Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management Catering and Nutrition Chandigarh Answered Questions

ITM Institute of Hotel Management does not have a ragging culture. The college premises have strict laws against the students found guilty of any act such as abusing, assaulting, threatening, teasing and embarrassing new students, among others. The College ensures the safety and security of its students through well-defined protocols. These measures include monitored premises, secure access to facilities, and guidelines for a safe learning environment. 

To be eligible for a BSc at the ITM Institute of Hotel Management, you must have completed your Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board, regardless of stream, and secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in your qualifying examination. Candidates from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts) are generally eligible for hotel management courses. 

IHM Lucknow and IHM Chandigarh both accept the scores of NCHMT JEE for admissions to BSc courses. Hence, the admission process is almost similar for both institutions, as the first requirement is that candidates must complete their higher senior secondary with English, then they must appear for NCHMT JEE, followed by counselling. Therefore, it is hard to determine which institute is easier to get admission into for a BSc course. However, the institutes can be compared on their closing ranks for the academic batch. For the last round, the cutoff for the AY 2025 for admissions to the BSc HHA course is mentioned below:Institute Name NCHMCT JEE Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India) 2025IHM Chandigarh BSc HHA 7905IHM Lucknow BSc HHA 7657Conclusion: The cutoff for the BSc course at IHM Lucknow is slightly more competitive than at IHM Chandigarh. 

The total fee for the IHM Chandigarh MSc course includes multiple components, which can be paid annually, semesterly, or one-time. Check out the names of the fee components with their amounts in the table below:Fee componentsAmount (for 2 years)TuitionINR 1.88 lakh HostelINR 1.12 lakhOne-time PaymentINR 19,910 Total feeINR 3.2 lakh This fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes, and hence, is indicative.

Yes, NCHMCT JEE is compulsory for admission to the BSc course at IHM Chandigarh. Moreover, before appearing in the entrance exam, candidates are first required to complete their eligibility criteria, which is that candidates must complete their Class 12 from any stream with English as a core/ elective/ functional subject.

Yes, IHM Chandigarh does offer scholarships to MSc students on the basis of their academic achievements, category, financial condition, etc. The scholarships are offered at the beginning of the course, before joining or in between the semesters. Moreover, applicants can also get benefits from the central and state-based scholarships by registering themselves at the National Scholarship Portal. 

The total fee for an MSc course at IHM Chandigarh is around INR 1.9 lakh. On the other hand, the IHM Mumbai MSc fee is INR 2.6 Lacs for a two-year duration. Hence, IHM Chandigarh is more affordable for MSc courses compared to IHM Mumbai. However, to consider which institute is the best option for an MSc, the fee structure can be one component that candidates can consider, but several other factors can be considered while competing with the IHMs, such as placement package, college recognition, ranking, accreditation, etc. 

IIHM Chandigarh offers MSc courses in only one specialisations i.e., Hospitality and Hotel Administration. To get admission into this course, applicants must complete a bachelor's degree or three-year Diploma in Hotel Management courses with at least an aggregate of 55%. Additionally, there is no age bar for applying to MSc at IHM Chandigarh.  

IHM Chennai and IHM Chandigarh both accept the scores of NCHMT MSc JEE for admissions to MSc courses. Hence, the admission process is almost similar for both institutions, as the first requirement is that candidates must complete their graduation with an aggregate of 55%; then they must appear for the NCHMT MSc JEE, followed by counselling. Therefore, it is hard to determine which institute is easier to get admission into MSc courses. However, applicants can compare the two institutes by their cutoffs from here: IHM Chandigarh cutoff and IHM Chennai cutoff.

Yes, ITM Institute of Hotel Management is considered a good option. The institution has strong industry ties, which contribute to diverse internship opportunities and a robust placement process.  The institute boasts an impressive placement record, with over 80% of students reportedly placed in prestigious hospitality groups such as The Taj, Oberoi, and ITC. ITM offers a wide range of programs and courses designed to provide world-class training and academic excellence for aspiring hospitality professionals.