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A Hotel Management course is offered at UG, PG, and doctorate levels. The course is also available as certificate and diploma programmes. Aspirants looking for a professional career in the Hospitality industry can take up a hotel management course. This course is skill-based which help the candidates learn the technicalities as well as the skills needed to be a professional in the hospitality and travel industry. 

Some popular hotel management courses at the UG level are BHM, BSc HHA, BHMCT. At the PG level, there is MHM, MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management, Master in Tourism and Hotel Management. Diploma courses are very popular like Diploma in Hospitality Management, Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management, Diploma in Hotel Management, Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology, etc.

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Types of Hotel Management Courses - UG & PG

Although candidates can pursue hotel management courses at the doctorate level too, UG and PG are the most popular degrees in hotel management courses. 

UG: UG courses in hotel management can be pursued after 10+2. Check the details of the UG hotel management courses below:

Duration

3 to 4 Years

Eligibility

10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate score.

Admission Process

Entrance Exams/Merit-based

Fees

INR 3,00,000 - 10,00,000

What After Bachelor Course?

Hotel management master courses, or jobs such as Hotel Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Front Office Manager, Chef, etc.

Average Salary

INR 2 - 5 lakhs

PG: PG courses in hotel management can be pursued after completion of a UG course in hotel management. Check details of the PG hotel management courses below:

Duration

2 Years

Eligibility

Bachelor of hotel management courses from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate score.

Admission Process

Entrance Exams/Merit-based

Fees

INR 30,000 - 6,00,000

What After Master Course?

Hotel management PhD courses, or jobs such as Hotel Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Front Office Manager, Chef, etc.

Average Salary

INR 3 - 8 lakhs

Popular Hotel Management Courses - UG&PG

Some of the popular hotel management courses at UG and PG level are as follows:

Popular UG hotel management courses

Popular PG hotel management courses

Bachelor of Hotel Management [BHM]

Master in Tourism and Hotel Management

Bachelor of Hospital Management

Master of Hotel Management [MHM]

Bachelor of Hospitality Management

MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management

BA Hospitality Management

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BHMCT

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BSc Catering Science and Hotel Management

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BSc Hospitality and Hotel Administration

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BSc Hospitality Studies

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Hotel Management Degree Courses – UG

To take admission in hotel management degree courses candidates must fulfil certain eligibility criteria. The admission in UG courses are merit-based or entrance test based.

  • Eligibility: A candidate must have a minimum of  50% in 10+2. Such candidates are eligible for direct admission or admission via hotel management entrance tests.
  • Admission: The majority of the UG hotel management courses can be pursued by clearing an entrance test. Such tests include questions from the hospitality sector and numerical and reading ability.
  • Entrance tests: NCHMCT JEE, MAH HM CET, IIHM eCHAT, AIHMCT WAT

List of UG Hotel Management Degree Courses

  1. Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)
  2. Bachelor in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)
  3. BSc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration
  4. BA in Hotel Management
  5. BBA in Hospitality, travel & tourism

Distance/Online Hotel Management Courses - UG

If you are looking for a short term course in hotel management, you can pursue an online hotel management course or distance UG hotel management course.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

List of UG Online/Distance Hotel Management Courses:

  1. Hotel Management Fundamentals: Kickstart Your Career Success by Udemy (Paid)
  2. Hotel management for beginners by Udemy (Paid)
  3. Hotel Management: Distribution, Revenue and Demand Management by Coursera
  4. Coursera- Hotel Management
  5. Coursera- Food & Beverage Management
  6. Coursera- Sustainable Tourism

Hotel Management Certificate Courses - UG

A certificate is also a short term course. A candidate who wishes to pursue a hotel management course with interest and a distinct aim to have a professional career in this field can opt for UG certificate course in hotel management.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

List of UG Certificate Hotel Management Courses:

  1. Certificate in Food and Beverages Production
  2. Certificate in Front Office Operation
  3. Certificate Course in Hotel and Hospitality Management

Hotel Management Diploma Courses - UG

UG diploma course in hotel management are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. Check details below.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

List of UG Certificate Hotel Management Courses:

  1. Diploma in Hotel Management
  2. Executive Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Science
  3. Diploma in Housekeeping
  4. Professional Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Science
  5. Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology

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Hotel Management Degree Courses – PG

A PG course in hotel management is offered by many colleges in India. After a degree course at the UG level, candidates go ahead to pursue this level if they choose to not have a job yet. A PG level degree also opens better career opportunities for the candidates.

  • Eligibility: Candidates must have done a bachelor of hotel management course from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate score.
  • Admission: The majority of the UG hotel management courses can be pursued by clearing an entrance test. Such tests include questions from the hospitality sector and numerical and reading ability.
  • Entrance tests: NCHMCT JEE and MAH HM CET

List of PG Hotel Management Degree Courses

  1. Master of Hotel Management (MHM)
  2. Master in Tourism and Hotel Management (MTHM)
  3. MBA in Hotel Management
  4. MBA in Hospitality Management
  5. MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management
  6. MBA Hospitality

Hotel Management Diploma Courses - PG

PG diploma courses in hotel management are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. Check details below.

  • Eligibility: UG passed.
  • Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first serve basis.
  • Entrance tests: none

PG Certificate Hotel Management Courses: Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management

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  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) UG Courses
  • Popular Hotel Management (HM) PG Courses
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Popular Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Hotel Management (HM) Colleges in India. Learn more about these Hotel Management (HM) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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#3 The Week

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4.5

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50 K - 4.15 L
4.5

#4 Outlook

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#4 The Week

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#4 The Week

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4.2
4.5

#3 Outlook

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65 K - 6.5 L
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3.21 L - 15.21 L
4 - 7 LPA

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Hotel Management (HM). Students interested in pursuing a career on Hotel Management (HM), generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

27 Feb ' 26

Last date to apply for March Attempt

14 Mar ' 26

SAT India exam (March attempt)

5 Jan ' 26 - 20 Jan ' 26

MAH MHMCT CET registrations

7 Jan ' 26 - 9 Feb ' 26

MAH HM CET 2026 M.HMCT CET Application Form

Apr '26 - Jun '26

MAKAUT CET Registration

TENTATIVE

Jun '26

Issuance of MAKAUT CET Admit Card

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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

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for Hotel Management (HM) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).

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

Popular Hotel Management (HM) PG Courses

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

PG Courses

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Answered 16 hours ago

ITM Institute of Hotel Management Oshiwara offers admission to BSc programme based on merit. Candidates do not have to appear for an entrance exam for admission. The institute assess academic performance of the candidates for admission.

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Answered 16 hours ago

ITM Institute of Hotel Management Oshiwara offers a three-year full-time BSc in Hospitality Studies. The institute offers BSc in affiliation with the University of Mumbai. Candidates must complete Class 12 from a recognised board to apply for BSc programme.

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Answered 16 hours ago

The total tuition fees for BA at ITM Institute of Hotel Management Oshiwara is INR 6.9 lakh. Aspirants must pay the programme fees to confirm their seat in the institute. Candidates must pay the fees as per the schedule.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 16 hours ago

Candidates must pass Class 12 from a recognised board to apply for BA programme at ITM Institute of Hotel Management. Aspirants must have the documents proving their eligibility for admission. The selection for BA programme is merit-based.

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Answered 16 hours ago

Candidates can fill out the application form online. Aspirants can check below the steps to apply at ITM Institute of Hotel Management:

  1. Open the institute page and click on 'Apply Now'
  2. Fill in the details and register or log in with credentials.
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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 16 hours ago

Candidates need to pay an application fees for a course at ITM Institute of Hotel Management. The application fees is INR 500 for a programme. Aspirants can pay the fees via any of the online payment modes. 

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 16 hours ago

ITM Institute of Hotel Management Oshiwara considers academic scores of the candidates for admission. Hence, aspirants do not need to pass an entrance exam for admission. Aspirants selected based on their qualifying exam scores are further called for a personal interview round for final admission.

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Balaji Institute of Modern Management provides hostel facilities for both, boys and girls. The BIMM Pune campus is equipped with CCTV cameras to offer a safe and secure surrounding. The hostels are equipped with basic facilities such as mess, water purifiers, electricity, etc. Rental and paying gues

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Answered a week ago

Yes, international students can apply for IIHM eCHAT registration 2026. Registration link is available on the IIHM eCHAT official website for foreign students. 

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Answered a week ago

Prestige Institute of Global Management Indore provides hostel facilities for both, boys and girls. The PIGM Indore campus is equipped with CCTV cameras to offer a safe and secure surrounding. The hostels are equipped with basic facilities such as mess, water purifiers, electricity, etc. Rental and

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Answered a week ago

To improve IIHM eCHAT reasoning skills, focus on strengthening basics of logical reasoning, puzzles, and pattern-based questions. Practice regularly with mock tests, analyze mistakes, and work on time management. Solving previous-year questions and taking topic-wise practice helps build accuracy and

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Answered a week ago

Read news daily and revise important events for IIHM eCHAT awareness section. Study basic Indian economy and general Science topics. Make short notes for revision. Focus on understanding rather than memorizing. Regular reading will help improve your score in this section.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a week ago

No, IIHM eCHAT syllabus is not very difficult. Most topics are simple and familiar. With regular study and practice, students can prepare well. Reading, basic maths practice, and staying updated with current affairs are enough to score well in the exam.

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You should practice rules of grammar daily. Read simple English articles or newspapers for IIHM eCHAT Language Comprehension section. Solve IIHM eCHAT previous year question papers and mock exams. 

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Answered a week ago

No, Language Comprehension IIHM eCHAT section is not very difficult. Most questions are based on common English taught in school. You do not need advanced vocabulary or deep grammar knowledge. With regular reading and basic grammar practice, most students can score well in this section.

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT Language Comprehension section checks your understanding in daily life English. It tests grammar rules, word meanings, sentence structure, and reading ability. 

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT syllabus has five main sections. These are Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, and Awareness of Indian and Global Economy. Each section checks a different skill needed for hotel management studies and overall

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT in Mathematical Skills section includes basic numerical ability questions. Topics are percentage, profit and loss, ratio, averages, time and work, and interest. The questions are based on school-level maths. They test calculation speed, accuracy, and clear understanding of formulas used i

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No, maths level is not high. Questions in IIHM eCHAT are simple and do not require advanced formulas. Most problems in IIHM eCHAT need basic concepts. You can solve questions quickly without much difficulty during exam with practice.

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No, the questions n IIHM eCHAT Data Analysis & Interpretation section are not very lengthy. Most data sets are small and easy to understand. Calculations are simple and based on basic maths topics. The main focus is on accuracy and understanding the data correctly before answering the question.

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT Data Analysis & Interpretation section checks how well you understand and use numerical data. You may need to read tables, numbers, or simple figures and answer questions based on them. It tests comparison skills, basic calculations, and logical thinking using numbers in a simple and clea

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No, there is no theory to study for IIHM eCHAT reasoning section. You only need practice. Understanding question patterns is enough. Once you solve different types of questions, your speed and confidence will improve naturally over time.

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT Intelligence & Critical Reasoning section tests logical thinking and reasoning ability. Questions check how well you understand patterns, directions, relationships, and problem situations. It also tests decision making and observation skills. No subject knowledge is needed, only clear thi

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Answered a week ago

Yes, current affairs are important for IIHM eCHAT. Many questions are based on recent events, economy, and national or international news. Reading newspapers or online news regularly will help you stay updated and perform better in this section.

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT Awareness of Indian & Global Economy includes current affairs, Indian and global economy, politics, history, and basic science. Questions are general and based on common awareness. It checks how well you know what is happening around you in India and the world.

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Answered a week ago

The upcoming IIHM eCHAT exam is scheduled for 31 January 2026. Students should keep checking official updates as new dates are announced regularly throughout the year.

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Answered a week ago

Candidates who clear the exam and interview are shortlisted for final seat allotment. Admission is confirmed after document verification and fee payment as per IIHM guidelines.

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Answered a week ago

IIHM eCHAT exam is conducted online. Students can take the test from home. The exam link is sent through email along with the admit card details.

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Answered a week ago

No. IIHM eCHAT exam is held throughout the year. Students can contact IIHM anytime for exam-related help, dates, or admission queries. New exam dates are announced after every completed test cycle.

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Students get official exam updates on IIHM eCHAT on its official website. All official updates like exam date, admit card, and counselling details are shared only through registered email or official communication. Students should not trust unofficial sources or third-party messages.

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