Best Hotel / Hospitality Management Colleges in Maharashtra - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

There are about 300+ Galgotias in Hotel Management colleges in India. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees:

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
Galgotias University Noida BHM	INR 9 lakh
Christ University BHM	INR 9 lakh
Jamia Millia Islamia BHM	INR 1 lakh
M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences BHM	INR 7 lakh
Galgotias University BHM	INR 7 lakh

There are about 1,650+ Hotel Management colleges in India. Of these, 937 colleges are privately owned, 243 colleges are owned by public/government organisations, and public-private owns 38 Hospitality Management colleges in India. Students can secure admission based on their merit in Class 12 or an intermediate exam; some hospitality schools in India also conduct entrance exams like NCHMCT JEE, CUET, etc. IHM Delhi, IHM Mumbai, IHM Bangalore, IHM Lucknow, IHM Chennai, Jamia Millia Islamia, Galgotias University, IHM Gurdaspur, Amity University Noida, Christ University, etc. Admission to these hotel management India top colleges is either merit-based or entrance exam-based.

An MBA in Hotel Management can be a helpful qualification for those looking to work in the hospitality business. It can provide a solid foundation in business management principles, strategic planning, and leadership skills that are transferable to many different sectors of the hospitality industry. Furthermore, an MBA can lead to higher-level roles and better earning potential. The future outlook for any professional path, however, can be influenced by a variety of factors such as industry developments, economic situations, and individual career ambitions. To make an informed decision about obtaining an MBA in hotel management, it is critical to analyze current trends and speak with industry specialists.

After completing an MBA in hotel management, there are numerous career opportunities available in the hospitality industry. Here are some potential career paths:

Job Profiles	Average Package
Hotel General Manager	INR 6.2 LPA
Revenue Manager	INR 10.3 LPA
Director of Sales and Marketing	INR 24 LPA
Food and Beverage Manager	INR 10.3 LPA
Event Planner	INR 3 LPA
Hospitality Consultant	INR 6 LPA

NOTE: The above mentioned salaries have been taken from Ambitionbox. Therefore, it may vary in future.

Yes, you can still apply for entrance exams and colleges even if your class 12th result is awaited. You will be under provisional admission. This means you will have to submit a passing certificate once the results are out.

Yes, taking admission into IHM Mumbai is considered competitive.  However, for entrance-based admission candidates have to apply on the website of the respective entrance exam. The institute requiring a strong performance on the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam and a good rank to secure a seat at IHMCTAN Mumbai, especially for the general category. In 2024, the last round closing rank for the BSc programme in the General AI quota was 1363, while in 2023 it was 903, and in 2022, it was 617. IHM Mumbai considers merit for admission to diploma and certificate courses.

Everyone has a different understanding of hard and easy. The same course can't be easy for everyone, it depends person to person. According to popular belief, BHMCT is considered the hardest or high effort course. Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology is a 4 year degree program.

Yes, Diploma holders can apply for Hotel Management courses. If you finished a Diploma after class 12th, then you can apply to a UG Hotel Management course. If you have a bachelor's degree and a diploma, then you can apply for a PG HM course. Entrance exams like CUET, CUET PG, IIHM eCHAT, CAT are compulsory for admission. Some colleges have different eligibility criterias. Please check the official website of the college before applying.

As per the report, the the highest and average package offered in 2025 stood at INR 3.36 LPA. The key highlights of Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Hotel and Tourism Management placements for the Class of 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest package	INR 3.36 LPA
Total recruiters	28
Placement rate	97%
Top recruiters	The Oberoi, Taj Group, ITC, Trident

The flagship courses offered at All India Shri Shivaji Memorial Society's, College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology are B.Sc., BHMCT. The Institute has experienced faculty offering the best education to students. On the basis of Shiksha verified reviews, All India Shri Shivaji Memorial Society's, College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology has a rating of 4.5 by students. The college's campuslife, placements, faculty and Infrastructure has been rated as 4.3, 4.5, 4.6 and 4.5 as per reviews by students.

Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts and Nutritional Sciences has a state-of-the-art infrastructure with multiple facilities available at the college. The college has Culinary Labs, Foundation Kitchen Lab,  and others. There are a total of 20 well-equipped work stations available in the college. The college even has a big library with a good collection of knowledgeable books.

Food and Beverage Director and General Manager of a premier international hotel chain hold highest earning position in Tourism industry.

Food & Beverage Director is responsible for managing all parts of organization's food and beverage planning and service like -

• menu planning
• costing
• preparing and presenting food and beverages
• adhering to quality and safety requirements

Internship or Industry training forms an integral part of the Curriculum at SCHMTT. This is the time when students experience nuances of the Hospitality Industry. The Industrial training enables them to relate the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom, with systems, standards and practices used in the Hospitality Industry, SCHMTT students undergo the Internship in prestigious hotels both in India and abroad. Opportunities for Internships and Summer Placements in Singapore, US, UK, New Zealand, Mauritius and other countries through various experts / agencies in the field are available

JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research have students who got above 75% in Karnataka board exams, almost all are merit students.

Faculty in JSS academy makes students practically trained to fit for the best jobs. Actually placements are depends on the subject you have taken. Above 75% students got placed in their respective field.

UEI Pune offers placements and internship opportunities to its students. It also provides industrial training in both domestic and international companies. The college provides several opportunities to students for industry exposure, internships, and placement assistance by a dedicated placement team. Some of the top recruiters at UEI Global Pune are Hotel Crowne Plaza, Hyatt Regency, Ritz Carlton - Dubai, Four Seasons - Dubai, The Imperial, Lemon Tree, Tanishq, Sheraton, etc.

MIT World Peace Univeristy has launched a total of 10 new courses across UG and PG levels for 2027-2028 admission year. Check below for all the new courses launched in each programme.

1.      B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Quantum Technology)

2.      B.Tech Defence Technology

3.      Integrated B. Tech in Computer Science and Engineering + MBA in AI Bussiness management

4.      Integrated B. Tech in Civil Engineering + MBA in Construction Management

5.      M.Sc Cyber Security

6.      BBA Fintech and Digital Banking (Hons.)

7.      BBA in AI & Business Intelligence

8.      MBA Luxury Brand Management

9.      M.Sc. Genomics and Precision Medicine

Zeal College of Engineering and Research, Pune offers Engineering and Management courses. These programmes are offerred in full-time mode. Seats intake availability for these courses at Zeal College of Engineering and Research goes up to 1,320.

S. No.	Course	Intake
1.	Civil Engineering	60
2.	Computer Engineering	180
3.	Electrical Engineering	60
4.	Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering	120
5.	Information Technology	120
6.	Mechanical Engineering	120
7.	Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Engineering	60
8.	Robotics and Automation Engineering	60
9.	Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning	60
10.	Electronics & Computer	60
11.	Data Science	24
12.	IOT & Sensor System	24
13.	Power Systems	24
14.	Robotics & Automation	24
15.	Design Engineering	24
16.	MBA	60

The application forms for PUMBA - Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology are released online. The application process for PUMBA MBA admission is the same as the MAH CET MBA registration process. The important dates for the MAH CET MBA are mentioned below: MAH CET MBA application starts: TBA MAH CET MBA last date to apply: TBA MAH CET correction window: TBA MAH CET MBA admit card release: TBA MAH CET MBA exam, MAH CET MBA result declaration: TBA MAH CET MBA counseling: TBA For PUMBA MBA (Pharma-Biotech), the application process is ongoing and will end in August. The registration process for all the programs offered by PUMBA is online.

The flagship courses offered at Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training are Certificate. The Institute has experienced faculty offering the best education to students. On the basis of Shiksha verified reviews, Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training has a rating of 4.4 by students. The college's campuslife, placements, faculty and Infrastructure has been rated as 4.7, 4.1, 4.6 and 4.5 as per reviews by students.

Savitribai Phule Pune University  (also known as UNIPUNE, Pune University and SPPU), is a collegiate public state university. The University is located at Pune, was established in 1949 through Poona University Act and is one of the premier universities in India. Recognised by UGC, it is popularly known as the 'Oxford of the East'. The University is accredited ‘A’ grade by NAAC. With over 40+ academic departments,  10+ faculties and 50+ research centres, the university also has about 300+ recognised research institutes and over 700 affiliated colleges offering UG, PG, diploma, PG diploma, PhD and certificate courses.

Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University is highly ranked in pharmacy & general categories featuring 54th rank in Pharmacy & 151-200 range in  University category according to NIRF 2025. Institution holds NAAC 'A' grade & is recognised by UGC.

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

IIBMS - Indian Institute of Business Management and Studies has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM	Candidates must have completed graduation/ diploma with mentioned years of experience are also eligible to apply.
UG Diploma	Candidate who have passed 10+2 from a recognized board are eligible for the admission. Candidate who have passed class 10 with two years of work experience are also eligible for the admission. Candidate who have completed diploma are also eligible for the admission.
Ph.D.	Candidate must have either completed post graduation from a recognized university or graduation with minimum two years of experience.
Executive MBA/PGDM	Candidate must have completed graduation with mentioned years of experience or diploma with 5 years of experience.
BBA	Candidate who have completed class 10th with 2 years of working experience are eligible for the admission. Or candidate who have completed class 10+2 or diploma (work experience not compulsory) are also eligible for the admission.

Yes, students can get direct admission at Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University. Students accepts admisison through merit based. It is mandatory to qualify the eligibility criteria set for each course. 

For admission to IMED Pune, the application process is conducted online through the official website of institute. Candidates need to register and fill an application form to apply for any of the programmes. Check below the basic steps to apply for IMED Pune admission 2024:

1. Visit the official website of IMED Pune.
2. Click on “Apply Online for Admissions”.
3. Choose a course and click on “Apply”.
4. Fill the application form by entering personal and qualification details.
5. Upload a passport size photograph and scanned signature.
6. Submit the application form by paying the application fee online via debit/ credit cards or net banking.