eGigHow to become an HR executive
An HR executive finds and hires people, onboards new joiners, keeps attendance and leave records, prepares payroll inputs and helps employees with policies and problems.
Steps to become an HR executive
- Study for HR
A graduate degree is the minimum; an MBA or PGDM in HR makes it much easier to get hired.
- Do an HR or recruitment internship
Screening resumes and scheduling interviews is how most HR careers start.
- Learn the basics of labour laws
Payroll, PF, ESI, leave rules and offer letters come up every week.
- Get comfortable with HR tools
Excel, job portals, LinkedIn and an HR system for attendance and payroll.
- Start in recruitment
Recruiter and HR recruiter roles hire the most freshers and lead into wider HR work.
Skills that raise your pay
- Payroll, PF and ESI compliance
- End-to-end recruitment with volume hiring targets
- HRMS tools like Zoho People, Keka or greytHR
Prove your skills with a free eGig skill test; the certificate shows on your profile.
Career path
Get ready to apply
Common questions
Can I become an HR executive without an MBA?
Yes. Start as a recruiter with a graduate degree and good communication; many HR managers began that way.
What does an HR executive do every day?
Screening candidates, scheduling interviews, onboarding, handling attendance and leave, answering employee questions and keeping records.
How long does it take to become an HR executive?
Usually 3–6 months, depending on your starting point and how much time you put in.
How much does an HR executive earn?
Typical pay is ₹15,000–₹22,000 a month for freshers, ₹22,000–₹35,000 with 2–5 years’ experience and ₹35,000–₹60,000 for senior staff.