Are admissions at Institute of Hotel Management Kovalam entrance-based or merit-based?

The admissions for UG courses at institute of Hotel Management, kovalam are entrance-based while the admissions for Diploma courses are merit-based. Entrance-based means the admissions are based on students entrance exam score while merit-based means the admissions are based on students merit (12th) score/marks. In entrance-based may or may not consider merit score because it's depends on universities.

Can I join Institute of Hotel Management Kovalam directly?

Yes, the Institute of Hotel Management in Kovalam is taking applications for their 3-year B.Sc directly. You can get into Institute of Hotel Management Kovalam directly if there are still seats left. But by applying directly you will get a management quota on spot or may be you have to pay donation amount for that. For proper information interested candidates can visit college.

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Q: What are the various Diploma courses offered at IHM Kovalam?

IHM Kovalam offers two Diploma specialisations: Food Production, Food and Beverage Service.

Q: What is the fees of BSc HHA in IHMCT Kovalam?

The total fee is cumulative of various components, such as caution money, tuition fee, etc. IHM Kovalam BSc H&HA tuition fee is INR 2.9 lakh. Additionally, the hostel fee is INR 2.29 lakh and one-time fee is INR 8,000. This fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Q: What is the selection process for B Sc. and what is the minimum NCHMCT JEE percentile required?

The university determines the selection procedure for B.Sc. students. So the different universities have different selection processes. To get admitted into B.Sc., candidates must have at least an 80 to 85 percentile in the NCHMCT JEE for selection into top institutes. The steps involved in the selection process are as follows: Selection process:- 1) Candidates need to pass their Class 12 Science stream with 50% marks. But if the candidate is from the SC/ST category, then they can apply with 45% marks. 2) The selection is based on marks obtained by the candidate in the NCHMCT JEE. Having a good score is beneficial for getting admission to a top college.

Q: What factors affect NCHMCT JEE cutoff?

The cutoff marks change every year, as it depends upon varying factors. Applicants of the UG course must meet the cutoff to become eligible for admission. The factors affecting NCHMCT JEE cutoff are mentioned below: Total number of seats offered by the institutes Difficulty level of exam Number of candidates who appeared for the exam Past year trends

Q: What are the top Scholarships for B Sc. at Institute of Hotel Management Kovalam and how to avail them?

National Scholarship and National fellowship and Scholarship are the top scholarships for BS.c students at the Institute of Hotel Management, kovalam. Based on financial condition, IHM kovalam provides scholarships to students from poor regions like SC/ ST and others . Students from low-income families can also apply for the these Scholarship. Students who meet the requirements can apply for these scholarships via the Institute's official website

Q: Which is the best course among the courses offered by IHM, Kovalam?

The Institute of Hotel Management in Kovalam offers various UG and PG courses. But the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration is one of the best and most demanded UG courses at IHM Kovalam. 75% of students get placed every year.

Q: Can I get Institute of Hotel Management Kovalam, B Sc. with a 56 percentile in NCHMCT JEE?

Sorry, but it's not possible to get Institute of Hotel Management, Kovalam, with 56 percentile in NCHMCT JEE. The Institute of Hotel Management, Kovalam, is a government institute where admissions are done on the basis of the NCHMCT JEE rank. So you need to score 80 percent or higher in the NCHMCT JEE to get IHM kovalam.

Q: What are the courses offered by IHM Kovalam?

IHM Kovalam offers BSc and Diploma courses.

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The NCHMCT JEE Counselling 2025 has concluded with the release of the final round opening and closing ranks for IHM Kovalam admission to the BSc (HHA) course is expected to commence in Dec 2025. For the MSc (HA) course, the registration will tentatively begin in Apr 2026.

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Candidates should note that admission in IHM Kovalam can be done by applying for courses at the institute, such as B.Sc., UG Diploma and M.Sc.. There is a wide range of specialisations offered for these courses. Candidates must complete the eligibility criteria before applying for IHM Kovalam - Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology courses. Candidates can have a look at the table below to get an understanding of the tuition fees, eligibility criteria, and qualifying exams necessary for each course:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.Sc.(1 course)	2.9 LGet Fee Details	Exams : NCHMCT JEE
UG Diploma(2 courses)	70 KGet Fee Details	– / –
M.Sc.(1 course)	1.9 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 55 % Exams : NCHM MSc JEE

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IHM Kovalam - Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology Fee Structure

To confirm their admission, candidates must pay the IHM Kovalam - Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology fees. The fees can have more than one component, such as one-time fees, hostel fees, tuition fees, etc. Candidates can check out this table to get an understanding of the IHM Kovalam fee structure:

Course Name	One-Time Fee	Tuition Fee	Hostel Fee
B.Sc.	INR 8,000	INR 2,89,500	INR 2,29,000
M.Sc.	INR 19,915	INR 1,88,000	NA
UG Diploma	INR 3,000	INR 70,000	INR 1,16,500

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Top recruiters like Hyatt, Taj, Hilton, Four seasons and many quick-serving restaurants visits our college for placements.

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I am very satisfied with my college because I got placed in a good hotel. A good college.

Placements: From my college, about 100% of students got placed in different companies. Top recruiting companies like Hilton, Taj, Four Seasons, and Hyatt. And roles are chosen by the students themselves, they can choose which roles they require. The highest package was around 85000 Rs, and the smallest package was around 18000 Rs. Internship was a part of the students second year of college; every student got an internship with different brands.

Infrastructure: College infrastructure is actually good; like, almost all of the classrooms are smart. They are providing around 6 professional kitchen setups for the students. The library and computer lab are also part of this college. And hostels are good, especially because the food is so good when we compare it to other college hostels. They are providing food in the mess. The canteen setup is not there. Sports and game facilities are there, like an indoor badminton court, a basketball court, a small football ground, and a volleyball court. Medical facilities provide a first aid facility.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful and very supportive. Every faculty member is a qualified professional with the best knowledge and teaching quality. This course helps most of the students achieve their goals in this industry. Semester exams are actually easy. Most of the students will understand easily by studying. The pass percentage is 30%.

Other: I chose this course because I aim to become a professional chief, and after lots of research, I came to know this college is the best. The best things are teaching quality and placement. The thing that needs to improve is campus size and facilities. So many events are there, like Cata Fest, Food Festival, etc.

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Placements: From the past few years, all the students who have attended the placements have gotten 1 or 2 job offers. Top recruiters like Hyatt, Taj, Hilton, Four seasons and many quick-serving restaurants visits our college for placements. Roles starting from entry-level to management trainee positions are offered. The placements happens around November and December.

Infrastructure: The college has a well-functioning computer lab, library, well-equipped training kitchen, restaurants, and many more. Basketball court, badminton court, volleyball court, atrium, and auditorium are also there. However, the infrastructure is not up to par.

Faculty: Every faculty member in IHM has to clear a national-level test called NHTET, followed by a skill test and then an interview in order to become a faculty member in IHM. So, there is no doubt that they are educated and talented. Faculty members can be easily approached and they are always there for the needs of students. From 2023, the college comes under JNU certification, so the syllabus is a bit vast and sure it does make a student ready for the industry.

Other: This course has huge potential. Numerous opportunities lie after this course, such as in the hotel industry, airlines, cruise lines, retail, human resources, sales and marketing, teaching, etc. One can always find their desired profession after choosing this course, which makes it more appealing.

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The pros and cons of ihmct kovalam Trivandrum .

Placements: The institute's placement cell has a strong track record of placing students in top hotels, resorts, and catering businesses. In the past years, IHMC Kovalam has had an impressive placement record. Packages offered: the highest salary offered was 8-10 lakhs per annum; the lowest package offered was around 2.5-3 lakhs per annum. Top recruiters like Taj, Oberoi, Marriott, ITC Hotels, and Hilton were among the top recruiters. Almost 85 percent got placed in good hotel groups. At the end of the day, our performance matters!

Infrastructure: The campus is modern and well-equipped with world-class facilities like state-of-the-art training kitchens, a bakery, a front office lab, mock hotel rooms, and an auditorium. The institute also has hostel facilities for students who are far away from home, for both male and female students. The hostel rooms are good; the toilets are always clean because there are many people to take care of them. When it comes to the hostel mess, it's pretty decent. They serve non-veg 2-4 days a week on random days; there is no fixed menu. The food is eatable, nothing more. The hostel is fun; there are so many activities. Also, there are four ACs in a class!

Faculty: The faculty members of IHMC Kovalam are well-experienced and highly qualified. I have to mention Rahul sir here because he is the main pillar of IHMC Kovalam. When talking about the exams, this is a college where if you have attendance, then you are ready for the exam. Exams are pretty easy; if you have common sense, you can pass the exam for sure. There are a lot of assignments to do here, so be prepared if you are considering admission here. This is an institution where your performance matters a lot. Always be attentive and presentable, and also be cool.

Other: One thing that I should say is that the institute should conduct more programs. We have very few programs compared to other IHMs. The institute needs a little upgrade in the auditorium, but the rest is fine.

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Our college is good and provides good placements.

Placements: About 230 students got placed in our course. Top recruiting companies are Taj, Hilton, Crown Plaza, etc. Now interviews are going on, and about 36 students have passed the first interview from the Hilton Group. Top roles are offered to students.

Infrastructure: Our college has good classrooms. We have 6 training kitchens. Chefs are good.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful. They always helped students. Some faculty members have not taken care of students' studies. If students are interactive in class, faculty members were friendly toward them. The course curriculum makes students industry-ready. We were the covid batch so we had online classes for 2 years. Online exams were good.

Other: I opted for this course because I like cooking. It would be better if there will be some fun activities in the college. Some events were held in our college.

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This college has well-educated staff and provides many placements.

Placements: Around 75% of students are placed. The average salary package offered ranges from 3 LPA to 3.5 LPA. The top recruiting companies are Four Seasons, Taj, Puma, etc., that visit our campus to hire students. Many students get internships in top hotels like Taj, Oberoi, Grand Hyatt, etc. Every year many companies visit for recruitment, and there are many opportunities for students to get placed.

Infrastructure: In this college, Wi-Fi is enabled. Computer laboratories and kitchens for food production practicals are there. In the library, many books are available. The hostel is good, and students have privacy in the hostel. There are 3 students and 3 of them have their private space. The mess can accommodate 80 students at a time, and the food served is also good. It also provides a football ground, basketball court, volleyball, and badminton court.

Faculty: Teachers are well qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful. They teach very well, and students have industrial training that helps them in industry work. The semester exams are easy, but some subjects are tough.

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Placements: Many companies come to the college for placements, especially Taj and 4 Seasons. If we work hard and learn everything properly, we will be hired. We can also make friends from many states and different cultures.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi is available only for college purposes. Labs are nice and air-conditioned. The classrooms are good and have AC. The library is good. Hostel rooms are good, and each student has a bed and an almirah. The mess is excellent and hygienic. Basketball, football, and volleyball grounds are available.

Faculty: The faculty members are awesome and friendly. They help us with everything. Exams are easy for those who study well. Practicals are awesome if we like cooking and serving. We can improve our English-speaking skills.

Other: Many events are held here. VIP guests are invited to the campus. The whole fest is based on the food varieties. Campus life is good. There are many beaches and 5-star hotels nearby.

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2022Read More

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What percentage in the entrance exam is needed to get admission in IHMCT Kovalam?

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If you're aiming for IHMCT Kovalam for that BSc in Hospitality & Hotel Admin, here's the deal: You'll need to crack the NCHMCT JEE with at least 80 percentile if you're in the General category. Also, you should have 50%+ in 12th with English as one of your main subjects. The competition's decent, bu

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What is the cutoff for admission to the MSc in Hospitality & Hotel Administration at IHM Kovalam?

Answered 2 months ago

If you belong to the General AI category of students, the required NCHMCT JEE cutoff rank was 54 for admission to the MSc in Hospitality & Hotel Administration course. Please note that the cutoff ranks vary for different rounds and categories. In 2023, the cutoff rank for the same course was 155 for

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How has the BSc cutoff at IHM Kovalam changed from 2023 to 2025 for OBC category?

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For students in the General AI category seeking admission to the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration, the NCHMCT JEE last round cutoff ranks have shown fluctuating trends in their closing ranks over three years. Please note that the cutoff trends differ across various rounds and categories

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How much rank should I score to get a seat at IHM Kovalam?

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IHM Kovalam accepts the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam for admitting students to B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration course. Candidates with a valid score are only eligible to appear in the counselling process. As per the IHM Kovalam NCHMCT JEE cutoff 2025, the first round closing rank for BSc a

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What is the IHM Kovalam cutoff for all categories in the NCHMCT JEE exam 2025?

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The NCHMCT JEE cutoff 2025 for Round 1 has been released, wherein the closing ranks varied between 4602 and 7977 across different categories in the All India quota. The lower the cutoff rank, the higher the chance of getting admission to your desired college. Among the OBC category candidates, the N

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