M.Phil. (Music) Course Jobs, Careers, Companies, Salary trend and Packages 2025-2026

M.Phil. in Music opens the door for job opportunities in the Media and Entertainment sector and inside the education Industry. Although it is a research-based course, it provides in-depth understanding in the area of performance studies which includes art form from theatre to painting. A music journalist earns an initial salary of 25,000 INR per month.

M.Phil. in Music: Top Recruiters

MOJO Magazine
The Music Magazine
Sruti- Magazine on Indian Performing Arts
National Centre for Performing Arts
INTACH
SPICMACAY
INHCRF
Kala Mandir
Doordarshan
AIR
FM GOLD

Some of the designations offered to M.Phil. in Music holders are listed below:

Designation	Description
Music Journalist	Music Journalists work as music critics and report the changes in the music industry.
Music Therapist	A music therapist works in the medical field with an effective means of pain management. It is increasingly being applied for purposes mostly related to psychological treatment and counseling.
Composer and Music Editor	People with career options such as Composition, Production, Scoring, Copyright Handling, Editing, and Licensing are involved in the task of production and distribution of various sorts of television and radio programs.
Music Librarian	Music specialists with proper professional training are often recruited by several public libraries and schools. Such people should have knowledge of the library and research-oriented techniques.
Musicologists	Musicologists, Architectural Acoustic Consultants, have good opportunities. They perform multiple post-production functions.
Music Composer for Games	The gaming industry is a thriving industry in India and requires composers and producers to create background score for different games. In such a role a keen understanding of music is compulsory.
RJ	Radio and music go synonymous these days. No Radio channel can thrive without music programs. An RJ must have knowledge of different types of music and their audience and must stay updated on current trends in the music industry.
Electronic Music Producer	Electronic Music is a field which is extremely diverse and profitable. Sales for electronic music have skyrocketed in the last decade and show no sign of slowing in the coming years. To become an Electronic Music Producer one needs not only an understanding of music but also of technology.
Musician/Artist	In recent years, numerous music festivals in India have drawn attention to musicians and music artist who either perform single or in a band.