A creative writer writes stories, poems, scripts, novels and other original work, for publication, stage or screen.
Writers earn through books, magazines, scripts, content work and teaching; Hindi and regional literature has a strong audience.
Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.
| # | State | Main hubs | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi NCR Delhi, Gurugram, Noida |
Delhi, Gurugram, Noida | High demand |
| 2 | Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur |
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur | High demand |
| 3 | Uttar Pradesh Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi |
Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi | Medium demand |
Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.
Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)
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