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Yes—product management jobs are in demand in India, but the reality is a bit more nuanced. Here’s a simple, practical breakdown.
Overall demand: growing but competitive
- Product management hiring in India grew by about 42% in 2025.
- Some reports show 40–50% growth in product hiring, especially at senior levels.
- The sector is growing at over 25% annually, making it one of the fastest-expanding leadership roles.
- PMs are in demand across industries like fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, and tech startups.
In short:
Yes, demand is real—but not evenly distributed across experience levels.
Entry-level vs experienced demand
High demand:
- Mid-level and senior PMs
- People with tech, analytics, or domain experience
Lower demand:
- Freshers with no relevant experience
- People switching careers without strong skills
Example:
- Senior product roles grew 87% year-on-year, while junior roles grew only 16%.
So companies want experienced problem-solvers, not just people with PM certificates.
Salary potential (rough ranges)
- Average PM salary: around ₹13–17 LPA.
- Mid-level or growth PMs: ₹12–23 LPA or more.
- Senior or AI PMs: ₹25 LPA to ₹1 crore+ in top firms.
This high pay is one reason the field is popular.
Where most PM jobs are in India
Most openings are concentrated in major tech cities:
- Bengaluru
- Hyderabad
- Mumbai
- Delhi NCR
- Pune
- Chennai
Why demand is increasing
- Growth of startups and product-based companies
- Digital transformation across industries
- Rise of AI, SaaS, fintech, and e-commerce
- Global companies building product teams in India
Many startups are also actively upskilling employees in product management to stay competitive.
Reality check (important)
Even though PM jobs are growing:
- There is high competition, especially at entry level.
- Many graduates chase PM roles without relevant experience.
- Companies prefer candidates from:
- Engineering
- Data/analytics
- Sales or growth
- Business or consulting
Simple conclusion
Yes, product management is in high demand in India, especially if you have:
- 2–5 years of experience, or
- Strong tech, business, or analytics skills.
But for freshers, it’s not an easy entry-level job—you usually transition into it from another role.