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Hotel Management courses teach candidates how they can run and manage hotels, restaurants, resorts, etc. Jobs available for graduates are Hotel Manager, Hotel Director, Front Office Manager, Housekeeping Manager, etc. Recruiters include The Taj Group of Hotels, Marriott International, Inc., Hyatt Hotels, ITC Group of Hotels, etc.

Candidates who wish to get into Hospitality field can pursue this course. Now, Hotel Management includes different types of course levels which can be selected by candidates according to their liking like UG, PG, Doctorate, Diploma and also Certificate level. If we talk about eligibility generally, candidates should pass Class 12 with passing marks. Candidates should also pass some exams like CUET, CAT, MAT, CMAT, etc. Fees can range around INR 1 Lakh to INR 15 Lakh.

But candidates should know that eligibility, exam required as well as fees can be different according to the courses as well as colleges. Popular colleges are  IHM Delhi, IHM Kolkata, Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management, Army Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, etc. 

Q:   What is Hotel Management course all about?
A:

Hotel Management courses gives knowledge and skills which are needed in Hospitality and Travel industry. 

Students can choose from specialisations like -

They can also get jobs in -

  • Hotels
  • Restaurants
  • Cruise
  • Bars
  • Hospitals
  • MNCs
  • Airlines, etc.
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Q:   How is the Hotel Management industry adopting in accordance with the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
A:

Hi,

Hotel Management industry is welcoming towards AI because of following factors -

  • AI powered predicting analytics are now used to personalise guest experiences and to estimate their demands which further helps in opiminizing pricing strategies. 
  • AI powered chatbots are effective in resolving customer queries through quick responses, making reservations and even offering personalised recommenedations.
  • AI facial recognistion systems helps in quick check-ins and access controls. 
  • Few of regions are also installing robots for housekeeping services. 
  • AI revenue management systems are optimizing pricing and inventory across various channels, maximizing profitability.
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Table of contents
  • Highlights
  • How to Apply for Hotel Management
  • Hotel Management Exams
  • Admission Process
  • Hotel Management Syllabus
  • Best Hotel Management Colleges
  • Popular Private Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India
  • Hotel Management Career Scope: Jobs, Salary and Top Recruiters
  • Hotel Management Courses: FAQs
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) PG Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location
  • Most Popular Courses
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Highlights

Candidates can see detailed information about the course below -

Parameters Hotel Management Course Details
Hotel Management Course Levels Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD, Diploma, and Certificate
Requirement

UG: Class 12 + Entrance Exam

PG: Bachelor's degree + Entrance Exam

Doctorate: Master' degree + Entrance Exam

Diploma or Certification: Class 10 or 12 scores

Hotel Management Course Duration

UG: 3-4 Years

PG: 2 Years

Doctorate: 3 to 5 Years

Diploma/Certification: approx. 6 months

Popular Hotel Management Course Options

BHM, BSc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration, BBA in Hospitality, Travel, and TourismBHMCT, MHM, etc. 

Hotel Management Entrance Exams 2025

UG: NCHMCT JEE, CUET, MAH HM CET, etc.

PG: CAT, MAT, CMAT, CUET PG, XAT, MAH CET etc.

Best Hotel Management Colleges IHM Delhi, IHM Kolkata, Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management, Army Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, SRM Institute of Hotel Management, etc.
Average Hotel Management Course Fees  INR 1 lakh to INR 15 lakh
Average Hotel Management Course Salary  INR 3 LPA - INR 10 LPA
Top Hotel Management Job Profiles Hotel Manager, Hotel Director, Front Office Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Restaurant and Food Service Manager, Chef, etc.
Hotel Management Course Top Recruiters The Taj Group of Hotels, Marriott International, Inc., Hyatt Hotels, ITC Group of Hotels, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts, Accor Hotels, etc.

Source - Multiple eternal/ official sites, information may vary.

How to Apply for Hotel Management

Candidates who want to apply for Hotel Management should complete Class 12 with any stream. They also might be required to appear for Hotel Management exams accepted by desired colleges - 

UG Courses -

  • National-level exams like NCHMCT JEE, CUET, UGAT BHM are top exams popularly known for admission to IHMs, AIMA, GGSIPU, etc.
  • State-level exams like MAH HM CET and JEECUP (mostly for Diploma courses) are popular state-level exams for Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, respectively.
  • University-level exams like IIHM eCHAT, Christ University Entrance Test, IPU CET BHMCT, JMI Entrance Exam, etc., for admission to IIHM, Christ, GGSIPU, and JMI, respectively. State universities also accept national-level entrance scores.

PG Courses -

  • National-level exams like CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, ATMA, GATE, CUET PG - Pan-India exam, popularly known for admission to MHM & MBA in Hotel Management in premier colleges.
  • State-level exams like  APICET, TANCET & MAH HM CET are popular state-level exams for  Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.
  • University-level exams like IPU CET & JMI Entrance Exam, for GGSIPU, and JMI, respectively. State universities also accept national-level entrance scores.

*Please note that most private Hotel Management Colleges accept admissions directly based on class 12th scores.

Hospital Management Eligibility

Candidates should check the official websites of the colleges if students are targeting an accurate and detailed Hotel Management course eligibility.

The basic Hotel Management eligibility criteria for the diploma, UG, PG, and PhD levels are mentioned in the table below:

Hotel Management Course Eligibility Criteria
UG  Students who have completed their Class 12 from a recognised board with passing marks are eligible to apply for Hotel Management courses after 12th. Some colleges also demand English as a core subject.
PG  Students who have completed their graduation with 55 percent aggregate marks can apply
Doctorate A master's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate score from a recognized university. 
UG Diploma For most diploma courses, one needs to complete secondary education (10+2) from a recognised board, while some after 10th diploma courses are also available.
PG Diploma Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management or a related field from a recognised university or institution.

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, information may vary.

Q:   What are the qualifications required for admission to top ranked Hotel Management colleges in India?
A:

Hotel Management courses are offered at various levels, that's why eligibility criteria also vary depending.

Here is basic idea of eligibility criteria for Hotel Management courses:

UG: Class 12 from any stream + 50%

PG: UG degree from a recognized university.

Diploma/Certification: Class 12 or Class 10 scores.

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Q:   What is the admission process for Hotel Management?
A:

Eligibility depends on type of Hotel Management course which you wish to pursue and details of some courses is stated below: 

Diploma Class 10th pass from a recognised board with minimum 40% marks.

Bachelors Degree: Class 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks.

Post-graduation degree: Bachelors degree from a recognised university with at least 45% marks. Graduate & PG programs may also require you to appear in entrance exams such as NCHMCT, AIMA UGAT, E-CHAT, etc.

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Hotel Management Exams

Besides scoring at least 50% aggregate in your class 12th with any stream, you might need an entrance score accepted by the top hotel management colleges, as well. This section covers some of the top entrance exams for hotel management courses at various levels like UG, PG, and diploma. These entrances are conducted on three levels, mainly - National, State, and University.

Hotel Management Entrance Exam: National Level 

Refer to the table below for the Hotel Management Entrance exams conducted at the national level 

UG Course Entrance Exam
NCHMCT JEE A national-level entrance conducted by NTA for B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration admission in top government & private IHMs (Institutes of Hotel Management) in India. NCHMCT JEE Schedule
CUET National-level entrance exam accepted by top central, state & private universities like GGSIPU for Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) admission. CUET Schedule
UGAT BHM National-level entrance exam conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA) for UG hotel management admissions in  UGAT BHM
PG Course Entrance Exam
CUET PG National-level entrance exam accepted for admission in PG programs like MBA in Tourism, Travel & Hotel Management, or MHM in top central, state & private universities. CUET PG Schedule
CAT A national-level entrance exam required for admission to PG management programs like MBA in Hospitality in IIMs and other elite colleges, eg, FMS, SPJIMR, MDI, plus various IITs, etc. CAT Schedule
MAT National-level management entrance exam conducted by AIMA for MBA/PGDM admissions in 600+ Indian B-schools. MAT Schedule
CMAT National-level entrance test conducted annually by the NTA for admission to over 1,000 AICTE-approved MBA/PGDM programs in colleges like SIMSREE, JBIMS, K J Somaiya, etc. CMAT Schedule
XAT National-level management entrance exam conducted annually by XLRI Jamshedpur for MBA/PGDM admissions.  XAT Schedule
ATMA National-level entrance exam conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) for admission to MBA & PGDM courses in more than 700 Indian management institutes.  ATMA Schedule

Hotel Management Entrance Exam: University Level 

Refer to the table below for the Hotel Management Entrance exams conducted at the university level 

UG Course Entrance Exam

IIHM eCHAT

An online proctored Management Aptitude Test that you give when you want to join hotel management courses for getting admission into IIHM campuses like Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jaipur, New Delhi, Pune, Goa, Samarkand, Bangkok, etc. IIHM eCHAT
Christ University Entrance Test Christ University Entrance Test is a UG entrance exam conducted for admission to various UG courses such as BBA, BCom, BHM, etc in Christ University. Christ University Entrance Test CUET
IPU CET BHMCT University-level entrance exam conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) for admissions to a wide range of UG and PG programmes in Hotel Management. IPU CET BHMCT
JMI Entrance Exam University-level entrance exam conducted for JMI admissions to a wide range of UG and PG programmes in Hotel Management. JMI Entrance Exam
PG Course Entrance Exam
JMI Entrance Exam University-level entrance exam conducted for JMI admissions to a wide range of UG and PG programmes in Hotel Management. JMI Entrance Exam
IPU CET BHMCT University-level entrance exam conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) for admissions to a wide range of UG and PG programmes in Hotel Management. IPU CET BHMCT

Hotel Management Entrance Exam: State Level

Refer to the table below for the Hotel Management Entrance exams conducted at the state level 

UG Course Entrance Exam
MAH HM CET Maharashtra Hotel Management Common Entrance Test is an entrance for admission into UG/ PG hotel management courses in top Maharashtra colleges. MAH HM CET Schedule
JEECUP Entrance used to get into colleges in Uttar Pradesh for courses like a Diploma in Hotel Management. JEECUP
PG Course Entrance Exam
APICET State-level MBA and MCA entrance examination conducted for admission to colleges in the state of Andhra Pradesh conducted by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education. APICET Schedule
TANCET Entrance test conducted for PG admissions at the state level in Tamil Nadu. Anna University conducts TANCET for admission to courses like MBA and MCA programmes. TANCET Schedule
MAH HM CET Maharashtra Hotel Management Common Entrance Test is an entrance for admission into UG/ PG hotel management courses in top Maharashtra colleges. MAH HM CET Schedule

 Source - Multiple external/ official sites, information may vary.

Important Exam Dates

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 26

NCHMCT JEE 2027 registration

TENTATIVE
01 Jun ' 27

NCHMCT JEE 2027 First Merit List

To Be Notified

NCHMCT JEE 2027 Final Merit List

09 Jul ' 26 - 19 Jul ' 26

MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Counselling Registration

ONGOING
10 Jul ' 26 - 24 Jul ' 26

MAH MHMCT CET 2026 Counselling Registration

ONGOING
09 Jul ' 26 - 19 Jul ' 26

MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Counselling Registration

ONGOING
10 Jul ' 26 - 24 Jul ' 26

MAH MHMCT CET 2026 Counselling Registration

ONGOING
DatesPast Exam Dates
Apr ' 26

NCHMCT JEE 2027 exam date

14 Jun ' 26

AIMA UGAT 2026

21 May ' 26

MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Answer Key

22 Aug ' 26

SAT India Exam (August) Attempt

12 Sep ' 26

SAT India Exam (September) Attempt

Jul '26

Declaration of MAKAUT CET Results

TENTATIVE

Jun '26

Issuance of MAKAUT CET Admit Card

TENTATIVE

9 Jul ' 26 - 19 Jul ' 26

MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Counselling Registration

10 Jul ' 26 - 24 Jul ' 26

MAH MHMCT CET 2026 Counselling Registration

Q:   Which entrance exams are required for admission to the top colleges for Hotel Management?
A:

For admissions in best colleges for Hotel Management courses you need to pass these exams which are given in the table below -

College Type/NameEntrance Exam (s)
Government Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs)NCHMCT JEE (National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology Joint Entrance Examination)
Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), ManipalWGSHA Entrance Test / MET (Manipal Entrance Test)
Christ University, BangaloreChrist University Entrance Test
Lovely Professional University (LPU), PunjabLPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test)
Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad (IHM-A)IHM-A Entrance Test/May accept NCHMCT JEE.
Amity UniversityAmity JEE / May accept other national level exams.
Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, New DelhiBCIHMCT Entrance Test / May accept NCHMCT JEE.
Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development (OCLD)OCLD Entrance Exam/Interview Process.

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Admission Process

Candidates can see a detailed step-wise admission process for the Hotel Management course below -

Hotel Management Admission Process: Government Colleges

  • Fulfill the eligibility criteria of the UG or PG Hotel Management criteria as per the college guidelines.
  • Appear for national-level entrance exams like JEE, CUET for UG courses and CUET PG, CAT, MAT, CMAT for PG courses or any other state level exams
  • Once the results come out, get your documents verified in the counselling process.

  • Confirm your seat after paying tuition fees. 

 

Hotel Management Admission Process: Private Colleges

  • Apply to private universities through their websites.
  • Appear for entrance exams. (if applicable)
  • For PG courses some colleges accept the aggregate marks or CGPA of UG degree, check admission criteria on the official website of the college

  • Participate in counselling or interview rounds conducted by the university.

  • Submit documents and pay fees to get a seat, if selected. 

Hotel Management Syllabus

Some common concepts are generically covered under most Hotel Management courses across colleges in India

  • Food production
  • Facility planning
  • Advanced food production
  • Front office operation
  • Front office management
  • Quality food production
  • Principles of management
  • Principles of accounting

Refer to the table below for more details

Hotel Management Course Hotel Management Subject Hotel Management Syllabus PDFs
Diploma

Food & Beverage Service, Housekeeping Operations, Diploma Hotel Management Subjects Sem, Hospitality Marketing, Travel Tourism Management, Diploma Hotel Management, etc.

Dilpoma_Hotel_Management_syllabus 
BHM

Foundation Course in Food & Beverage Service, Foundation Course in Accommodation Operations, Advanced Food & Beverage Service, Accommodation Management, etc.

BHM_syllabus 
MBA  in Hotel Management

Front Office Theory, Financial Accounting for Tourism and Hotel Business, Travel Management, Food Production and Beverage Service, Food Safety and Nutrition, Tourism Planning

MBA_Hotel_Management_syllabus 

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, information may vary.

Q:   What are the main subjects covered in Hotel Management courses?
A:

Candidates can see below the main subjects that are there in Hotel Management courses -

  • Food & Beverage Service
  • Food Production
  • Front Office Management
  • Housekeeping
  • Travel & Tourism Management
  • Bakery & Confectionary
  • Healthcare & Hospital
  • Bartending

Students go for a specific course and its curriculum can be different according to specialization and college offering course.

Q:   Which Hotel Management subjects are easier and help improve overall grades?
A:

Candidates can see some easy subjects that can help you to make overall grades better -

  • Hospitality Marketing: It involves understanding basic marketing concepts; more logical and real-world based.
  • Hotel Accountancy (Basic): It often simpler than full-fledged accounting; deals with basic ledgers and billing.
  • Front Office Operations: It entails theory and practical both; easier to understand as it deals with guest interaction and etiquette.
  • Human Resource Management: It is theoretical and logic-based, with many real-life applications; easier to write in exams.
  • Tourism Studies: It is more descriptive and general knowledge-based; minimal technical complexity.
  • Food & Beverage Service (Theory): It covers service styles, menu types, and etiquette – more memory-based than skill-based

 

Q:   Which are the best courses in Hotel Management?
A:

There are many types of Hotel Management courses that are offered in India. Hotel Management can be studied at UG, PG, Diploma and even Certificate levels in India.  Out of these they choose according to their liking. 

Candidates can see the list of types of courses that are offered below: 

Hotel Management UG Courses 

Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)

Bachelor in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)
BSc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration

BA in Hotel Management

BBA in Hospitality, travel & tourism 

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Hotel Management PG Courses

Master of Hotel Management (MHM)

Master in Tourism and Hotel Management (MTHM)

MBA in Hotel Management

MBA in Hospitality Management

MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management

MBA Hospitality
Q:   Which specialisation in Hotel Management has better job security in the future?
A:

Candidates can see table showing best specialisations in Hotel Management field which have a better future in the career -

SpecializationFuture Outlook
Food and Beverage Management
- Continued growth in restaurant and catering sectors.
 - Increased focus on health-conscious and customized dining experiences.
 - Growth in catering for large scale events.
Hotel Operations Management
- Steady demand for efficient hotel managers.
 - Emphasis on technology integration and personalized guest services.
 - increased demand for boutique hotel managers.
Revenue Management
- Increased reliance on data analytics and dynamic pricing.
 - Growing importance of online distribution and e-commerce.
 - important in times of economic fluctuation.
Event Management
- Continued growth in the MICE industry. - Increased demand for virtual and hybrid event planning.
 - Growing demand for specialised event management skills.
Hospitality Technology
- Increase of automation within the hospitality industry.
- cyber security knowledge is an ever increasing need.
- expertise in AI use, and implementation is ever expanding.

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Best Hotel Management Colleges

There are approx. 1,500 college offering Hotel Management courses. Out of which 200+ are government, 900+ private and 30+ public private. Choosing best colleges for Hotel Management education can be tough, especially when there are a lot of options in front of candidates. At this point it becomes very important to filter them out according to your liking, budget and career plan. 

Popular IHMs

Candidates can see list of popular IHMs below:

Institute of Hotel Management (IHMs) in India

Hotel Management Course Fees

IHM Bhubaneswar

INR 12,000 - 2.76 lakh

IHM Chennai

INR 15,160 - 1.88 lakh

IHM Lucknow

INR 19,000 - 3.37 lakh

IHM Ranchi

INR 25,000 - 2.96 lakh

IHM Hyderabad

INR 25,000 - 3.3 lakh

IHM Shimla

INR 27,500 - 1.88 lakh

IHM Mumbai

INR 50,000 - 3.91 lakh

IHM Delhi

INR 50,000 - 4.15 lakh

IHM Bhopal

INR 1.88 lakh

IHM Bangalore

INR 1.88 lakh - 3.17 lakh

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, information may vary.

Hotel Management Government Colleges

Jamia Millia Islamia, PUMBA and IGNOU are some popular government colleges that offer Hotel Management courses in India. Candidates can see list of popular colleges that offer Hotel Management courses below -  

Colleges Fees (INR)
MSU 26,760
CSJM  31,000 - 2.24 Lakh
Jamia Millia Islamia 1.51 Lakh - 3.98 Lakh
Department of Management Sciences, Pune University (PUMBA) 2.1 Lakh
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University 2.8 Lakh

Source - Multiple external/ official sites on the web, information may vary.

Check out the list of Top Government Hotel Management Colleges

Hotel Management Private Colleges

MMU, IILM University and Amity University (Noida) are some popular private colleges that offer Hotel Management courses in India. Candidates can see list of popular colleges that offer Hotel Management courses below - 

Colleges Fees (INR)
School of Hospitality and Tourism Studies 1.75 Lakh - 9 Lakh
Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management 2.6 L - 5 L
School of Hotel and Catering Management, VELS Institute of Science 72,000
NSHM Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management, Durgapur 2.25 Lakh
Chitkara College of Hospitality Management, Chitkara University 3.25 Lakh - 4.48 Lakh
Army Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology 7.27 Lakh
Source - Multiple external/ official sites on the web, information may vary.
 

Best Affordable Private Colleges for Hotel Management Course

There are many private management colleges in India. Because of the rising popularity of hospitality courses, the number of colleges offering Hotel Mangement courses has also risen.

Following is a list of best affordable private colleges offering Hotel Management Courses:

Note: Information is taken from official sources and is subject to change.

Check the full list of Best Affordable Private Colleges for HM Course

 

5.12 L - 6.8 L
4.4

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3 L - 6.4 L
4 LPA

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45 K - 3.6 L
4.2 LPA

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4 Courses
50 K - 4.15 L
4.5

#4 Outlook

10 Courses
50 K - 3.91 L
4.5

#6 Outlook

8.16 L - 9.2 L
3.5

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Q:   Which are the top distance Hotel Management colleges in India?
A:

Around 100+ best distance Hotel Management colleges are there in India. 

Candidates can see table below to see some of the colleges which are given along with their total tuition fees -

Distance CollegesTotal Tuition Fee
IHM KolkataINR 2 lakh
IIBMS INR 51,000
Mumbai College of Hotel Management and Catering TechnologyINR 15,000 - INR 2 lakh
NSOU - Netaji Subhas Open UniversityINR 30,000
UEI Global, PuneINR 2 lakh
UEI Global, LucknowINR 2 lakh

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.
 

Q:   What are the best Hotel Management colleges which take direct admission?
A:

There are some colleges in India which offer Hotel Management courses through direct admission. Candidates can see table showing a list of best Hotel Management colleges in India which take direct admission along with their total tuition fee -

College NameTotal Tuition Fee
IHM AurangabadINR 60,000 - INR 16 lakh
Amity University OnlineINR 20,000 - INR 2 lakh
Symbiosis School of Culinary ArtsINR 8 lakh
Graphic Era Deemed to be UniversityINR 41,000 - INR 7 lakh

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Q:   What is the best university in India to get a degree in Hospitality and Hotel Management?
A:

Candidates can see table below showing best and popular colleges that offer Hotel Management courses -

CollegesCourse Fees (INR)
Chandigarh University (CU)5.12 L - 6.8 L
MMU30 K - 2.7 L
Dayananda Sagar Business School9.91 L
IILM University12.3 L - 15.6 L
IHM Delhi50 K - 4.15 L

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Hope this answer helps you!

Popular Private Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India

10 Courses
1.15 L - 5 L
4.3

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8.16 L - 9.2 L
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1 Course
8 L
2 Courses
6 L
1 Course
7.2 L
1 Course
6 L
6 LPA

Hotel Management Career Scope: Jobs, Salary and Top Recruiters

Hotels, resorts, fast food chains, and restaurants are just a few of key job categories in hospitality industry. graduates of Hotel Management courses can work in any of disciplines listed above. With globalisation of more and more hotel companies spreading their company worldwide, Hotel Management has long been a popular option. As a result, there is a high demand for Hotel Management course graduates.

Hotel Management Jobs in India

Candidates can see popular jobs that candidates can go for after completing the course below -

Hotel/ Hospitality Management
HM Job Profiles Average Salary (INR)
Front Desk Executive 3 LPA
Executive Housekeeper 8.9 LPA
Hotel Manager 4.4 LPA
Food & Beverage
Food and Beverage Manager 10.7 LPA
Chef 3.2 LPA
Restaurant Manager 5.1 LPA
Event Management, Travel & Leisure
Event Manager 6.2 LPA
Travel Manager 9.3 LPA
Spa Manager 4.5 LPA
Aviation Hospitality
Cabin Crew 8.1 LPA
In-Flight Manager 8.9 LPA
Guest Relations Executive 3.2 LPA

Note: Salary is taken from Ambitionbox.com.

HM Recruiters

Some companies that are known to hire Hospitality Management graduates 

HM Industries

HM Top Recruiters

HM Tourism/Hospitality Le Meridien Group of Hotels, Jaypee Group of Hotels, Fortune Park Group of Hotels, Taj Group of Hotels, K Raheja Group of Hotels, ITDC Group of Hotels, Cordelia Cruises, etc.
HM Aviation Vistara Airways, IndiGo, Air India, etc.
HM Event Management Cineyug Celebrations, Wizcraft International Entertainment, etc.

HM Healthcare

Apollo Hospitals, Max Healthcare, The Medicity, etc

 

Q:   What is the highest salary offered to a Hotel Management graduate?
A:

Avg. salary of a Hotel Manager in India is INR 4.4 LPA.

But salary package can be different according to college placements, company, location, job roles, experience, skills, etc.

Some colleges have a great placement record you can also work by yourself in industry, gain experience and also get higher packages.

Q:   What is the scope of doing Hotel Management after 12th?
A:

Choosing Hotel Management as a career after completing 12th can be a good option.

Hotel management includes different features of Hospitality Industry, including Hotel Administration, Catering, Event Management, and Tourism. Listed below is scope of some career opportunities -

  • Diverse Career Opportunities

  • Specialisations

  • Global Demand

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Customer Interaction

  • Dynamic Work Environment

  • Opportunities for Advancement

  • Educational Programs

  • Soft Skills Development

  • Industry Networking

Hotel Management Courses: FAQs

Candidates can refer to this section for FAQs related to Hotel Management courses.

Q:   Which skills are required to pursue HM courses?
A:

A career in Hotel Management needs one to hve many different job specific skills. These skills help make a successful career for candidates. 

These skills gives students an advantage over other students. Some very important skills which are needed for Hotel Management course are listed below -

CommunicationProblem-solving
LeadershipFinancial Management
Customer ServiceAdaptability
Time ManagementFlexibility
Q:   What is the main difference between Hotel Management and Culinary Arts?
A:

Culinary Arts is about making food (cooking, creating dishes, kitchen skills), while Hotel Management is about running whole place (managing staff, guests, front office, marketing, finances).

Think of it as a Chef (Culinary) vs. a General Manager (Hotel Management) in a hotel - one focuses on plate other on entire guest experience and business operations. 

Q:   Can I work in hotel industry after completing my degree in tourism management?
A:

Yes, why not!

A tourism management degree is a great foundation for a hotel career, opening doors to roles like Hotel Manager, Front Desk Manager, Guest Relations or even Sales/Marketing in hotels, resorts, cruise lines, etc. All because your degree teaches you about guest experience, operations and also business which are key to running hotels successfully.

Q:   In India, why are Hospitality and Hotel Management considered to be one and the same course? I want to get in touch with some colleges!
A:

Hospitality and Hotel Management are seen as same because Hotel Management is the biggest part of broader Hospitality industry and most courses focus on hotel operations (rooms, food, front desk) giving them same training even though Hospitality technically includes events, tourism and even airlines too. 

Think of it like this - "Hospitality" is whole big family (service, travel, fun) and "Hotel Management" is one very important member of that family (lodging) that everyone learns about first. 

Popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

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At for LPU scholarship to get admission, it is for eligibility and scholarship. As per portal management, a student can apply LPU for scholarship. If the student or applicant could get great scores in LPU, then they can, you know, get the highest scholarship provided by LPU. I would suggest to just

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Ankita Sharma

Guide-Level 11

Answered 3 days ago

Yes, Institute of Engineering and Management offers a four-year Bachelor in Hotel Management course at the UG level. Aspirants who have passed Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate can apply. Admission in BHM is based on scores of candidates in IEMCET.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 4 days ago

 As far as I know, BHM (Bachelor of Hotel Management) is one of the most popular courses for students interested in the hospitality industry.

Iam also pursuing the same course at LPU. The Hotel Management programme is also popular because it offers practical training, internships, and good placement

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Vaishnavi Abrol

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 4 days ago

Yes, as far as I know, admission depends on the course:

For BBA (Hospitality & Culinary Management)-You have to appear for the Symbiosis Entrance Test, also known as SET. After that, you have to attend a Personal Interview.

 B.Sc. (Hospitality & Culinary Management)-You have to appear for the Eligibil

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Vaishnavi Abrol

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 6 days ago

Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology is the best private college for hotel management in Delhi NCR, as per India Today-MDRA 2026 rankings. This college is also affiliated with GGSIPU. Check its BHMCT course, which requires valid scores from the IPU CET BHCT en

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, Hotel Management at Galgotias University can be a good choice for students seeking practical training, industry exposure and placement opportunities

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Prachi Katiyar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

Yes, absolutely! After earning a BBA in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management, you can launch your own firm in travel agency, tour operations, event management, destination planning, hospitality services, or travel consulting. The curriculum teaches you about tourism management, customer servic

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Ankita Sharma

Guide-Level 11

Answered 2 weeks ago

Travel and Tourism is such a versatile course and career field. There are so many opportunities opening up every day in multiple areas of the course and adjacent to it. It's a good way to experience global exposure and fast career growth. But students should also consider the opposite end of the spe

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

According to PIB, India recorded approximately 56 Lacs foreign tourist arrivals, and 303.59 crore domestic tourist visits till August 2025. With the increased emphasis on Travel and Tourism by the central and other state governments, Travel and Tourism graduates are in steady demand. Multiple roles

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

The highest paid roles in Travel and Tourism for freshers in India are usually found in airlines & aviation operations. Cabin crew/flight attendant is an entry level job in the field of aviation. It has an average salary of 8 LPA, with the top 10% and 1% going as high as 10.2 LPA and 24 LPA respecti

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

Some of the most opted undergraduate courses for Travel and Tourism are BBA in Travel and Tourism, BSc and BA in Travel Studies and BCom in Travel and Tourism Management. These are all 3 year courses. While popular Postgraduate courses are Master of Tourism and Travel Management, MBA in Tourism and

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

A degree is considered as best depending upon the career that a student wants.

In order to work in the management and operations of the industry, the best choice for you would be a BBA/PGDM degree in Travel and Tourism Management.

But, in case of your interest towards planning and agency work, you sho

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, you can look into MIT-WPU (School of Management). It has a 4-year BBA (Hons) course for a total tuition fee of ~INR 13 Lakh.  

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

You can find around 7 colleges in Pune that offer an MBA in Travel and Tourism management, and their admissions are through the state-level MAH CET exam. 

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

DY Patil University can be considered the best private college for BSc in Hotel/Hospitality Management. It offers a BSc in Hotel Management course with a tuition fee of INR 4 Lakh. The median salary for graduates here is INR 5 LPA, which is a decent ROI.    

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

The requirements are different for each course and college. For a BA or BBA course, the basic requirement is passing class 12th in any stream. The aggregate percentage required by each college is different, but the minimum range is 45% to 50%.

For an MA or MBA course, passing an undergraduate degree

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

The admission process for travel and tourism courses is simple for the most part. First, you have to choose a degree, since there are multiple options for the type of degree. Next, you have to choose a college. Visit college website and check the admission criteria and process.

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

A Travel and Tourism graduate can work in multiple facets of this industry. If they're interested in numbers, they can work in the sales or logistics department. But if they are more into problem solving, organizing and interactions, they can also work fully in the hospitality department.

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

Travel and Tourism classes suit those individuals who have passion for travelling, cooking or possess good interaction skills. Individuals interested in hospitality, events management and aviation may be suitable candidates.Individuals having effective communication skills and problem solving skills

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

Travel and Tourism courses are professional, foundational courses that teach students to handle business and operations like managing bookings, logistics and workflow of the travel industry.

They also improve communication and organizational skills of students. It helps them understand and execute an

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Bhavya Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 4 weeks ago

For the Excelia courses offered in English at both levels, Bachelor's and MSc courses, a B2 level (CEFR) is needed. All official tests like IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Duolingo and others. 

Also, for French-taught courses at Excelia, a B2 French is required. 

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Mamona Dixit

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The rank needed to get admission at IHM Meerut for the BHMCT course would depend on the category you belong to. The IHM Meerut BHMCT cutoff 2026 for the General AI category was 7559 in the first round. Hence, students who belong to this category need to attain a rank of at least 7559 or preferably b

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The IHM Meerut cutoff 2026 has been released for the first round for admission to the BHMCT course. The cutoff was released in the form of ranks for various All India quota categories. 

For the General AI category, the cutoff for the first round was 7559. Students who want admission to this course ha

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To get a seat at SRM Institute of Hotel Management, students have to first attempt the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam and then take part in the counselling process to be eligible for admission. 

The SRM Institute of Hotel Management cutoff 2026 was published for admission to the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Ho

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To get a seat at DIHM for the UG-level course, ie,  B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration, students have to first attempt the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam, attain a valid rank and then take part in the counselling process. 

The DIHM cutoff 2026 gets released based on this process. The cutoff is p

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

IHM Bangalore cutoff 2026 was published for admission to the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration course for the initial round. The cutoff was out for various All India quota categories, like General, OBC, SC, etc. 

For the General AI category, the round 1 cutoff was 1203. See the list below

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To get a seat at IHM Srinagar, you have to first attempt the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam, attain a valid rank and then take part in the NCHMCT JEE counselling process. 

The IHM Srinagar cutoff 2026 has been published for the first round. Among the General AI category, the round 1 cutoff was 8290. For mo

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, you can get into IHM Guwahati with a rank of 8000 if you belong to the OBC AI category. According to round 1 of the IHM Guwahati cutoff 2026, the highest cutoff accepted was 8169 for the OBC AI category.

 But, if you belong to the General AI category, then a round 1 cutoff of at least 7651 would

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

For the General AI category, the round 1 cutoff was 7651 for the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration programme. The IHM Guwahati cutoff 2026 has also been published for other All India quota categories. 

Students can see the table below to know the IHM Guwahati category-wise cutoff 2026

CategoryIHM Guwahati cutoff 2026
General7651 
OBC8169

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To get a seat at IHM Gurdaspur for the B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration course, students have to first appear for the NCHMCT JEE entrance examination and then register for the counselling process. 

The IHM Gurdaspur cutoff 2026 was published for the first round for the All India quota ca

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Neerja Rohatgi

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