club. He has done his Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from Agnel Polytechnic, Vashi, Mumbai. Earlier, Gawand played football under the Navi Mumbai Sports Association.
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 691 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://in.talent.com/salary?job=equipment+manager
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The income source is a general "equipment manager" salary search and is not specific to sport.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.